{"product_id":"usaburo-ume-no-hana-kokeshi","title":"Usaburo Sosaku Kokeshi Ume No Hana Plum Blossom Doll","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis elegant modern creative Kokeshi doll, titled \"Ume no Hana\" (Plum Blossom), is a significant work by the famous Usaburo workshop. The kimono is beautifully decorated with red and white blossoms, achieved through a combination of traditional brush painting and precise wood-burning accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Usaburo workshop was founded by the celebrated master woodworker Okamoto Usaburo (1917–2009). Starting in 1950, Okamoto revolutionized kokeshi making by introducing new woods and carving techniques, eventually winning the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award. Today, the Usaburo studio remains Japan’s most prominent lineage in modern doll artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 18,1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 220 gram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirmed by sticker on the bottom and commemorative gold sticker on the back. Recipient of the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency Director General's Award at the All Japan Kokeshi Contest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great vintage condition (please see images for details).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that all items in my shop are vintage and may show signs of age, including scratches, tarnishing, and other imperfections that add to their character. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of each item's condition. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out before purchasing. All images are of the actual product. However, please be aware that colors may appear slightly different on screen due to display settings.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56833795391828,"sku":"1208","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0733\/8580\/files\/il_fullxfull.8368409286_lc4i.jpg?v=1793318947","url":"https:\/\/kozarushop.com\/products\/usaburo-ume-no-hana-kokeshi","provider":"Kozaru Japanese Crafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}