boxed kokeshi collection

In the 1990's Sony Family Club members waited each month for the postman to deliver something very special. Can you imagine receiving a different kokeshi each month by subscription? Handcrafted by masters of their trade, each mail-order dolls exemplified one of the traditional regional decorative styles.

We were very fortunate to have sourced all 15 dolls from the original release. Now you can choose which of these kokeshi will be delivered to your door and added to your own collection. 

Each boxed kokeshi is signed by the maker, and comes with a booklet that includes an artist biography and notes on the style.

style: Tsuchiyu

This kokeshi is an example of the Tsuchiyu style of kokeshi. Generally speaking, they are easily identifiable by the lines upon their bodies, long straight bodies and curved eyes, called kujjira no me (whale's eyes), which give the impression that the kokeshi are smiling. 

artist : Yukinori Jinnohara