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This design is 400 years old. 🐄 Meet the akabeko, a handmade, hand-painted papier-mâché cow from Tohoku, Japan. For centuries it has been loved as a charm for children's health and happiness. And yes, its head bobs. One of a kind, from Japan. Link in bio. Would you keep one by your desk?東北の郷土玩具、赤べこです。手作り・手描きの表情がなんとも可愛いんです。 #akabeko #japanesefolktoy #folktoy #mingei #tohoku

Two cranes. Two personalities.No.1 — The Show-Off. Bold, flashy, covered in colour and gold. Knows he's gorgeous. No.2 — The Zen Master. All white, quiet relief, a single line of red. Wants nothing.In Japan, cranes mean longevity, good fortune, and lasting love — which is why they belong on an IWAI SARA, a plate made for celebrations.Both are vintage, one-of-a-kind pieces from Japan. Never the same.So — Team Show-Off, or Team Zen? Tell me in the comments.From Japan. — WabiSabi Asobee鶴の祝皿が2枚。ひとつは色絵でハデハデ、もうひとつは白一色で無我の境地。皆さんはどちら派ですか？#japaneseculture #wabisabi #vintagejapan #japaneseantique #iwaisara #imari #crane #kamakura #japanesedecor #folkcraft #鎌倉 #骨董 #祝皿

An omamori is a traditional Japanese amulet sold at Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. It is believed to bring good luck, protection, or success in specific areas like health, love, or academics. People usually carry it in their bag or keep it close to them.#japaneseculture #wabisabi #charm #お守り

Japan Kamakura Kakuonji TempleKakuonji (pronounced Kakuonji) is a historic Zen temple in Kamakura founded in 1218 by the powerful Hojo clan (specifically Hojo Yoshitoki). It served as an important spiritual retreat and family temple for the ruling Hojo rulers who governed Japan during the Kamakura period. Today, visitors can join guided tours to explore its serene, moss-covered grounds and the thatched-roof Yakushido hall containing priceless Buddhist art.#japaneseculture #wabisabi #鎌倉 #kamakura

Vintage Japanese Auspicious Dish#japaneseculture #wabisabi #vintage

This is Kamakura#japaneseculture #wabisabi #鎌倉

久しぶりに晴れたので鎌倉の大仏様にお参りしてきました。 夕日に照らされた大仏様がとっても良い表情をしていました。It finally cleared up today, so I went to pay my respects to the Great Buddha in Kamakura. Bathed in the setting sun, the Great Buddha had a truly wonderful expression.About the Great Buddha at Kotoku-in Temple The Great Buddha of Kotoku-in, designated a National Treasure, is a bronze seated statue of Amida Nyorai widely renowned for standing in the open air (roza). Measuring approximately 11.3 meters in height and weighing about 121 tons, this statue—though slightly smaller in scale than the Great Buddha (Daibutsu) of Todai-ji in Nara—retains much of its original appearance from the time of its creation, making it an exceptionally significant masterpiece in the history of Japanese Buddhist art. According to the Azumakagami, the official chronicle of the main branch (Tokuso) of the Hojo clan, construction began in 1252 (the fourth year of the Kencho era). It is said that the funding was raised through donations collected by the monk Joko. However, many details surrounding its creation remain unclear to this day, and even the identity of the original sculptor has yet to be definitively specified.#japaneseculture #wabisabi #大仏 #鎌倉

鎌倉の鶴岡八幡宮です。Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is the most significant Shinto shrine in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, located about an hour south of Tokyo.Historical Significance Founded: Originally established in 1063 by Minamoto no Yoriyoshi, the shrine was moved to its current location and expanded in 1180 by Minamoto no Yoritomo, the founder of the Kamakura Shogunate.Symbol of Power: It served as the political and spiritual center of the samurai government during the Kamakura period (1185–1333).Deities: The shrine is dedicated to Hachiman, the patron god of the samurai class and war, as well as Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, and Emperor Chuai.#japaneseculture #wabisabi #鎌倉

My Duck Collection 001#japaneseculture #wabisabi #folktoys