• Japanese folk toy bird navy head orange chest paper handmade

Japanese Folk Toy Bird – Navy Head, Hand-Painted Paper Figure

$220

Each piece is one of a kind.
Once sold, it will not be restocked.

Era
Showa period (circa 1980s)

Region
Hiroshima, Japan

Material
Paper

Size
Height: 8 cm
Length: 12 cm
Width: 5 cm

Condition
Vintage item with minor signs of age and wear. These marks are part of its character and history.

Ships from Japan
Authentic vintage items
Carefully packed for safe delivery

1 in stock

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Story
This bird-shaped folk toy carries a quiet sense of balance and harmony.
The deep navy head and warm orange chest create a calm yet striking contrast, reflecting a refined simplicity often found in traditional Japanese aesthetics.
In folk traditions, birds are seen as gentle messengers, bringing a sense of peace and subtle good fortune into the home.
The smooth form and hand-painted details reveal the artisan’s touch, where slight irregularities give each piece its own unique character.
Rather than perfection, its beauty lies in balance — a quiet expression of Wabi-Sabi, where simplicity and warmth coexist.

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