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Handmade Japanese Hanging Pokkuri Dolls | Traditional charms for girls' healthy growth, popular with foreign tourists
Traditional footwear that supports girls' growth
Pokkuri is a traditional Japanese women's footwear that dates back to the Edo period.
The unique shape of the sandals, with a wooden base and a thong attached, gives them their name from the "pokkuri, pokkuri" sound they make with every step.
They are especially worn on special occasions such as Shichi-Go-San and Coming-of-Age ceremonies, and have been beloved as important items for girls to wish for their healthy growth and beautiful walking style.
It is also said to have the effect of strengthening the legs and hips, and has long been valued as footwear that supports women's health.
The deeper meaning of the Pokkuri in Hanging Dolls
Adding a pokkuri to a hanging Hina doll display carries with it a special wish.
First of all, it expresses the love of parents who want their daughter to walk confidently through life in the future.
Additionally, being able to walk well in pokkuri shoes was a symbol of acquiring beautiful feminine manners.
Furthermore, strong legs and hips are the foundation of good health, and the wish for a long and healthy life is also included.
During Hinamatsuri, it is an important item that expresses hopes and expectations for children's future.
Beautiful Japanese color aesthetics
This miniature pokkuri is crafted in the traditional colors of a black base with a red strap.
Black expresses luxury and elegance, while red has long been loved as an auspicious color that wards off evil and brings good fortune.
This color combination is one that represents Japanese aesthetics, and it gives a simple yet elegant and sophisticated impression.
This color scheme also harmonizes beautifully with the kimono patterns and obi sashes, and also helps balance the colors of the hanging dolls as a whole.
Precision craftsmanship that shows off the artisan's skill
Although it is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the craftsmanship shines through as it faithfully reproduces the characteristics of a real Pokkuri.
Made from beautiful crepe fabric, the sandals are carefully crafted down to the smallest detail, including the roundness of the base and the shape of the thong.
Each piece is individually handmade, giving each piece a slightly different look and a unique personality and warmth.
Also, because they are made in pairs, you can enjoy the beautiful balance and symmetry.
The finished product is truly a work of art, made with the skills and heart of traditional Japanese craftsmen.
Cultural values passed down to the present day
Nowadays, there are fewer opportunities to actually wear pokkuri, but their cultural value remains as important as ever.
Pokkuri are particularly popular among tourists from overseas as an interesting item that represents Japan's unique footwear culture.
By displaying them as part of a hanging Hina doll display, you can simultaneously express Japan's traditional desire for child-rearing and the richness of its culture.
Their adorable appearance has made them beloved by people of all ages, and they are enjoyed not only as charms but also as interior accents.
Product specifications
Size: Height 2.5cm x Width 3.5cm
Material: Chirimen fabric Design: Black base with red thongs (pair)
Manufacturing: Handmade by artisans in Japan Sales unit: 1 piece (photo is an example of a product)
Individual differences: As these are handmade, there may be individual differences in pattern and size.
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