Hand-Carved Wood Owl
From Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island
This adorable owl is a Shimafukuro (Blakiston’s fish owl)
Crafted from Enju wood (Japanese Pagoda Tree), known for its alternating brown and light-brown ridges, creating a striking, unique contrast in carvings
The Ainu (indigenous people of Japan) traditionally use Enju wood for many of their carvings, especially of owls
They believe in Kamuy which are spirits that inhabit everything in the natural world, from animals, plants, fire, water, the wind and so on
The Shimafukuro is considered to be a Kamuy that watches over and protects Ainu villages from evil
SIZE (Approx.)
LENGTH (of base) 9.5CM (3.7”) X WIDTH (of base) 7.6CM (3.0") X HEIGHT 13.1CM (5.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
280 Grams
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some small scratches on the head, possibly from the original carving process. Overall very good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes (VAT), or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
⚠️ US Customers only
Since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US and must be prepaid.
These fees will appear under "Shipping" at checkout.
Please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Hand-Carved Wood Owl
From Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island
This adorable owl is a Shimafukuro (Blakiston’s fish owl)
Crafted from Enju wood (Japanese Pagoda Tree), known for its alternating brown and light-brown ridges, creating a striking, unique contrast in carvings
The Ainu (indigenous people of Japan) traditionally use Enju wood for many of their carvings, especially of owls
They believe in Kamuy which are spirits that inhabit everything in the natural world, from animals, plants, fire, water, the wind and so on
The Shimafukuro is considered to be a Kamuy that watches over and protects Ainu villages from evil
SIZE (Approx.)
LENGTH (of base) 9.5CM (3.7”) X WIDTH (of base) 7.6CM (3.0") X HEIGHT 13.1CM (5.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
280 Grams
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some small scratches on the head, possibly from the original carving process. Overall very good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes (VAT), or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
⚠️ US Customers only
Since August 29, 2025, additional import fees apply to all commercial parcels entering the US and must be prepaid.
These fees will appear under "Shipping" at checkout.
Please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
