Kokeshi with Chrysanthemum Design Kimono
Sousaku “Creative” Style Kokeshi by award-winning artisan Kazuo Takamizawa (1927~ )
Born in Gunma Prefecture, he began producing kokeshi in his early 20s
Gunma is well-known for having many prominent sosaku kokeshi craftspeople
Initially, he produced dolls with very little colour, decorating mainly using pyrography (wood-burning) techniques
In the 1970s, he introduced bold colours to his designs and won many awards, including the Prime Minister’s Award
Marked “Kazuo” on base
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER (of base) 6.0CM (2.4") X HEIGHT 23.3CM (9.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
358Grams
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some bumps and scratches to the head. Slight fading of kimono colour from sunlight. 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.
CARING FOR YOUR KOKESHI
To dust, wipe gently with a dry soft cloth
Avoid touching kokeshi with wet hands as the dye/paint may run
Recommended to keep kokeshi away from direct sunlight to avoid wood from darkening and dye/paint fading
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.
Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.
⚠️ 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.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE KOKESHI
Kokeshi with Chrysanthemum Design Kimono
Sousaku “Creative” Style Kokeshi by award-winning artisan Kazuo Takamizawa (1927~ )
Born in Gunma Prefecture, he began producing kokeshi in his early 20s
Gunma is well-known for having many prominent sosaku kokeshi craftspeople
Initially, he produced dolls with very little colour, decorating mainly using pyrography (wood-burning) techniques
In the 1970s, he introduced bold colours to his designs and won many awards, including the Prime Minister’s Award
Marked “Kazuo” on base
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER (of base) 6.0CM (2.4") X HEIGHT 23.3CM (9.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
358Grams
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some bumps and scratches to the head. Slight fading of kimono colour from sunlight. 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.
CARING FOR YOUR KOKESHI
To dust, wipe gently with a dry soft cloth
Avoid touching kokeshi with wet hands as the dye/paint may run
Recommended to keep kokeshi away from direct sunlight to avoid wood from darkening and dye/paint fading
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.
Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.
⚠️ 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.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE KOKESHI
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