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Okiagari Roly-poly Doll - Scarecrow

Okiagari Roly-poly Doll - Scarecrow

Code: KP2213

Regular price 7,50 €
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The scarecrow Kuebiko is a revered deity in Japanese Shintoist mythology. It is said that he is omniscient because he is always outdoors. He cannot walk but has comprehensive awareness. He represents knowledge, wisdom and agriculture.

Okiagari-koboshi means "little monk who stands up". It is a traditional Japanese roly-poly doll made with papier-mâché. It is designed in such a way that it always returns to the vertical position, even if you try to tip it to one side. Okiagaris have been a part of Japanese children's toys for a long time. They were already mentioned in writings of the fourteenth century. During the Tokaichi or Tenth Day Market, customers drop a few dolls at a time and the ones that remain standing are said to bring good fortune.

Okiagaris symbolize perseverance and resistance in times of adversity. They remind this old Japanese proverb: “Fall seven times, stand up eight”. According to tradition, a doll is given to each person in the family plus one, in the hope that a baby will be born during the year.

Technical characteristics

  • Description: 4,8 cm, with crepe paper and washi paper
  • Made in: Japan

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