Japanese Dolls and Crafts : Kimura Ohshido

Kokeshi Doll “Jufuku” by Shoei Fujikawa
Recipient of the Prime Minister's Award

Crafted by renowned artisan Shoei Fujikawa, this kokeshi features a warm smile and gentle colors, symbolizing longevity and family harmony. The doll's traditional kimono is beautifully painted with pine and plum motifs, and the base is inscribed with the characters “寿福” (Jufuku), meaning “Long Life and Happiness.”