Munchkin cat turns into traditional Japanese wooden doll when taking a bath
Kokeshi are traditional handcrafted wooden dolls. While they have come in many designs over their roughly 150 years of existence, they are most notable for…
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Japan’s Barbie, Licca-chan is going camping with a new outdoor set
In recent years, camping has become such a cultural trend in Japan. So much so that Licca-chan (Japanese equivalent to Mattel’s Barbie Doll) now has…
Hamster celebrates Girl’s Day in Japan with traditional doll boyfriend
On March 3rd, many in Japan celebrated hinamatsuri, a festival (often translated as “Girl’s Day”) that sees many households put up traditional ornamental doll displays…
Cats celebrate Girl’s Day by taking over traditional Japanese doll display
On the Japanese calendar, Hinamatsuri, also known as Girl’s Day, is a day to circle. Although celebrated on March 3rd, in the days leading up…
Pokémon clay artist crafts stunning Froslass figure as a Japanese doll display with traditional candy ice crystals
Japanese clay model maker Nendoyorishin (Twitter, YouTube) has a true talent for crafting super realistic Pokémon figures that look like they’ve been teleported right out…
Traditional doll maker unveils Raikou kimekomi doll in celebration of upcoming zodiac year
Ornamental dolls play quite a big role in Japanese tradition and culture, and as such, there’s quite a variety when it comes to their types….
Japanese fashion doll maker Pullip teams up with Care Bears for new doll
Famous dollmaker Pullip has impressed with their collaborations in the past, recently teaming up with Sanrio for Hello Kitty and My Melody inspired dolls. They’ll…
Kit lets you build Japan’s famous tea-serving automaton from the Edo Period
Japan is said to be a country with one foot in the future and the other in the past. These days it can be argued…
Traditional Japanese doll maker introduces elegant fabric-lined wooden Eevee doll
Whilst you’ve probably heard of hina dolls, kokeshi dolls and daruma dolls, you may be unfamiliar with kimekomi dolls. Also known as wood and cloth…
Posable life-size Rei doll is one high priced Evangelion companion
Despite multiple postponements, the recent release of Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time has given fans of Neon Genesis Evangelion a conclusion to one of…
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[Hidden Wonders of Japan] A Shop in Hyogo Brings Dolls With a Twist for Girls’ Festival
By JAPAN Forward The name of the doll decorations comes from the ancient Japanese “Tale of the Bamboo Cutter.” The tale is so popular it…
Yokohama Doll Museum celebrates Hina Matsuri with special Yukako Goto exhibition
No matter the time of year, there’s always an upcoming festival ready to steal the show in Japan. Some festivities may vary from region to…
Ultra-realistic Eren Yaeger doll brings Attack on Titan’s hero to life
As the dramatic finale of Attack on Titan ensues, merchandise and goods celebrating one of the most successful animated series in the history of Japanese…
Evolving Pikachu plushie returns after selling out worldwide
It was just earlier this year that the “Sega Toys Who are You?” lineup welcomed a transforming mystery Pikachu furball plushie that “evolved” when put…
Felt artist turns Demon Slayer characters into awesome lifelike cat creations
You may remember talented wool felt artist Nyonyomi (@payacopaya) from her impossibly adorable recreation of Detective Pikachu as a felt doll. Nyominyomi perfectly captured Pikachu’s…