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This is a "Hato-guruma" (pigeon cart).
A long time ago, during the Showa era, the seller collected pigeon carts.
They displayed them for a while and then stored them in a box.
This one is smaller than the typical pigeon cart, a rare and cute size.
Length: about 9 cm
Height: about 5 cm
※ AA batteries are not included.
This is an example for size comparison.
The last photo compares it with a pigeon cart the seller already owns.
This item is the middle one, the smallest, cutest pigeon cart.
Production has been discontinued,
and it is said to be a very valuable item.
It comes with its original box and instructions.
The main body is in relatively good condition.
The box has "鳩車" (pigeon cart) written on it.
The instructions and box show some discoloration and deterioration due to age.
Please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about condition.
For those who love old folk toys and understand their nature, please consider purchasing.
The seller is also selling other items from their parents' house.
Please take a look if you're interested.
Please refer to the following product description:
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The "Hato-guruma" (pigeon cart) from Nozawa Onsen, Shinshu, is a long-selling product.
Unfortunately, production has stopped because there is no successor to continue the manufacturing.
In the past, there were many akebi vines around Nozawa Onsen village, and folk tools were made using those vines.
The pigeon cart was originally made from akebi vines, but due to a shortage and rising prices of the raw materials, it came to be made from rattan vines.
Therefore, when newly made, they are white, and they change to a tasteful amber color over time.
Some customers even prefer the display items that have changed color over the pure white stock items.
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- Material: Bamboo
- Design: Bird shape
- Accessories: Comes in a box
- Features: With wheels
- Color: Natural
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