This is a ninja tanuki made in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture. The outer cardboard box has some dirt and tears from storage. The item itself has no dirt or scratches as it was kept in a case. 【Product Description】 A ninja, but "orange" and stands out! A special order tanuki from 〈BEAMS JAPAN〉, made in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, known as a production area for Shigaraki ware. The only drawback is its outstanding presence, as it is a ninja wearing a vivid orange color. Even so, you'll be drawn to its adorable, mischievous expression. As interior decoration for your room, it can be placed on a bookshelf or in the entrance to add an accent to the space. If you display it in a Japanese-style room, you can add a playful touch to a calm space, and if you place it at the entrance, it will greet visitors with a smile. It's a striking item with a flashy appearance. The name "tanuki" is said to have the meaning of "outperforming others," and it is generally placed in front of shops as a symbol of prosperous business. In addition, each part has a meaning called "Hasso Enki" (Eight Virtues of the Tanuki). 【Shigaraki Tanuki Hasso Enki】 Hat: An umbrella to protect yourself from unexpected misfortune and disasters. Eyes: Always pay attention to everything around you and look at things correctly. Face: Live in a wide world, be friendly to each other, and work with sincerity. Sake Bottle: Enjoy the blessings of food and drink, and secretly accumulate virtue. Passbook: First of all, trust is the most important thing in life; always be active and well-connected. Belly: Always be calm and decisive. Money Bag: Use your money freely. Tail: Always finish things strongly and firmly to achieve true happiness. Shigaraki ware Pottery made in Shigaraki, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture. It is one of the "Six Ancient Kilns of Japan," which is one of the six representative old kilns that have been in operation since before the Kamakura period, and is a pottery production area with a long history.