This is "Kai-awase," a traditional Japanese game and craft. Popular among the nobility during the Heian period, it is considered an auspicious item symbolizing marital harmony and good fortune in relationships. Today, it is also cherished as a decoration for the Doll Festival (Hina Matsuri). This item features a design of the male and female dolls (Ohina and Mebina) and cherry blossoms painted inside shells modeled after clams, a fitting motif for the Hina Matsuri. It is a piece that allows you to feel the Japanese aesthetic, wishing for the arrival of spring and happiness. ■Condition ・Overall wear and tear, and soiling are visible due to aging. Photos ⑨ and ⑩. ・There are no major chips, and it is in a condition where you can enjoy the character of a vintage item. ・With box. ■Size (approx.) • 8 x 9 x 4 cm ■Recommended Points ・For Hina Matsuri decorations and Japanese interiors. ・As a collection of antique items and traditional crafts. ・Also suitable for store displays and photography props. *Please purchase only if you understand that this is an old and used item.