★Ehime Prefecture Traditional Crafts Hime Daruma Nishiki Daruma★ ◎ Symbol of a Couple: Generally, the "Hime Daruma" is depicted in red clothing with hair, while the "Nishiki Daruma" is characterized by black or navy clothing and a dignified facial expression. They are often cherished as a pair, known as "Meoto Daruma" (couple daruma). ◎ Blessings: In addition to "Family Safety" and "Business Prosperity," they are considered very auspicious as "Charms for Childbearing" and "Safe Childbirth" because they are said to symbolize the pregnancy of Empress Jingu, who visited Dogo Onsen, Japan's oldest hot spring. ◎ Structure: Most are "Okiagari Koboshi" (roly-poly toys), symbolizing the spirit of "fall down seven times, get up eight times" as they immediately stand up again after being knocked over. ・Size: Height 15cm ※ Immediate purchase OK ※ This is a long-term storage item. There is a slight stain on the face, but it is generally clean. #EhimePrefecture #TraditionalCrafts #HimeDaruma #NishikiDaruma #GoodLuckCharm #Ornament #Craftsmanship #FamilySafety #BusinessProsperity