■ Description Product Name: Sendai Hariko "Oboko" Artist: Kesano Hongo, the 9th Materials: Hariko (papier-mâché) Size: Approximately 23 cm tall, 8 cm wide, 8 cm deep Acquired: 1997 Accessories: None (box), copy of the explanation Description: Sendai Hariko is a traditional craft that has been around since the Edo period. The most famous is the "Matsukawa Daruma," which was founded by Toyonoshin Matsukawa, a retainer of the Sendai domain. It has been sold at the city's year-end markets as a lucky charm for the New Year since ancient times. The first generation of the Hongo Daruma store, Kyuzaburo Hongo, inherited the techniques, and now the 10th generation, Hisataka and Naoko, a husband and wife, are preserving the old methods and creating various works while following tradition. Sendai Hariko was designated as a traditional craft by the Governor of Miyagi Prefecture in 1985. This work is "Oboko" by the previous generation, Kesano Hongo. It is a papier-mâché boy with a wooden handle attached to his neck. Legend has it that it began when retainers presented light and safe papier-mâché dolls to the young lord of the domain for play. This item is from a collection being organized. ■ Condition: The main body is generally in good condition as it was stored in a box. However, please understand that there may be some dirt and damage due to aging, as it is a used item. ■ Remarks: Please make your decision based on the photos and place your order with the understanding that this is a used item. No claims or returns are accepted. ■ #TamajiLocalToys I am also selling other local toys. Please use the hashtag to view them.