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ICHIMATSU DOLL

Ichimatsu doll has been loved by kids as play doll from Edo period. Only in west part of Japan, people called this type of doll as ICHIMATSU DOLL. In Edo (Tokyo), a doll generally meant Ichimatsu doll. Ichimatsu Sanogawa is a model of Ichimatsu doll who was a popular Kabuki actor in Edo period. People call checkered pattern Ichimatsu pattern. This is because he loved checked-pattern costume.
People made costumes for Ichimatsu doll and enjoyed changing their own doll’s clothes. The body part of Ichimatsu doll is made from a piece of timber or clay.

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  • $196.65

     This doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Sakura (cherry blossom) pattern. Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is also decorated with same flower pattern.  According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest. This flower comes out in spring but its design for Kimono is enjoyed through the year.  This Kimono is yellow color. For Japanese people, Yellow color of Kimono symbolizes spring because this color reminds us the sunshine. This color also represents youth, hope or change. (ICHIMATSU Doll – Standing –  #5A4AB) SIZE  Vertical Horizontal Depth 13.0 cm 5.1 inches 15.0 cm 5.9 inches 11.5 cm 4.5 inches This Ichimatsu…

  • $520.16

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Botan (peony), Kiku (chrysanthemum) and several other flower and plants patterns.  Peony flower pattern represents happiness, wealth or perpetual youth and longevity. It has been expressed as a kind of good meaning patterns, and believed as a sign of the rich harvest of the year.  Chrysanthemum pattern is one of the most popular designs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. It represents eternal youth, longevity or good health.  Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is dyed red and decorated with Sakura (cherry blossom) pattern. According to a tradition, cherry blossom is…

  • $247.39

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with different colors of Botan (peony), Kiku (chrysanthemum), Momiji (maple) and Sho-Chiku-Bai patterns.  Peony flower pattern represents happiness, wealth or perpetual youth and longevity. It has been expressed as one of the good meaning patterns, and believed as a sign of the rich harvest of the year.  Chrysanthemum flower is one of the most popular designs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. This flower represents the eternal youth, the longevity or good health.  Maple changes its leaves color from green to yellow, orange or red. It’s one of the charms of fall…

  • $247.39

     This doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Sakura (cherry blossom) pattern. Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is also decorated with Sakura, Kikyou (Japanese bellflower) and Setsurin (snow crystals) patterns.  According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of the rich harvest. Japanese bellflower is one of the seven flowers of autumn and its pattern is often used for Kimono of summer to feel cool and refreshing air. Snow crystals pattern represents the coming spring.  This kimono has glossy black color therefore it looks elegant. (ICHIMATSU Doll – Standing –  #6B58D) SIZE  Vertical Horizontal Depth 33.0 cm 13.0 inches 23.0 cm 9.1 inches 14.0…

  • $228.36

     This doll wears a Kimono(traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Sakura(cherry blossom) and Momiji(maple) patterns. A tradition says that cherry blossom is the symbol of the rich harvest.  Maple changes its color green to yellow, orange or red. It’s one of the charms of fall so that this plant pattern symbolizes this season.  This kimono looks gorgeous thanks to its red color. It’s believed that red color will protect us from the evil spirits. The sun, blood or fire are also red so that it’s treated as a holy color. Red also represents vitality or energy. (ICHIMATSU Doll – Standing –  #6A24A) SIZE  Vertical Horizontal Depth 30.0 cm 11.8…

  • $279.11

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with different colors of Sakura (cherry blosom) pattern.  According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest. It’s said that it might be the reason why cherry-blossom viewing picnic was started in Japan.  This Kimono is dyed cream color so that it makes elegant and mild looks. For Japanese people, yellow is the color of light (sunshine) so that this color symbolizes spring. Yellow-color Kimono has meanings such as lively, brilliant and warm. It also represents youth, hope or change.  Obi (sash worn with a Kimono) is designed with cherry blossom pattern same as Kimono. And…

  • $88.81

    The doll wears a Kimono traditional Japanese costume which is designed with maple leaf and camellia patterns. This Kimono is so cute and based around the beautiful pink color. The big flower that was drawn at the foot is camellia. The language of a camellia “Modest splendor” and “No airs and graces” , that means represent the japanese sense of beauty toward women. Camellia patterns are loved as one of the traditional patterns of Japanese patterns, which are known as patterns that can be selected by many Kimonos. Although the flowering season is fixed, but the leaves are always blue, so it is also called Kichijoki or Tokiwaki, and it…

  • $158.59

     This doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Sakura (cherry blossom), Ume (Japanese apricot), Kikyou (Japanese bellflower), Hagi (bush clover) and Setsurin (snow crystals) patterns.  According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest. This flower comes out in spring but its design for Kimono is enjoyed through the year. Japanese apricot pattern and snow crystals pattern, both of them symbolize the arrival of spring.  Japanese apricot blossom pattern represents patience, vitality or prosperity of future generations. Japanese bellflower and bush clover, both of them are one of the seven flowers of autumn.  This Kimono is black color and it makes the graceful…

  • $494.79

    Description  The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Ume (Japanese apricot), Kiku (Chrysanthemum), Momiji (maple) and Sasa (bamboo grass) patterns. This Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is classified as Hekoobi. Initially, it’s used by men but today, it’s common that children or even ladies use it.  The flowering of Japanese apricot blossoms announces the arrival of spring. People appreciate its adorable petal shape, scent and characteristic branches. This pattern represents patience, vitality or prosperity of future generations. Chrysanthemum flower is very popular designs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. This flower represents the eternal youth, the longevity…

  • $1,046.66

    Description  The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Botan (peony), Kiku (chrysanthemum), Tsubaki (camellia) and Matsu (pine tree) patterns. Obi(sash worn with a kimono) is dyed red. Lots of peony flowers bloom in the whole of this cloth.  Peony flower pattern represents happiness, wealth or perpetual youth and longevity. It has been expressed as one of the good meaning patterns, and believed as a sign of the rich harvest of the year.  Chrysanthemum is one of the most popular designs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. This flower pattern represents the eternal youth, the longevity or good health.…

  • $666.06

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Sakura (cherry blossom) and Chou (butterfly) patterns. Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is dyed gold and designed with Botan (peony) or Houou (fenghuang) patterns.  A tradition says that cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest.  Butterfly pattern has been enjoyed for Kimono since Momoyama period (1568-1600) in Japan. Samurai loved this pattern not only the reason of its elegant appearance but also its meaning. Butterfly pattern symbolizes immortality so that it’s used for Samurai’s emblems.  Peony flower pattern represents happiness, wealth or perpetual youth and longevity. It has been expressed as one of the good meaning…

  • $666.06

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Ume (Japanese apricot) and Sakura (cherry blossom) patterns.  Small cherry blossom patterns cover the entire cloth. According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest.  Japanese apricot pattern which is designed to this Kimono is called Hineri-Ume. Hineri means twist in Japanese. As this type of Japanese apricot blossom is twisted its petals, it’s named like this. The flowering of Japanese apricot blossoms announces the arrival of spring. People appriciate its adorable petal shape, scent and characteristic branches. This flower pattern represents patience, vitality or prosperity of future generations.  If you focus on this doll’s…

  • $621.65

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Ume (Japanese apricot) and Kiku (chrysanthemum) patterns.  Small cherry blossom pattern and Sho-Chiku-Bai pattern cover the entire cloth. According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest.  The flowering of Japanese apricot blossoms announces the arrival of spring. People appriciate its adorable petal shape, scent and characteristic branches. This flower pattern represents patience, vitality or prosperity of future generations.  Chrysanthemum pattern is one of the most popular designs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. It represents eternal youth, longevity or good health.  Sho-Chiku-Bai pattern is the combination of…

  • $285.45

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with different types of Sakura (cherry blosom) and Usagi (rabbit) patterns.  According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest. It’s said that it might be the reason why cherry-blossom viewing picnic was started in Japan.  Rabbit pattern is a kind of good omen motif. As they hop around, its pattern represents progress. Also, they have lots of children so that this pattern symbolizes the rich harvest or prosperity of children.  Obi (sash worn with a Kimono) is dyed orange and designed with cherry blossom pattern.  This Kimono is dyed gray color. The combination of rabbit,…

  • $247.39

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with different colors of Sakura (cherry blosom), Ume (Japanese apricot), Kiku (chrysanthemum) patterns.  According to a tradition, cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest. It’s said that it might be the reason why cherry-blossom viewing picnic was started in Japan.  The flowering of Japanese apricot blossoms announces the arrival of spring. People appreciate its adorable petal shape, scent and characteristic branches. This flower pattern represents patience, vitality or prosperity of future generations.  Chrysanthemum is one of the most popular designs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. This flower pattern represents the…

  • $234.71

     The doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with different sizes of large-flowered Sakura (cherry blossom) pattern. A tradition says that cherry blossom is the symbol of rich harvest. It’s said that is why cherry-blossom viewing picnic was started in Japan. This flower pattern is one of the most popular motifs for lady’s Kimono.  Kanoko-Mon is used for describing several cherry blossoms. Kanoko means the child of deer. It’s a kind of tie-dyed geometric pattern which is similar to the pattern on the back of a deer’s kid. This pattern represents prosperity of future generations.  Same as Kimono, Obi (sash worn with a Kimono) is designed with…

  • $431.35

     This doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Sakura (cherry blossom), Kiku (chrysanthemum), Ume (Japanese apricot) and Sasa (bamboo grass) patterns. Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is also decorated with cherry blossom pattern.  A tradition says that cherry blossom is the symbol of the rich harvest. This flower comes out in spring but its design for Kimono is enjoyed through the year. Chrysanthemum is very popular motifs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. This flower represents the eternal youth, the longevity or good health. The flowering of Japanese apricot blossoms announces the arrival of spring. People appreciate its…

  • $532.85

     This doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with flying crane pattern. Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is also decorated with the same bird pattern. It’s said that crane lives a long life so that its pattern represents longevity. Also, cranes make compatible couples therefore its pattern is the symbol of happy marriage.  This Kimono is woven of geometric pattern which is called Sa-Aya-Gata. It’s originally came from China in Momoyama period (1568-1600), and it’s often used for formal wears of women. The color combination of red and gold makes magnificent looks. It’s believed that red color will protect us from the evil spirits. The sun,…

  • $532.85

     This doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Kiku (chrysanthemum), Botan (peony) and Sho-Chiku-Bai patterns. Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is also decorated with chrysanthemum pattern. This flower pattern is one of the most popular designs among Japanese people. As its petals form radially, it’s linked to the Sun. Chrysanthemum represents the eternal youth, the longevity or good health.  Sho-Chiku-Bai pattern is the combination of pine tree, bamboo (bamboo leaf is used more often than bamboo itself especially for girl’s Kimono) and Ume (Japanese apricot), it’s an auspicious design. Peony flower pattern represents happiness, wealth or perpetual youth and longevity. It has been expressed as…

  • $247.39

     This doll wears a Kimono (traditional Japanese costume) which is designed with Sakura (cherry blossom) and Noshi (long, thin strip of dried abalone) patterns. Obi (sash worn with a kimono) is also decorated with the same flower pattern.  A tradition says that cherry blossom is the symbol of the rich harvest. Noshi is a strip of decorative folded paper attached to gift wrapping as an auspicious symbol. Each Noshi is designed with different types of flowers.  This kimono looks charming thanks to its orange-red color. It’s believed that red color will protect us from the evil spirits. The sun, blood or fire are also red so that it’s treated as…