{"product_id":"japanese-kokeshi-dolls-the-woodcraft-and-culture-of-japans-iconic-wooden-dolls-hardcover","title":"Japanese Kokeshi Dolls: The Woodcraft and Culture of Japan's Iconic Wooden Dolls - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eManami Okazaki\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn inside look at kokeshi dolls: from the skilled woodworkers behind their design to their important cultural significance.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eKokeshi are the simple and charming traditional Japanese dolls characterized by their cylindrical shape and lack of arms and legs. Historically made as children's toys in Japan's northern region of Tohoku, they have now become a popular collector's item and have even inspired famous architects and artists. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn this visual guide, readers will find: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn overview of the different types of dolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow kokeshi dolls are crafted, including information on tools and woods used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterviews with leading kokeshi craftspeople worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed information about both traditional dolls and the modern ones being crafted today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn exploration of the cultural significance of kokeshi dolls--both historically and for the areas of northern Japan that rebuilt themselves after their region was decimated by an earthquake and tsunami in 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA guide to visiting Japan's kokeshi regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInformation on how to buy the dolls--either directly from Japanese artisans or stockists worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFilled with artist interviews, gorgeous photos and firsthand travel experience, author Manami Okazaki has created a book to be enjoyed by all--from serious collectors to woodcrafters, interior designers, architects, armchair travelers and anyone with an interest in Japanese culture and travel.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eManami Okazaki\u003c\/b\u003e has published twelve books on Japanese culture. Her articles have been featured in the \u003ci\u003eJapan Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSouth China Morning Post\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLonely Planet\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTransit\u003c\/i\u003e and other global media. She has collected and written extensively about kokeshi and the Tohoku region for over ten years. She was active in volunteer and charity work in the aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami, curating Kokeshi events in London, Paris, Rome and Los Angeles with a mission to help the people of Tohoku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 168\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 8.2 x 8.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 30, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52915060539708,"sku":"9784805315545","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7265\/1324\/files\/SEl2YjRsb2RDTGdERVptcWoxenE0QT09.webp?v=1774357752","url":"https:\/\/barginbooks.co\/products\/japanese-kokeshi-dolls-the-woodcraft-and-culture-of-japans-iconic-wooden-dolls-hardcover","provider":"Books Fare ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}