Vintage Japanese Kokeshi Doll (7") — Signed “Shoju” 昇寿 | Traditional Wooden Folk Art | 1950s–1960s
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ABOUT THIS FIND
Bring a touch of Japanese folk tradition to your space with this vintage kokeshi doll, a beautifully simple wooden form with hand-painted features.
Kokeshi dolls originated over 150 years ago in Japan’s Tohoku region, first as children’s toys and later as treasured souvenirs and display pieces.
This doll stands 7 inches tall and is signed on the base with 昇寿 (Shoju)—commonly read as “rising longevity” and/or used as an artist name.
DETAILS
- Type: Traditional kokeshi doll (wooden folk craft)
- Origin: Japan (Tohoku folk style inspiration)
- Era: 1950s–1960s (estimated)
- Signature/Mark: Signed on base: 昇寿 (Shoju)
- Materials: Handcrafted wood with painted design
- Pre-ship weight: 7 oz
MEASUREMENTS (Approx.)
- Height: 7 in
- Head diameter: 2 in
- Base diameter: 1.25 in
CONDITION
Vintage condition with gentle age-appropriate wear. Please review photos closely for surface marks, finish wear, and character—this is part of the charm of a true vintage piece.
Display Ideas
Lovely on a bookshelf, desk, or in a curated Japandi / MCM display. Great gift for collectors of Japanese folk art and vintage decor.
If you collect kokeshi, this 7 inch wooden doll is signed Shoju on the base and brings hand painted Japanese folk art to a bookshelf or desk. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.
- Near Fine: Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.
- Very Good: Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.
- Good: Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.
- Fair: Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.
Every item is honestly described and carefully packed. These are vintage pieces, so light age-related wear comes with them. I show and describe what I see so you know what to expect.
If your order arrives damaged or materially different from the listing, contact me within 7 days of delivery and I will make it right.
Returns must be sent back within 30 days of purchase, in the same condition received. I inspect each return against the original photos and description.
Approved refunds go back to your original payment method, and credit card refunds can take 5 to 10 business days to appear.
Not eligible for a refund: requests made more than 30 days after purchase, items returned damaged, or items returned in different condition than received.
Postage due on a return is deducted from the refund.
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- Photo-verified condition, no surprises
- Packed with care. Glass and fragile pieces get extra cushioning
- Ships in 2 business days
- Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)
Questions buyers ask
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Every listing spells it out and shows it in photos. Chips, hairlines, crazing, worn plating, old repairs. If I did not mention it, it is not there.
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Yes. Every photo is the actual piece, taken by me. When it sells, it is gone.
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I note maker, mark, era, and measurements when I can confirm them, and say so plainly when I cannot. Unmarked pieces get dated by what the piece itself shows.
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I process order within 2 business days, wrapped and boxed so it arrives the way it left here. Don't forget, free shipping on orders $35 and up.
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