Kokeshi こけし doll is a wooden dolls with a round head attached to a cylindrical body with no limbs, typical of the Tohoku region of northern Honshu. They are classified into ten types according to lathing techniques, form, and decoration. Most are painted with a girl's face and a floral motif on the body. The measurements are approx. 6.25" height. 100% Made in Japan. Artist: Sosaku by Masae Fujikawa. New. Boxed. ABOUT THEIR ORIGINS AND HISTORIES KOKESHI Kokeshi was first made in the northern provinces of Japan about 150 years ago. Kokeshi was originally made as a toy for children of farmers. It developed into a modern craft from a simple toy as the countryside developed culturally. Having outgrown the status of being a toy for children, Kokeshi is now recognized as one of the traditional folk arts in Japan. Kokeshi is handmade by skilled craftsmen entirely from wood-cutting to painting. We hope you appreciate the Japanese tradition and art.