{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-dr457","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tsuchi-Suzu Vtg Raccoon Tanuki Sake Ceramic Amulet DR45","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi-Suzu. This bell is a shaped raccoon Tanuki (A tanuki has a sake bottle).  Dorei bells have a long history and have been used in festivals and ceremonies since the Jomon period (about 13000 to 2300 years ago) when they were said to have the power to ward off evil spirits.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese ceramic doll bell, Dorei\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic ball inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmulet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 33 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 233 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 4 cm long x 4 cm wide x 5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition. Small crack lines. Please see the photos carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items.  We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39967755501603,"sku":"DR 457 dorei bell","price":44.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/products\/Japanese-Clay-Bell-Dorei-Tsuchi-Suzu-Vtg-Raccoon-Tanuki-Sake-Ceramic-Amulet-DR45.jpg?v=1681933161","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-dr457","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}