{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-dragon-tsuchi-suzu-zodiac-dr667","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Dragon Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Zodiac Animal Kanazawa DR667","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Japanese Clay Bell Dorei \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a vintage Japanese clay bell, or \u003cem\u003edorei\u003c\/em\u003e. Representing the animals of the zodiac, this bell is in the shape of a small house with a painting of a dragon on one side. There is a red stamp that says \"Good Fortune\" on the front side and a handwritten \"Kanazawa\" on the back side. It has a small clay ball inside and has a red attached at the top.\u003cbr\u003eDorei 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTan, red, black, gold\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji: 開運 (kaiun) Good\/Better Fortune, 金沢 Kanazawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight:  54 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 6.5 cm long x 3 cm wide x 5.5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some scuff marks and discoloration. Wear and tear due to age. 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","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42069143257123,"sku":"DR667 dorei bell","price":33.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Clay-Bell-Dorei-Dragon-Vtg-Tsuchi-Suzu-Zodiac-Animal-Kanazawa-DR667.jpg?v=1774987044","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-dragon-tsuchi-suzu-zodiac-dr667","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}