{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-oharame-tsuchi-suzu-kimono-woman-kyoto-dr649","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Oharame Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Kimono Work Woman Kyoto DR649","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. It is in the shape of a working woman in Kimono, called Oharame from Kyoto.  This particular one is mostly beige and blue. It has a small clay ball inside, a braided pink string attached, and a paper tag at the top. \u003cbr\u003eDerei is a red string attached to the top, and there is a white clay ball inside.\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.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeige, blue, brown, pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaper tag: 京都 大原女 \u003cem\u003ekyoto oharame\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 49 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 249 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 4.3 cm long x 4 cm wide x 7 m tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some scuff marks and discoloration. Tear on the paper tag. 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":41897554575395,"sku":"DR649 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-Oharame-Vtg-Tsuchi-Suzu-Kimono-Work-Woman-Kyoto-DR649.jpg?v=1770806582","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-oharame-tsuchi-suzu-kimono-woman-kyoto-dr649","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}