{"product_id":"japanese-natural-hyotan-gourd-phallic-statue-hounen-matsuri-st21","title":"Japanese Natural Hyotan Gourd Phallic Statue Vtg Hounen Matsuri Folk Craft ST21","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Japanese Natural Gourd\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePhallic\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStatue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Japanese naturally dried \u003cem\u003ehyotan\u003c\/em\u003e gourd was grown and molded specifically into a phallic shape for decoration. It is adhered to a wooden stand. This item was likely a folk craft souvenir from the famous Hounen Festival in Komaki, Aichi Prefecture. Also called the \"Penis Festival\", the matsuri takes place at Tagata Shrine every spring and is a celebration of fertility. \u003cbr\u003eHyotan as a whole, when not being used for storing sake, are considered luck charms for prosperity, good health, and success in business.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried gourd, wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1980\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 126 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 450 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 15 cm long x 11.5 cm wide x 19.5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Natural markings\/stains. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post. Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options. We do 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\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\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\/span\u003e\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":40699365687331,"sku":"ST21 hyotan","price":73.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Natural-Hyotan-Gourd-Phallic-Statue-Vtg-Hounen-Matsuri-Folk-Craft-ST21.jpg?v=1746263078","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-natural-hyotan-gourd-phallic-statue-hounen-matsuri-st21","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}