{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-cow-tsuchi-suzu-zodiac-animal-dr682","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Cow Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Zodiac Animal Ushi Brown Gold DR682","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 cow. It is a soft light brown color with gold accents and pink plum blossom sticker on one side. It has a small clay ball inside and a red and white string attached at the top.\u003cbr\u003e\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\u003eBrown, gold, red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight:  39 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 6 cm long x 4 cm wide x 5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some scuff marks. 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":42069702213667,"sku":"DR682-dorei-bell","price":33.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Clay-Bell-Dorei-Cow-Vtg-Tsuchi-Suzu-Zodiac-Animal-Ushi-Brown-Gold-DR682.jpg?v=1775072377","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-ca\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-cow-tsuchi-suzu-zodiac-animal-dr682","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}