{"product_id":"japanese-wood-carved-ainu-bear-statue-hokkaido-ab106","title":"Japanese Wood Carved Ainu Bear Statue Vtg Sculpture Hokkaido Brown AB106","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Japanese Wood Carving of Ainu Bear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFamously from Hokkaido and northern Japan, this large intricately hand-carved bear statue with a fish in its maw is a traditional Ainu folk handicraft. \u003cbr\u003eIn Ainu spirituality, bears and other animals are considered vehicles for the divine. Bear sculptures in particular were also used to represent thanks to the animal for providing meat and furs long ago. These bears are popular souvenirs and gifts when traveling to Hokkaido and are commonly featured as a centerpiece in tokonoma alcoves in traditional tatami rooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 1817 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 2817 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1950\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 15 cm long x 30 cm wide x 18.5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition. 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\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 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":40095610142755,"sku":"AB106 Ainu statue","price":115.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Wood-Carved-Ainu-Bear-Statue-Vtg-Sculpture-Hokkaido-Brown-AB106.jpg?v=1691523486","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-ca\/products\/japanese-wood-carved-ainu-bear-statue-hokkaido-ab106","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}