{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-bishamonten-vtg-tsuchi-suzu-seven-lucky-gods-dr696","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Bishamonten Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Seven Lucky Gods DR696","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, that features one of the most popular figures of the Seven Lucky Gods (shichifukujin), Bishamon-ten. He is often believed to be a guardian deity of war, warriors, and victory, and also to bring protection, prosperity, and good fortune. It has an incised Kanji on the back.\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, red, white, black, gray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji on back: 勇 \u003cem\u003eyu\u003c\/em\u003e brave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 86 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 286 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 5.7 cm long x 5 cm wide x 7.8 m tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. 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":43257024020515,"sku":"DR696-dorei-bell","price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260630_131845.jpg?v=1782793136","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-bishamonten-vtg-tsuchi-suzu-seven-lucky-gods-dr696","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}