{"product_id":"japanese-embroidered-thread-ball-temari-orange-gold-id693","title":"Japanese Embroidered Silk Thread Ball Temari Vtg Traditional Toy Blue Gold ID693","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Japanese Embroidered Ball Decorative Toy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditionally crafted Japanese thread ball, \u003cem\u003eTemari\u003c\/em\u003e, has been constructed using orange, yellow, blue, white, and gold embroidery thread in a star pattern. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeaning \"hand ball\" in Japanese, \u003cem\u003etemari \u003c\/em\u003eare a popular traditional toy often given to children during the New Years holiday and often is a symbol of friendship and loyalty. Through history, the ball became less of a toy and more of a beautiful decorative object made mostly of scraps of kimono fabrics. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange, yellow, blue, white, gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilk embroidery thread, \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 30 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 5 cm wide\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003cspan\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWe 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.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\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","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42450531450915,"sku":"ID693-temari-ball","price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260602_101217.jpg?v=1780362748","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-embroidered-thread-ball-temari-orange-gold-id693","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}