Tokyo, Japan - January 30 ... 2025. Each year Kyugetsu make hina dolls modeled after prominent figures who the doll maker believes will have an auspicious year ahead of the March 3 Girls' Day ...

The Japanese responded, but went a step further. As doll-making is a revered art in Japan, and doll artists are highly respected, they created 58 friendship dolls, each dressed in a distinctive ...

"Many people are coming to Japan from overseas now ... where a hot spring guest asked him to make a doll as a gift for their child. Iwamoto Zenkichi is said to be the creator of Nakanosawa ...

The never-before-seen collection offers a unique opportunity to learn about Denver's cultural heritage this weekend.

Editor’s note: This series showcases what we are calling “kawaii” (cute) items made locally in the iconic Japanese city. Tanka, founded 270 years ago, is the only remaining pottery for ...