{"product_id":"k10231-omiyage-kokeshi-from-mount-myogi-妙義山","title":"K10231 - Omiyage Kokeshi from  Mount Myōgi 妙義山","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage omiyage kokeshi from Mount Myōgi (妙義山, Myōgi-san) depicts a vivid image of a Tengu (天狗), one of the most iconic supernatural beings in Japanese folklore. Recognizable by its fierce eyes and exaggerated long red nose, the Tengu has long been regarded as a powerful mountain spirit associated with sacred peaks, ascetic practices, and the protection of forests and temples. The figure’s dark robe and expressive hand-painted face give it a dramatic yet playful folk-art presence typical of traditional Japanese travel souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount Myōgi, located in Gunma Prefecture, is renowned for its steep cliffs and unusual rock formations, and has been revered for centuries as a spiritual mountain. Together with Mount Akagi and Mount Haruna, it forms the celebrated “Three Great Mountains of Jōmō” (上毛三山). The mountain has deep ties to Shugendō mountain worship, where Tengu legends became closely connected to remote temples and ascetic training in the wilderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese folklore, Tengu are both feared and respected. Often portrayed as guardians of sacred mountains, they symbolize discipline, supernatural strength, protection, and wisdom gained through spiritual practice. Because of this, Tengu imagery became a popular motif for regional omiyage and folk crafts sold near mountain pilgrimage sites and temple towns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small handcrafted kokeshi preserves the rustic charm of mid-century Japanese souvenir art. The cylindrical wooden body, hand-painted details, and accompanying wooden marker inscribed with 妙義山 beautifully root the piece in its mountain heritage. Despite its compact size, the figure carries a strong personality and evokes the mysterious atmosphere surrounding Japan’s sacred mountain traditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 4 x 4 x 10cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57426274320715,"sku":"K10231","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_23a9efba-c34c-4f10-ab39-e58bdc95e20d.jpg?v=1779616968","url":"https:\/\/fr.maisonkyo.be\/fr\/products\/k10231-omiyage-kokeshi-from-mount-myogi-%e5%a6%99%e7%be%a9%e5%b1%b1","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}