Shinobi Goma Rice Straw Horse sancai shishi lion The body is hollow and

The body is hollow and the head bobs up and down when moved

There are different versions of white birch kokeshi available all across Japan

busily making dumplings to feed those in need

4cm (8”) x 16

The first daimyo of the Kaga region

Shinobi Goma Rice Straw Horse sancai shishi lion The body is hollow and*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a vintage shinobi goma rice straw horse. Shinobi goma are from Hanamaki town located in Iwate Prefecture. They are a special talisman from Enmanji temple founded by Heian noble, Sakanoue no Tamuramaro (758 811). Traditionally shinobi goma were used as an auspicious item for finding a good marriage partner, or for praying