Description: "Netsuke" with carved female genitalia(a symbol of "great wish fulfillment," "protection from evil," "safe delivery of children," and "prosperity in business) from Japan Description About This Items "Netsuke" is a decorative accessory that originated during the Edo period in Japan. It resembles a strap hanging from the "OBI (sash)" of a "KIMONO", and is also known as “BURA. These small ornaments add flair to traditional Japanese attire and serve as functional stoppers or fasteners to prevent them from slipping off the OBI. In the absence of pockets in "KIMONO", which was a common feature during the Edo period, people devised a way to carry small items by attaching them to the "OBI". The ingenious solution was the creation of netsuke. Initially, these were simple pieces of wood or other materials tied with a string, but over time, they evolved into intricately designed accessories that captured the imagination of the Japanese populace. Today, "NETSUKE" remains a beloved art form, embodying both playfulness and elegance, fitting comfortably in the palm of one’s hand - a universe in miniature. Recently, they are increasingly being used on handbags, wallets, smart phones, etc. Now, the item on display is a netsuke of a female genitalia created by carving wood. The female genitalia has long been considered a symbol of good luck in Japan, wishing for a new job or prosperous business. It was probably thought to "create" (nowadays, to produce results), especially when starting something new and so on. It has been passed down to monks and others in Asia (Buddhist countries), and many of them own one. In Japanese shrines, it is treated as a symbol of "great wish fulfillment," "protection from evil," "safe delivery of children," and "prosperity in business. Material: Wood (olive) *Olive is said in Feng Shui to bring peace, happiness, and ward off evil spirits. Size Height:1.30in(33mm), Width: 0.71in(18mm), Thickness: 0.63in(16mm) Total length from the string to the lower decoration: 5.12in(130mm) Color may vary slightly depending on your monitor. Shipping We will ship from Japan. We always send the item with a tracking number. So please place an order without any concern on delivery. You can always track the delivery status. Shipping is only available to the address registered in eBay. If you want us to send another address, please change your address on eBay and then place an order. Shipping is available from Monday to Friday. Weekends are not available because freight (shipping) companies are closed. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as 'gifts' from Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. About Importer's Obligation Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Thank you for your understanding.
Price: 29.9 USD
Location: Nagano, default
End Time: 2024-12-01T11:24:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Handmade
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Handmade: Yes
