These small Ōuchi Hina dolls form a meaningful pair, traditionally associated with harmony, good fortune and togetherness. This makes them a beautiful symbolic gift, for example for a wedding couple, a new beginning or as a small sign of connection. The dolls come from Yamaguchi, Japan, and are connected to Ōuchi-nuri, the local lacquerware craft known for its deep gloss, rounded forms and refined decorative finish.
The dolls have a soft, rounded shape and a gentle, restrained expression. The combination of black, red, gold-toned details and warm skin tones gives the pair a festive yet quiet appearance. Despite their small size, they have a clear presence and fit beautifully within the tradition of Japanese folk art and seasonal decoration.
This version refers to Hina dolls, which in Japan are connected with Hina Matsuri, the doll festival in March. The pair is displayed on a black lacquered base and comes with a wooden tomobako, giving the set a compact yet carefully presented feel.
Dimensions
Height: approx. 4 cm
Weight: 110 g incl. tomobako
Signature: one doll has a round paper label on the base reading "特製 大内人形" — "special Ōuchi doll". The other doll has no visible mark. The wooden tomobako is decorated with calligraphy.
Material: lacquered wood
Origin: Yamaguchi, Japan
Included: black lacquered display base and wooden tomobako
Would you like to learn more about the meaning and history of Ouchi dolls? Discover the Tamashii Guide.
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