Description: This adorable Japanese Clay Tanuki Raccoon Dog bell measures 4.25" tall x 3.5" wide x 3.5" depth. Also, there is a wicker type twisted rope hanger/handle at the top of Raccoon Dog through the yellow hat. The bell is in excellent condition and clanks with a round clay ball inside. There is rectangular light tan paper sticker with two Japanese Kanji characters on the back, lower right of the hat. Also, there is an etched marking in the bottom (see pic). Don't let this exceptional clay Tanuki bell get away. The Tanuki ( or ) is one of the ykai, spirits of the forest in the Japanese mythology. Tanuki are inspired by Japanese racoon dogs (Tanuki in Japanese) which look like a racoon or a badger. The animal has been significant in Japanese folklore since ancient times. The legendary tanuki is reputed to be mischievous and jolly, a master of disguise and shapeshifting, but somewhat gullible and absentminded. It is also a common theme in Japanese art, especially statuary. Symbol of luck and prosperity, they have been present in Japanese tales since middle age and are still very popular in Japan. Tanuki are heroes in the movie Pompoko by Isao Takahata. In Japan, you will often find a Tanuki as a decorative item of restaurants with Maneki Neko and Daruma. Thank you for your continued interest and business!
Price: 24.95 USD
Location: La Habra, California
End Time: 2025-01-10T05:21:49.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Culture: Japanese
