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Four thousand kokeshi from across Japan; only by lining them up does it become clear how differently each lineage draws a face.
About this place
The Tsugaru Kokeshi Museum is a kokeshi exhibition facility in Kuroishi, Aomori Prefecture. Kokeshi dolls from all over Japan are displayed. It opened on April 15, 1988. About 4,000 kokeshi and wooden toys are displayed, including Aomori Prefecture's Tsugaru-style kokeshi and kokeshi of the 11 styles from across the country. There are also a 421 cm kokeshi, Japan's largest, and kokeshi painted by Munakata Shiko. Visitors can also watch kokeshi craftsmen at work and try kokeshi painting. Adjacent is the Tsugaru Traditional Crafts Hall.
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded / opened：1989 Highlights / collection：4,000 kokeshi dolls from across Japan, 4-metre-tall kokeshi doll Genre：Crafts and ceramics, Mingei (folk crafts)
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