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Ouchi ningyo（大内人形）

おおうちにんぎょう Ouchi Dolls

A married pair in Ouchi lacquer, their faces barely drawn - the form and the vermilion do the work.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreLacquer art / Crafts / Ceramics
City / townYamaguchi
Founded / openedMuromachi period
Area in the prefectureCentral area

FAQ

Where is Ouchi Dolls?
It is in Yamaguchi, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Ouchi Dolls?
A married pair in Ouchi lacquer, their faces barely drawn - the form and the vermilion do the work. The focus is lacquerware, crafts and ceramics.

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