We'll be using either Japan Post or DHL to ship your item. It will be shipped from Japan, so it will take some time to arrive. Please note that the prices of the items listed do not include taxes like duties. There may be scratches and dirt caused by age. If an item exceeds the specified size or weight, it may be shipped in multiple packages. ----- These kokeshi dolls have darkened overall with age, giving them an antique-like texture also known as "black kokeshi." Key Features and Details Type: Traditional kokeshi dolls that have been made in the Tohoku region since ancient times. Condition: They show signs of aging, such as discoloration, fading, stains, and dirt, and are in a state of great wear or the refined appearance of having been used for a long time. Some dolls also have cracks (nyu). Sculpture: Based on the balance of the head and body and the painting (the way the face is painted), they may be the work of a craftsman of a particular style (e.g., Hijiori, Sakunami, Yajiro, etc.), but the details are unclear due to surface wear. Historical Background: Some old kokeshi dolls made from the Meiji period to prewar times have a black luster like this due to wear and soot, and are highly valued among kokeshi enthusiasts as antiques. There is a crack. Set of 2 25-32cm Total 1037g (H0856)