Kokeshi dolls are a traditional Japanese craft. They are very charming items with a distinctly Japanese character. This piece was created by Kunio Miyagawa, an artist who received the Prime Minister of Japan Award. This kokeshi doll has received the following honors: Minister of International Trade and Industry Award All-Japan Kokeshi Doll Competition Award Prefectural Kokeshi Doll Competition Award Condition: As this is an antique item, there are some minor scratches, but overall it is in clean and good condition. ■No accessories are included. ■Items will be packed and shipped by Japan Post. Please note that after leaving the jurisdiction of the Japan Post, the items will be handled by the domestic courier company of the destination country. Since the packaging is done by amateurs, we cannot guarantee your complete satisfaction. It usually takes about 3 weeks to receive your order. Import duties are not included in the price or shipping charges and are the responsibility of the buyer. Please be aware that you may receive phone calls or e-mails from customs or the shipping company during customs clearance, so we ask for your cooperation in receiving your merchandise. If an item is returned, including cases where we are unable to contact you, the buyer will be responsible for the cost of reshipment. If we do not receive a reply within one month, we will dispose of or reuse the merchandise. We hope you are pleased with your purchase and that it arrives safely. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation to ensure a smooth transaction.