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. ----- This is a Hina doll (prince and princess display) by Mataro Dolls, a company that continues traditional techniques with a history dating back over 280 years. Product Details Features: This is a masterpiece from a long-established company that has been recognized as the sole legitimate successor of Kimekomi dolls by Kamigamo Shrine in Kyoto, the birthplace of Kimekomi dolls. Technique (Kimekomi): This doll is crafted using a sophisticated Japanese technique in which grooves are carved into the body of "Toso," a hardened paulownia wood powder, and fabric is inserted into these grooves (Kimekomi). Design: Facial Expression: The doll's unique facial features combine elegance with cuteness. The more you look at it, the more it becomes appealing, and its plump, rounded form exudes its charm. Costume: The color scheme is modern, based on meticulous research into Heian period costumes. Quality: Certified as a "Traditional Craft" by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, each doll is meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans, from the prototype to the finishing touches. How to Appreciate/Display Osho-kazari: A simple yet dignified style featuring only two dolls, a male and female. Advantages: The costumes retain their shape and are generally compact, making them suitable for modern living spaces. Emperor / Empress Set of 2 24*16*15cm 568g 24*15*14cm 548g (H0711/H0713)