博多人形　What are Hakata dolls? Hakata dolls are unglazed clay dolls made in the Hakata region of Fukuoka Prefecture. Hakata dolls are characterized by their delicate and rich facial expressions, detailed carvings, and beautiful curves and subdued colors that are hard to believe are unglazed clay dolls. Their graceful appearance has attracted attention at numerous expositions and exhibitions both in Japan and abroad, including the Paris World Exposition held in 1900 (Meiji 33). They are considered one of Fukuoka Prefecture's world-renowned intangible cultural assets. Hakata dolls come in a variety of genres, including beautiful women, Noh dolls, Kabuki dolls, and lucky dolls. Beautiful women are particularly famous, and as the image of beautiful women changes over the years, the expressions of Hakata doll beauties are known to have changed slightly over the years. Other famous dolls include Otafuku and Fukusuke (lucky dolls), and Hina dolls (festival dolls). 田中 比呂志 Hiroshi Tanaka Hakata Doll Maker Began creating dolls in 1953. He has received numerous awards. He has created a variety of characters, including animals, children, sumo wrestlers, and samurai, but he is best known for his beautiful women wearing kimonos. The beauties he paints have very distinctive eyes and a sense of melancholy. This doll is beautiful from any angle.