[Artist] Yuzan [Scale] 1/5 [Specifications] Black kozane (small scale lacing) with crimson “koubai” odoshi (lacing) [Accessories] Display stand, folding screen [Dimensions] W36 × D19 × H35 (cm) *As these are handmade items, specifications may be subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.* --- ### The crescent moon symbolizes “the beginning of all things.” For a life that will grow ever more full and abundant from here on, we entrust our wishes for healthy well-being to the crescent moon. --- ### (すずきねゆうざん) Fourth-generation head of a distinguished workshop representing the armor (kabuto and yoroi) industry. Recipient of the Prime Minister’s Special Award at the National New Hina Doll Festival Competition (New Saku Sekku Ningyo Contest). By conducting on-site studies of armor and helmets held throughout Japan and continuing diligent research, he has reached his current mastery. In particular, his National Treasure Replica Series is reproduced with such precision that it allows no rivals. **Career** - Received the Prime Minister’s Special Award at the National New Saku Sekku Ningyo Contest - Certified as a Traditional Craftsman designated by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry - Overall producer for the creative doll studio Ichizo - Head prototype design for the Sekku doll artisans’ unit “nui” --- ### (あかつき) A plain, sturdy kabuto display laced with koubai (crimson plum) colored cord. This is an auspicious traditional color beloved since the Heian period, said to announce the arrival of spring. For the fukigaeshi (turned-back side guards) and mabizashi (visor), we used a pattern called **“Kikumagaki”**—a motif said to have been popular in the Kamakura period—expressed using the **Inden** technique, in which patterns are applied with colored lacquer onto tanned leather. “Akatsuki” features a flat shape known as **“kasa-jikoro.”** This form was often seen in the Muromachi period, when battles involving swinging a tachi sword were common. *Please note: our “Akatsuki” series is a custom-made, original specification exclusive to Ningyo no Iwasaki.* --- ## ■ Kokona (心和-ここな-) The Kokona series refreshes the conventional image of seasonal festival dolls, created around the concept of **“compact, easy, and stylish.”** --- ## ■ Custom Order Our **custom order** option—allowing you to freely combine the doll, display stand, folding screen, and accessories—has been very well received. A one-and-only doll in the world: “just for me.” We will fully support you in choosing it. Please feel free to consult us.