Japanese Zodiac DARUMA – Monkey
Shirakawa Daruma the zodiac sign of the Shirakawa Daruma doll, a specialty of Shirakawa, Fukushima Prefecture. This adorable bean daruma is just the right size to fit in the palm of your hand. The motif is based on the Japanese zodiac sign monkey. It is said that the Japanese zodiac sign “申” has the meaning of “ward off evil.
The twelve signs of the animal zodiac are the messengers of the gods. It is said that having the animal sign of the year brings good luck.
Decorating with a zodiac sign is believed to be helpful for “family safety” and “business prosperity,” and if given as a gift to a loved one, it is also believed to mean “good luck” and “longevity.
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Size
Height 5 cm
Width 4 cm
Width 4 cm
Material
Paper, Clay
Country of Origin
Japan
