Akabeko is a designated traditional craft of Fukushima Prefecture.
It's a toy made to promote local industry, and designed based on the folk tale of a red-haired bull which worked very hard to carry holy materials when Tokuitsu Daishi built Enzoji Temple in Aizu about 1,200 years ago. It petrified and became a protective god on the day the construction was completed.
After that, an epidemic broke out in Aizu. However, a family who had an Akabeko didn't get the disease so people started to use it as an amulet for prevention of disease, easy delivery of a baby, construction, business, etc. This simple, lucky papier-mache craft is a traditional folk handcraft of Aizu.
The lovely face gently sways. Perfect for a souvenir.

●Materials: washi paper,​ chalk,​ glue,​ chemical paint,​ oil dye,​ metal fitting,​ cloth (gold brocade),​ wooden 1000 ryou box,​ cord,​ bell,​ spin
●Size Details: [Total Length] 160mm,​ [Height] 75mm (head portion only),​ 100mm (body portion incl.)
●Weight (item only) [g]: 80
●Weight (packaging material incl.) [g]: 155
●Made in Aizu-Wakamatsu,​ Fukushima Prefecture
●Brand Name: Akabeko Bansho
●Please Note:
*Do not use for any purpose other than its intended one.
*It may become dented or break if strongly pushed as it is made of washi paper.
*Do not pull the head. It may come off as it's attached by cotton thread.
*Place it on a flat place. The head sways well.
*Keep away from moisture as it's made of washi paper.
*Do not place in direct sunlight for a long time as it may cause change of color.
*Made using washi paper,​ its color will change naturally over time.
●Others:
*As each item is hand-made one-by-one,​ color hue,​ shape etc.,​ may differ slightly from the photos.
*Should there be no stock,​​ item manufacture will take place after order placement. Depending on the item,​​ delivery may be delayed. Contact customer service regarding the delivery date.

Item No.  W10364