Vintage Japanese Yanagawa Sagemon Hanging Fabric Charms Set 5 Baby Turtle Fish for Sale

Vintage Japanese Yanagawa Sagemon Hanging Fabric Charms Set 5 Baby Turtle Fish For Sale

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Vintage Japanese Yanagawa Sagemon Hanging Fabric Charms Set 5 Baby Turtle Fish:
$82.99

VINTAGE JAPANESE YANAGAWA SAGEMON HANGING FABRIC CHARMS - SET OF 5 HAND-MADE LUCKY OSAIKU-MONO ORNAMENTS DOLL FESTIVAL (HINAMATSURI)
An authentic, charming set of 5 traditional Japanese hand-crafted fabric ornaments known as "Osaiku-mono" (お細工物) or "Sage-kazari" (下げ飾り). Originating from the famous canal town of Yanagawa in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, these plush textile charms are integral components of traditional "Sagemon" hanging displays used during Hinamatsuri (Girls' Day / Doll Festival) to pray for a child's health, happiness, and prosperity. Hand-sewn using silk, cotton, Chirimen crepe, and traditional patterned fabrics.
[SET OF 5 MOTIFS & CULTURAL SYMBOLISM]Each hand-sewn motif carries deep historical meaning, protective blessings, and good fortune:
1. Baby in Swaddle (お包みハイハイ人形): Dressed in vibrant red Kanoko Shibori (dappled tie-dye) fabric. Symbolizes maternal affection, protection, and safe, peaceful growth for newborn babies.2. Navy Blue Brocade Turtle (藍織の亀): Crafted with deep navy woven brocade fabric patterned with hexagonal turtle shells. A supreme symbol of long life and health ("A turtle lives ten thousand years").3. Floral White Ram / Sheep (花刺繍の羊): Features soft white Chirimen fabric with colorful floral embroidery. As a Zodiac animal, the sheep represents peaceful family harmony, gentle nature, and good relationships.4. Wild Boar (イノシシ / 猪): Made with textured brown and green patterned fabric. The wild boar symbolizes robust health, strong determination, and warding off disease.5. Light Blue Shibori Goldfish / Fish (水色絞りの金魚): Designed in a drawstring style with light blue Shibori patterned fabric. The fish/goldfish symbolizes financial abundance, wealth, and smooth living without shortage.
[THE CULTURAL HERITAGE OF YANAGAWA SAGEMON]Dating back to the late Edo period, mothers and grandmothers in Yanagawa crafted these charming fabric ornaments using cherished kimono scraps to hang around Hinamatsuri doll displays, wishing their daughters a lifetime of happiness, health, and prosperity.
[SPECIFICATIONS & MEASUREMENTS]- Origin: Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan- Set Quantity: 5 Individual Fabric Hanging Charms- Primary Materials: Silk, Chirimen Crepe, Cotton Fabric, Felt, Thread, Fiberfill- Total Weight (All 5 Pieces): Approx. 80 g (0.18 lbs)
- Dimensions (Largest Baby Doll in Swaddle): * Width: Approx. 12.0 cm / 4.7 in * Depth: Approx. 6.0 cm / 2.4 in * Height: Approx. 6.0 cm / 2.4 in
[CONDITION & VINTAGE CHARACTERISTICS]Offered in authentic pre-owned vintage condition with genuine age-related character.- Shows natural signs of age and handling, such as soft surface fading, minor age marks, slight thread looseness or fuzziness, and light wear on hanging loops.- Retains a mild, natural vintage textile storage scent typical of authentic aged Japanese fabric goods.- Structurally intact, adorable, and complete with top hanging loops for display or crafting.- Please inspect all high-resolution close-up photos carefully to evaluate exact condition before purchasing.
[RECOMMENDED USES]- Ideal components for constructing your own custom Sagemon / Tsurushi-kazari hanging mobile displays.- Charming Japanese interior accent for nursery rooms, living spaces, shop displays, or seasonal holiday decorations.- Meaningful heirloom gift symbolizing health, longevity, and family happiness.
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