Who or What is PUNKESHI?

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Wer oder was ist Punkeshi?

Incidentally, DADAKKO was named after a Kokeshi doll of the same name, created in the 1970s by the Kokeshi artist Aida Seiho for his fabulous 'Yancha' やんちゃ (meaning naughty or mischievous) series. 'Dadakko' means something like "spoilt, naughty child" in Japanese. This cheeky figure with her unusual hairstyle clearly shows that Kokeshi can be much more than just 'kawaii' (meaning cute).

  • Traditional Kokeshi Dolls by Noboru Wagatsuma

    Even though our focus is on innovation, Kokeshi lovers will also regularly find traditional Kokeshi dolls by Noboru Wagatsuma in our range. A silent nod to the Togatta style, which is considered one of the oldest—if not the oldest—in the Kokeshi tradition. With great craftsmanship, Wagatsuma-san takes the characteristic features of this classic style and reinterprets them in a subtle and personalised way.

    Discover the timeless elegance and subtle creative power of Noboru Wagatsuma's works—between tradition and artistic signature.
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