Sanrio Characters - Hello Kitty - Daruma - Light Blue (Usaburo Kokeshi)Hello Kitty · Usaburo Kokeshi

This Hello Kitty Daruma figure in light blue is produced by Usaburo Kokeshi as part of their Sanrio Characters line. The figure measures approximately 30mm in width and depth and 35mm in height, weighing just 10g. It is crafted from mizuki, a type of wood traditionally used in kokeshi doll making, and was released in January 2019. Usaburo Kokeshi is a renowned Japanese manufacturer specializing in kokeshi dolls, a traditional craft originating from the Tohoku region. Based in Ikaho, Gunma Prefecture, the company has been producing kokeshi dolls for generations and has expanded their offerings to include collaborations with popular characters like Sanrio's Hello Kitty. The daruma design merges the traditional Japanese daruma doll symbol of perseverance with Hello Kitty's iconic appearance. This light blue variant is part of a color series that includes yellow, purple, pink, and red versions, offering collectors multiple options to display or combine.