Morioka/Nanbu region has been a famous horse-breeding area since the Heian period. The Chagu Chagu Umakko parade, held every year with great splendor, is known as a seasonal tradition of Michinoku. Horses, adorned with large and small bells and beautifully decorated, carry children and "anekos" (young girls) on their backs, parading while jingling their bells, "chagu chagu." The purpose is to pray to the horse gods for "good health and a bountiful harvest." This "Chagu Chagu Umakko" folk craft simply tells of the cuteness and the Japanese people's kindness in cherishing living things. Size: 2 horses combined Length: 12.5 cm Height: 18 cm Width: 4.5 cm A traditional wooden horse craft with colorful decorations and bells. - Design: Horse craft with colorful decorations - Material: Wood - Decoration: Gold fringe and bells attached - Features: Hair and straw decorations - Style: Traditional local toy Thank you for viewing.