Gosho Ningyo (御所人形) are dolls with large heads that idealize the appearance of adorable infants, and are considered the pinnacle of aesthetic beauty among Japanese dolls. From the mid-Edo period, they were used for amusement and as gifts in the Imperial Court (御所, gosho), hence the name "Gosho Ningyo." The dolls depict plump and lovely infants. They are characterized by their cute, round, white-painted faces and are primarily made to ward off evil spirits for infants. They were given as gifts for celebrations such as childbirth and the Tango no Sekku (Boys' Day). ★ Both hands can originally be moved. Please see the photos. ★ Purchased at Mitsukoshi. The glass case is not included. Please understand.