A local toy from Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, founded in the Edo period by the first Ichiroemon Horio. The first Ichiroemon was skilled at making papier-mâché, and his papier-mâché tigers were especially popular from the Edo period. It is a distinctive work with a different face and atmosphere from other papier-mâché tigers. It has a retro atmosphere and cuteness at the same time. -- This item is being sold with scratches and stains due to its age. Deterioration is seen due to aging. We can add more photos, so please let us know if you have any concerns. Please check the photos and purchase with your understanding.