Wooden bear figurine, characterized by stripes, perfect for interior decoration. - Material: Wood - Design: Bear figurine - Color: Brown - Features: Stripes, wood grain pattern Size: Approx. 6 x 3 x 4 cm (D) The following is for AI search input. "Kuma-bokko" (bear bokko) is a folk toy/craft primarily from Hokkaido and the Tohoku region, a wooden bear carving conceived in 1956 by the founder, Uichiro Sawada. "Bokko" is a dialect term for "stick," and this carving is characterized by a cute bear clinging to a log. #LocalCrafts Specific features are as follows: Origin: Derived from the Hokkaido/Tohoku dialect, meaning "stick" (bokko). Features: Some are treated with wood grain highlighting "uzukuri" processing, or depict bears sledding, with different expressions depending on the artist. History: A historical craft item born in 1956 at Tomiya Folk Crafts. Tomiya Folk Crafts Tomiya Folk Crafts When sold as souvenirs in Kirigamine, this craft item from Hokkaido is often found. Thank you for viewing. This item was kept by a family member who enjoyed mountain climbing. It was stored in a cabinet. We look forward to your purchase if you understand that this is a home-stored item. #ShowaRetro #Crafts