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Story summary
- Oversized kokeshi dolls greet passengers arriving in Sakunami Onsen, Japan.
- Kokeshi originated in the late Edo period and were originally made as children's toys.
- Today they are recognized as a regional craft with about 50 artisans active in Miyagi Prefecture.
- Teruyuki Hiraga, an eighth-generation kokeshi artisan, operates a workshop and boutique nearby, showcasing dolls from traditional to modern designs.
