Hello, Dolly

TOY STORY:  Dating back hundreds of years to Japan’s Edo Period, Kokeshi dolls were crafted by skilled artisans as keepsakes for tourists.  (Sure beats a tacky t-shirt, right?)  Now, through the Smithsonian Store, you can share one of these sweet historic souvenirs as a unique birthday or hostess gift.  Choose from red or black lacquered kimono designs, and perhaps pair ‘em with a nice bottle of sake for a conversation-starting present.  GET IT:  Kokeshi Dolls, $20 each.  Available online from the Smithsonian Store.
 

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