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Japanese Dolls- Ningyo


At Jcollector and Jdollcollector you will find the widest selection of Japanese dolls on the internet, ranging from Girls' Day Hina dolls, to large Musha or Samurai dolls, from Kimekomi to Ichimatsu. Japanese dolls or ningyo have been crafted for centuries for the festivals Hinamatsuri, Girl’s Day, and Tango-No-Sekku, Boy’s Day.

On these occasions, elaborate and imaginative doll displays are set up in the home. Japanese dolls represent all manner of human and mythological figures, including famed emperors and samurai, as well as beautiful courtesans and Noh and Kabuki characters.

Following are a few of the many types of Japanese dolls created over the centuries to charm and delight: hina, gosho, ichimatsu, hakata, kimekomi, takeda and kokeshi.

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Japanese Hina Doll with Horse, Kazari-uma Kintaro
Japanese Hina Doll with Horse, Kazari-uma Kintaro - JN9J424
Our Price: $795.00
Sale Price: $695.00

Enchanting Japanese Hina doll representing the mythical hero Kintaro doll astride his white steed, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Traditionally made for display on Boy's day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5.  Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship.  Detailed characterization of the rosy-cheeked Golden Boy of Japanese myth, Kintaro eventually became retainer to the famous samurai warrior Yorimitsu Minamoto. Dramatic gofun face shows expression and depth.  Very good condition. Dimensions:  11.5” wide, 15” high.
Rare Japanese Takeda Doll, Courtesan Oiran
Rare Japanese Takeda Doll, Courtesan Oiran - JN9J425
Our Price: $2,995.00

Exceptional Japanese Takeda doll representing courtesan Oiran, late Edo period, c.1800-1868. Superbly rendered with highly detailed face and pose.  Varied silk costume with multiple layers of silk in assorted colors.  Accessories include hair ornaments and  black lacquer stand.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  9” wide, 16.5” high.
Japanese Lacquer Miniature Palanquin - Hina Doll
Japanese Lacquer Miniature Imperial Cart for Hina Doll Display - JN9J426
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Fantastic antique Japanese Girls’ Day miniature Emperor’s cart for Hina festival, Taisho Era, c. 1912-1926.  Strikingly rendered with great intricacy and detail.  Handpainted with great skill and care.   Beautiful gold and silver patterned motif against dramatic black lacquer background.  Traditional tassels and charming traditional metal fixtures.  Comes with original wood storage box.  A wonderful addition to any Hina set!  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  12.5” wide, 6.5” high.
Japanese Lacquer Miniature Palanquin
Japanese Lacquer Miniature Palanquin for Hina Doll Display - JN9J427
Our Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $295.00

Fantastic antique Japanese Girls’ Day Hina festival miniature palanquin for Empress, Taisho Era, c. 1912-1926.  Strikingly rendered with great intricacy and detail.  Handpainted with great skill and care.   Beautiful gold and silver patterned motif against dramatic black lacquer background.  Traditional tassels and charming traditional metal fixtures.  A wonderful addition to any Hina set!  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  12” wide, 11” high.
Japanese Edo Period Takeda Doll, Samurai on Horse
Japanese Edo Period Takeda Doll, Samurai on Horse - JN9A1616
Our Price: $1,795.00

Extremely rare Japanese takeda doll, samurai on horseback, late Edo period, c.1800-1868. Uniquely rendered with remarkably detailed and animated face and pose.  Whimsical crafting of horse shown in rearing position.  Very good condition with hairline crack at back of neck and minor wear to costume, commensurate with venerable age.  An exceptional pies for the collector!  Dimensions:  14” high, 11” wide.
Japanese Hina Costume Doll, Court Princess
Japanese Hina Costume Doll, Court Princess - JN9A1613
Our Price: $1,295.00

Remarkable Japanese court princess Hina costume doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship.  A striking rendering showing great charm in animated face and pose and extraordinary red and purple silk costume.  Great care and fine craftmanship. Very good condition. Dimensions:  11” high, 6” wide.
Japanese Kabuki-Style Hina Doll, Yoshitsune
Japanese Kabuki-Style Hina Doll, Yoshitsune - JN9A1614
Our Price: $1,295.00

Fascinating Japanese Kabuki-style Yoshitsune samurai musha warrior doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Representing the famed Yoshitsune (1159-1189), military leader and hero of Japanese lore.  Crafted for display on Boys’ Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5.  Expressive gofun face and fine detail in silk brocade costume. Wonderfully animated features and pose. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  16” high, 12” wide.
Japanese Samurai Musha Warrior Doll
Japanese Samurai Musha Warrior Doll, Boy’s Day - JN9A1615
Our Price: $1,595.00

Dramatic Japanese seated samurai musha warrior doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5.  Expressive gofun face and pose. Exceptional detail and crafting in traditional silk brocade costume. Accessories include helmet, sword, arrows in quiver.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  19” high w/ helmet, 13” wide.
Japanese Noh Theater Doll, Okino
Japanese Noh Theater Doll, Okino - JW9M194
Our Price: $595.00

Exquisite vintage Japanese Noh doll, mid-20th century.  Dramatic rendering of the Noh character Okino, who originated in the Genryu style Noh play Dance of Monkeys. Skillfully rendered in dramatic silk brocade, expressive gofun face, detailed fan.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  18” x 10”.
Japanese Gosho Doll, Ebisu with Fish
Japanese Gosho Doll, Ebisu with Fish - JC9M181
Our Price: $1,995.00

Enchanting Japanese gosho doll, Taisho period (1912-1926). Traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun.  Whisimical representation of Ebisu, one of Japan’s Seven Lucky Gods, symbol of bountiful fishing and safe sailing and bringer of prosperity to all.   Very good condition.  Comes with partial original kiri wood storage box.  Dimensions:  5.5” x 3.25” x 3.5” wide.
Japanese Gosho Doll - Mirror & Tea Ladle
Japanese Gosho Doll w/Mirror and Tea Ladle - JC9M182
Our Price: $595.00

Whimsical Japanese Gosho doll, Taisho period (1912-1926). Shown with mirror and ladle.  Traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun. Wonderful pose and expression.  Very good condition.  Comes with kiri wood storage box.  Dimensions:  5” x 6.5” x 3.5” (stand); 3.5” doll.
Japanese Gosho Doll with Noh Mask
Japanese Gosho Doll with Noh Mask - JC9M183
Our Price: $495.00

Whimsical Japanese Gosho doll with Noh mask, Taisho period (1912-1926). Shown holding oversized mask of Okino, the bearded character who originated in the Genryu style Noh play Dance of Monkeys.  Traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun. Very good condition.  Comes with signed kiri wood storage box. Dimensions:  6” x 4.5 x 3.25”.
Japanese Doll, Kimekomi Gosho Kintaro
Japanese Doll, Kimekomi Gosho Shoki - JJ9J1016
Our Price: $595.00
Sale Price: $495.00

Charming Japanese Kimekomi Gosho doll, mythical Shoki the Demon Slayer, Taisho period (1912-1926).   Youthful representation, finely handpainted, delightful expression and detail.  Stunning brocade costume in traditional Kimekomi style with clothing tucked and glued into grooves on the body, which is made of compacted paulownia wood sawdust. Gosho head with brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  14” high w/stand, 12.5” w/out, 10.5” x 8.5” (stand).
Japanese Princess Hina Doll, Kabuki
Japanese Princess Hina Doll, Kabuki - JN8D1034
Our Price: $1,195.00
Sale Price: $995.00

Striking Japanese Kabuki-style princess Hina doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship.  An enchanting rendering showing great charm with animated face and pose and finely detailed costume.  Dramatic red silk kimono with handpainted décor, beautiful hair ornaments.  Great care and fine craftmanship. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  12” high, 7” wide.
Japanese Hina Doll, Kabuki Samurai
Japanese Hina Doll, Kabuki Samurai - JN8D1035
Our Price: $1,195.00
Sale Price: $995.00

Dynamic Japanese Kabuki-style samurai Hina doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.   Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship.  Delightfully rendered, highly animated pose. Vibrantly crafted costume, charming in design and impression. Wonderful detail in face, hands and costume.  Accessories include lacquer gift box and sword. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  12” high, 7” wide.
Japanese Ichimatsu Doll, Handcrafted Boy
Japanese Ichimatsu Doll, Handcrafted Boy - JK8N158
Our Price: $1,295.00
Sale Price: $995.00

Wonderful Japanese boy Ichimatsu doll, mid-20th century   Beautifully handpainted silk kimono and charming pose.  Crafted in Kyoto, indicating the highest quality and artisanship.  Exceptionally rendered face, with warm and gentle features finely rendered in traditional gofun.  Very good condition with minor wear above one eye.  Dimensions:  16.5” x 7” x 5”.
Japanese Doll, Kyoto Bijin Princess
Japanese Doll, Kyoto Bijin Princess - JN8X291
Our Price: $2,195.00
Sale Price: $1,537.00

Stunning Japanese bijin (beautiful woman) princess costume doll with fan, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Exquisite hand-embroidered silk kimono with cherry blossom motif.  Kyoto-made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship. Charming, expressive gofun face and lifelike pose. Remarkable detail and skill in rendering. Additional accessories include exceptionally lovely hair ornaments.  Very good condition. Dimensions:  14” high, 6” wide.
Japanese Samurai Warrior Doll
Japanese Samurai Warrior Doll, Handpainted Costume - JN8X292
Our Price: $2,195.00
Sale Price: $1,537.00

Magnificent Japanese kneeling samurai musha warrior doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and hands. Fine detail in traditional hand-painted kamishimo costume. Wonderful, highly detailed rendering. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  12” high, 13” wide.
Japanese Bijin Beautiful Woman Doll
Japanese Bijin Beautiful Woman Doll from Kyoto - JN8X293
Our Price: $795.00
Sale Price: $557.00

Glorious Japanese Genroku-style bijin (beautiful woman) costume doll with cherry blossoms, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Dramatic silk kimono and obi.  Kyoto-made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship. Charming, expressive gofun face and lifelike pose. Remarkable detail and skill in rendering. Very good condition. Dimensions:  9” high, 4.5” wide.
Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior
Japanese Samurai Doll, Kyoto Musha Warrior - JN8X296
Our Price: $1,495.00
Sale Price: $1,047.00

Spectacular Japanese kneeling samurai musha warrior doll, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Crafted for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Kyoto-made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship.  Exceptionally expressive gofun face and hands. Fine detail in traditional costume. Wonderful, highly detailed rendering. Very good condition with minor loss of color on face.  Dimensions:  14” high, 15” wide.
Japanese Musician Gosho Hina Doll, Edo
Japanese Musician Gosho Hina Doll, Edo Period - JN8MY1515
Our Price: $1,995.00
Sale Price: $1,696.00

Fantastic Japanese musician gosho doll, late Edo period, c. 1800-1850.  Extremely rare to find a doll of this age with clothing and much of hair intact.   Kyoto made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship. Details include drum and very finely made silk brocade costume with hand-embroidery.  Very good condition.  An extraordinary find for the collector!  Dimensions:  11” high, 9” wide.
Japanese Ichimatsu Boy Doll by Ko-Ryu-Sai
Japanese Ichimatsu Boy Doll by Ko-Ryu-Sai - JN8MY324
SOLD
Our Price: $2,895.00
Sale Price: $1,995.00

Wonderful Japanese boy Ichimatsu doll, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Signed by famed artist Ko-Ryu-Sai.  Beautifully handpainted silk kimono with enchanting gosho doll motif.  Handcrafted in Kyoto, indicating the highest quality and artisanship.  Exceptionally rendered face, with warm and gentle features finely crafted in traditional gofun.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  17” high, 6” wide (at base).
Japanese Takeda Dolls, Pair of Samurai Warriors
Japanese Takeda Dolls, Pair of Samurai Warriors, Edo - JC8J2511
Our Price: $3,995.00

Dynamic pair of Japanese takeda warrior dolls, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868.  Remarkable animated expressions and poses, comically menacing. Detailed and varied silk costumes. Accessories include staffs and handpainted lacquer base.  Very good condition with minor costume wear commensurate with age. Dimensions:  14.5” high (doll), 9” high (doll), 4.5” high, 22” wide, 11” deep (stand).
Japanese Takeda Doll, Empress Jingo
Japanese Takeda Doll, Empress Jingo, Edo - JC8J2512
Our Price: $3,995.00

Extraordinary Japanese takeda doll, late Edo period, c.1800-1868. Superbly rendered with highly detailed face and pose.  Varied silk costume with embroidery.  Accessories include quiver of arrows and  black lacquer stand.  Very good condition with minor wear commensurate with age.  Dimensions:  14.5” high (doll), 2.5” high,12” wide, 8.5” deep.
Japanese Geisha Doll, Silk Kimono with Fan
Japanese Geisha Doll, Silk Kimono with Fan - JN8J2501
Our Price: $895.00
Sale Price: $716.00

Gorgeous Japanese geisha costume doll with fan, Taisho period, c.1912-1926. Exquisite hand-painted silk kimono and obi.  Kyoto made, indicating the highest quality and craftsmanship. Charming, expressive gofun face and lifelike pose. Remarkable detail and skill in rendering. Additional accessories include hair ornaments.  Very good condition. Dimensions:  9.5” wide, 15” high.
Japanese Gosho Doll, New Year’s Lion Dance
Japanese Gosho Doll, New Year’s Lion Dance - JN8J2502
SOLD
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $396.00

Whimsical Japanese Kaga gosho doll, Taisho period (1912-1926). Shown performing the Lion Dance (Sakamoto no Shishimai) at New Year, thought to keep the devil away.  Traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun. Very good condition.  Comes with signed kiri wood storage box. Dimensions:   4” wide, 4” high.
Japanese Gosho Doll with Flute
Japanese Gosho Doll with Flute - JC8J817
Our Price: $495.00

Enchanting Japanese gosho doll, Taisho period (1912-1926). Traditional oversized head, chubby body and brilliant white skin, created by the application of many layers of polished gofun.  Whisimical flute-playing figure.  Very good condition.  Comes with signed kiri wood storage box.  Dimensions:  5” x 3”.
Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Spear
Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Spear - JN7D74
SOLD
Our Price: $395.00

Wonderful old Japanese standing samurai musha warrior doll with spear, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship.  Created for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and fine detail in silk brocade costume. Additional accessories include spear, sword and black lacquer stand. Very good condition. Dimensions:  5” wide, 13” high w/spear.
Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Yari
Japanese Samurai Doll, Musha Warrior with Yari - JN7D75
Our Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $276.00

Wonderful old Japanese standing samurai musha warrior doll with yari (spear), Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Crafted in Kyoto, indicating and exceptional level of quality and artisanship.  Created for display on Boys' Day, celebrated annually in Japan on May 5. Exceptionally expressive gofun face and fine detail in silk brocade costume. Additional accessories include spear, sword, hat and black lacquer stand. Very good condition. Dimensions:  6” wide, 12” high w/spear.
Japanese Butterfly Dancer Gosho Doll
Japanese Butterfly Dancer Gosho Doll - JN7D78
Our Price: $995.00

Striking Japanese Noh doll, Taisho period (1912-1926).  Sho-Jo the sake-loving elf of Noh drama with flushed face and captivating smile. Wonderful characterization with great presence and beautifully expressive face.  Features fine silk brocade costuming and handpainted fan.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  9.5” wide, 16” high.
   
 
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