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Find Your Favorite at a Longstanding Workshop—From Traditional to Modern Kokeshi

About this spot

A venerable, family-run kokeshi shop with storefront and workshop along the hot spring-tour street of Nariko Onsen. The shop displays kokeshi in every size, from traditional Nariko styles to modern designs that complement contemporary interiors. The time spent comparing and selecting—appreciating the distinctive squeaky sound the traditional Nariko kokeshi makes when you turn its head and admiring the subtle hand-painted expressions unique to each doll—warms the heart, whether you're a kokeshi enthusiast or not. The attached workshop means you may encounter craftsmen at their lathes if timing aligns. Whether you both choose matching kokeshi as a travel memento, search for gifts for loved ones, or simply enjoy shopping in this wonderfully retro hot spring town, this is a shop where souvenirs feel just right.

Tips

A few minutes' walk from Nariko Onsen Station, located along the hot spring-tour street. Popular designs may sell out—remember that meeting your perfect kokeshi is a once-in-a-lifetime encounter. Small kokeshi dolls are available at reasonable prices, and gift wrapping is available. Confirm business days and hours in advance for peace of mind.