ARIRA PORCELAIN PARK IN MILANO 2015
BY SAGA PREFECTURE

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ARIRA PORCELAIN PARK IN MILANO 2015 BY SAGA PREFECTURE

These capsules contain the breathe of the future of Arita porcelain. In 1616, the artisans who created Arita porcelain as Japan's first form of ceramics showed the beauty of their elaborate techniques to royalty and aristocracy in Europe. Today, Arita porcelain is verging on a major transformation. With the last 400 years as "Episode 1," the artisans of Arita porcelain are not settling solely for the traditions that have been built up in the past, and have begun to weave "Episode 2," a new story of striving to create novel crafts matched to modern times.The capsuletoys with pieces of Arita porcelain insideappear at ExpoMilano.These capsules contain special pieces handcrafted by 16 artisans in Arita who bear the future of the art. The pieces depict the future vision of Arita to be shown in Milan. Saga prefecture wants you to hold in your own hand the world-class traditional techniques and new bud that has sprung forth in Arita porcelain.

ARITA PORCELAIN MILANO

A total of 2016 capsules have been created as a tribute to the year 2016 that makes 400 years since the establishment of the art. The capsules contain special Arita porcelain pieces crafted by16 students from the Arita College of Ceramics and specially-selected items made in Arita kilns.

Student-made products

●Arita Sarayama Artisans Dolls<br> <br> These are miniature porcelain dolls that were crafted with Arita porcelain concepts for a souvenir. We created eight types of mascot figures of artisans carrying wares on their shoulder or at the potter’s wheel, for example, based on the Illustrated Map Platter of Sometsuke Arita Sarayama Artisans in which a scene of artisans at work is depicted within the perfect division of labor system in Edo Japan.

Arita Sarayama
Artisans Dolls


SATORU NIINAI

MEGUMI HASHIOKA

YUKARI OOGUSHI

●Porcelain Fragment Ornament<br> <br> Unglazed fragments from pottery wares that broke during the creation process and become unusable before they are fired are given a breath of new life. Gold-dusted lacquer is painted onto the broken edges of the fragment with the traditional Japanese kintsugi technique that beautifully accentuates broken lines, creating a stunning expression. The pattern depicts each individual involved in the Arita porcelain processes, such as shaping the piece on the potter’s wheel and drawing on the design. This small piece of Arita porcelain can be carried with you always, as a bag or cell phone trinket or pendant around your neck.

Porcelain Fragment
Ornament


RINA YANO
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●Sueyama Shrine Koma-inu Guardian Dogs(A-Un)<br> <br> Koma-inu guardian dogs are statues placed on either side of a shrine entrance or in front of the sanctuary to ward off evil. They are usually made of stone, but Tozan Shrine in Arita that is dedicated to the pottery master Yi Sam-pyeon has ones made of porcelain, distinctive of a pottery town. They were made with care given to the unique expression of porcelain that cannot be seen at other shrines. This miniature koma-inu was made with the hope that it would be your ticket to Arita and inspire you to go and see the actual beautiful porcelain koma-inu at Sueyama Shrine.

Sueyama Shrine
Koma-inu Guardian
Dogs(A-Un)


ANNA NAGANUMA

●Hina Doll<br> <br> Hinamatsuri is a traditional Japanese festival to pray for girls to grow in good health. Praying for healthy growth of children is universal to all countries. Because of this, I thought people around the world would be able to understand Hina dolls. Soil from the Arita dam was used and blue and white glaze was used to draw the design. I emphasized use of distinctive Arita elements to create this piece.

Hina Doll


CHIHIRO BESSHO

●White Porcelain Sake Cup<br> <br> This sake cup highlights the translucent white color of white porcelain that is a main feature of Arita porcelain wares. Each of the 40 one-of-a-kind pieces with their own unique shape was carefully crafted one by one with great care towards practical utility. Enjoy Japanese sake in a Japanese cup as a dinnertime drink to suit your meal.

White Porcelain
Sake Cup


DAISUKE MATSUNAGA

●Tebineri Sake Cup<br> <br> I sense a distinctive inorganic and expressionless tension in porcelain. While that is also a strength of porcelain, I did not want to create porcelain with this hard sensation; rather, I wanted to create soft porcelain produced by the flexibility of the earth. To achieve this, I used the tebineri hand-building technique to create this sake cup. Each finger mark is an etching of the momentary sentiment of the creator, and the resulting complex expression sparks a lively shine in the cup. This cup gives a sense of warmth when you look at it, touch it, and use it.

Tebineri Sake Cup


HAYATO IIDA
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●Saga-mon Shikake Sake Cup<br> <br> This piece was based on a Shirei-hai sake cup that has been made in China since long ago. A Shirei-hai is a special type of sake cup in which dolls pop out when the sake is poured into it. I used this special trick to make a sake cup that lets you enjoy the charms of Saga. The exterior is a design depicting a balloon in flight over Saga, based on the SAGA International Balloon Fiesta, an international event held in Saga each year. The ball inside contains drawings of various Saga specialties that can be seen when traveling through the prefecture. I hope this cup with a special trick instills wonder about what type of place Saga is.

Saga-mon Shikake Sake Cup


HAYATO IIDA
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●Fossil Chopstick Rest<br> <br> Many pottery fragments can be found here in Arita. Some are quite new, but some were made 400 years ago. While these fragments no longer have their original shape, they still retain the luster from the moment they were placed in the kiln. Similarly, the pieces we craft today will remain for hundreds of years. Perhaps pottery can be considered fossils created by humans. Those fossils hold the sentiment of their creator. That sentiment that is preserved over oceans and time can be traced back to our current moment in Arita.

Fossil Chopstick Rest


HITOSHI YOSHINO
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●Pitcher<br> <br> I wanted to make something for the capsule that was the most practical item and the item that is most constantly used in daily life. I felt that there is a sense of Arita that you can feel when objects blend into ordinary life. The spout was carefully shaped to reduce dripping, thoroughly pursuing great usability. I hope this pitcher will be used for milk or salad dressing.

Pitcher


HITOSHI YOSHINO
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●Egg Dish<br> <br> Arita porcelain was once made from pottery stones from the Izumiyama quarry, but as time went on, the raw material was shifted to better quality Amakusa stone. However, the supply of Amakusa stone is not limitless. The time will eventually come when the source of raw materials must be changed. Although the material will change, the spirit of us in Arita will not. With that in mind, I aim to create a new material using mixed kaolin that will become the new Arita white. I hope this piece will be used as a cup for drinking Japanese sake, egg stand, or accessory holder.

Egg Dish


HITOSHI YOSHINO
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●Eggshell Dish<br> <br> This dish was made from translucent kaolin with a kaolin layering technique that was developed by searching for a beautiful expression by peeling away the outer layers of kaolin. This new Arita porcelain shape can be enjoyed as a cup for drinking Japanese sake or beautiful decorative piece.

Eggshell Dish


HITOSHI YOSHINO
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●Skele cup<br> <br> There is a special type of cup for tasting sake called a “tastevin” that a sommelier hangs from his or her neck. This was remade into a cup for Japanese sake and fashion piece. I hope this sake cup will be used to enjoy Japanese sake should the opportunity arise.

Skele cup


HITOSHI YOSHINO
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●Gourd Magnet<br> <br> Gourds are popular in Japan as a symbol of bringing good luck and warding off bad luck and evil, and bringing prosperity to business and descendants. This gourd has been painted with a traditional Arita pattern and fitted with a magnet. See, use, and enjoy this traditional Japanese form and pattern in your home or workplace.

Gourd Magnet


PARK CHAEWON
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HIROYUKI TSUJI

●Rice Bowl Magnet<br> <br> Rice bowls are an essential dining tool for Japanese daily life. This gourd has been painted with a traditional Arita pattern and fitted with a magnet. See, use,and enjoy this traditional Japanese form and pattern in your home or workplace.

Rice Bowl Magnet


PARK CHAEWON
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HIROYUKI TSUJI

●Magnet Pot / Jug /Round Flower/Side Flower<br> <br> Arita porcelain was once taken overseas to amaze the people of Europe and beautifully decorated the palace. It remains a source of pride for Japanese people. However, maybe few people in Europe know that this style is actually Arita porcelain. We created these magnets to revive knowledge of the Arita origin based on motifs of the shapes of pots and other objects that once decorated the palace. Stick them on your refrigerator or somewhere else to enjoy traditional Japanese patterns such as woven patterns and flower-bird patterns each day while pondering about Arita off in the distance.

Magnet Pot / Jug /
Round Flower /
Side Flower


KUMIKO YADA
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SHINO TAKAHASHI

●Small Dish<br> <br> Small dishes are so cute that you will want to collect them. I created a design that depicts the elaborate beauty of Arita porcelain in that tiny world. Plates only become plates when something is placed on top of them, and patterns sometimes do not match or actually interfere with the plate’s contents. I made this small dish white porcelain on the upper side and created a design on the underside with cherry blossoms that are the flower that represents Japan. Translucent kaolin was used so that light shining onto the dish makes the red paint of the cherry blossoms stand out, creating a nighttime cherry blossom atmosphere.

Small Dish
　


KUMIKO YADA
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●First Mt. Fuji, Second<br>Hawks, Third Eggplants Small Plate<br> <br> In Japan, there is a saying “first Mt. Fuji, second hawks, third eggplants” that refers to the order of visions that are considered lucky if they appear in one’s first dream of the year. This small plate is infused with my wish to deliver these three auspicious objects to the people of Milan. The piece was created with a tebineri hand-building method to produce a warm handmade texture and the pattern was drawn with Arita’s traditional blue and white glaze technique.

First Mt. Fuji,
Second Hawks,
Third Eggplants
Small Plate


AKARI OOGI

HADUKI FUKUDA
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●Shippo-mon Brooch<br> <br> Shippo is a Buddhist word referring to the seven treasures: gold, silver, lapis lazuli, quartz, coral, agate, and giant clamshell. Also, the circles in the shippo pattern have been popular in Japan as a lucky pattern since ancient times for symbolizing peace and harmony. Shippo-mon is usually drawn as a pattern, but here I used plaster to create a raised pattern that adds interest. This Arita porcelain piece can be used as a fashion accessory on your clothes or bag.

Shippo-mon
Brooch


YOSHIMI MORI
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●Shippo-mon Strap<br> <br> Shippo is a Buddhist word referring to the seven treasures: gold, silver, lapis lazuli, quartz, coral, agate, and giant clamshell. Also, the circles in the shippo pattern have been popular in Japan as a lucky pattern since ancient times for symbolizing peace and harmony. Shippo-mon is usually drawn as a pattern, but here I used plaster to create a raised pattern that adds interest. This Arita accessory is a great accent for daily life, with its large size and brilliant luster.

Shippo-mon Strap


YOSHIMI MORI
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●Shippo-mon Cutlery Rest<br> <br> Shippo is a Buddhist word referring to the seven treasures: gold, silver, lapis lazuli, quartz, coral, agate, and giant clamshell. Also, the circles in the shippo pattern have been popular in Japan as a lucky pattern since ancient times for symbolizing peace and harmony. Shippo-mon is usually drawn as a pattern, but here I used plaster to create a raised pattern that adds interest. This Arita porcelain piece can be used as a cutlery rest to lay down your spoon or fork on, adding a decorative touch to your day-to-day life.

Shippo-mon Cutlery
Rest


YOSHIMI MORI
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Specially selected collection

●Gourd in blue<br> <br> Gourds are often used in Japan to bring good luck and ward off bad luck and evil.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Gourd in blue


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Gourd in red<br> <br> Gourds are often used in Japan to bring good luck and ward off bad luck and evil.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Gourd in red


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Sabikara-yaki Peanut<br> <br> A chopstick rest shaped like a peanut that is also a common finger food in Japan.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Sabikara-yaki
Peanut


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Gomafuki (Sesami) Sea Bream<br> <br> Based on the motif of a sea bream fish that is an essential part of celebrations in Japan.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Gomafuki (Sesami)
Sea Bream


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Akafuki (Red) Sea Bream<br> <br> Based on the motif of a sea bream fish that is an essential part of celebrations in Japan.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Akafuki (Red)
Sea Bream


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Mutsugoro<br> <br> This is a cute animal that lives in the Ariake Sea tidal flats in Saga Prefecture.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Mutsugoro


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Pink Pig<br> <br> Pigs are a also common motif for money boxes and symbolize wealth in Japan.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Pink Pig


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Mini Owl in blue<br> <br> Owls are familiar good luck birds in Japan as the Japanese word for owl, fukuro, is a homonym for ”no labor”and”good fortune”.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Mini Owl in blue


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Mini Owl in brown<br> <br> Owls are familiar good luck birds in Japan as the Japanese word for owl, fukuro, is a homonym for ”no labor”and”good fortune”.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Mini Owl in brown


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Mini Owl in yellow<br> <br> Owls are familiar good luck birds in Japan as the Japanese word for owl, fukuro, is a homonym for ”no labor”and”good fortune”.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Mini Owl in yellow


KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

●Maneki Kaeru (Beckoning Frog)<br> <br> The Japanese word for frog, kaeru, symbolizes safe arrival and receiving good fortune, for example, and is said to be a symbol of safe travel and bringing good luck in Japan.<br><br><br>KITAGAWA BISENGAMA

Maneki Kaeru
(Beckoning Frog)


KITAGAWA
BISENGAMA

●Mt. Fuji Magnet (blue)<br> <br> Mt. Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan. It is said to be very lucky to see it in your first dream of the new year.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mt. Fuji Magnet
(blue)


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mt. Fuji Magnet (red)<br> <br> Mt. Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan. It is said to be very lucky to see it in your first dream of the new year.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mt. Fuji Magnet
(red)


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mini Colored Carp: Set of two (red and white, tricolored)<br> <br> Carp are considered a talisman for social success based on the legend that carp climb waterfalls to become a dragon.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mini Colored Carp:
Set of two (red and
white, tricolored)


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mini Goldfish: Set of two (red and white, red)<br> <br> Goldfish are lucky charms that are said to bring economic fortune in Japan. <br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mini Goldfish: Set of
two (red and white, red)


ARITA TOUGEI

●Folded Paper Colored Crane in red<br> <br> Since ancient times in Japan, cranes have been considered a lucky bird for their great longevity.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Folded Paper Colored
Crane in red


ARITA TOUGEI

●Folded Paper Colored Crane in green<br> <br> Since ancient times in Japan, cranes have been considered a lucky bird for their great longevity.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Folded Paper Colored Crane in green


ARITA TOUGEI

●Folded Paper Colored Crane in yellow<br> <br> Since ancient times in Japan, cranes have been considered a lucky bird for their great longevity.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Folded Paper Colored Crane in yellow


ARITA TOUGEI

●Folded Paper Colored Crane in lapis lazuli<br> <br> Since ancient times in Japan, cranes have been considered a lucky bird for their great longevity.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Folded Paper Colored Crane in lapis lazuli


ARITA TOUGEI

●Folded Paper Colored Crane in white<br> <br> Since ancient times in Japan, cranes have been considered a lucky bird for their great longevity.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Folded Paper Colored Crane in white


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mini-mini Sushi Rest:Maguro<br> <br> Sushi made with fresh seafood is a traditional Japanese food that is enjoying great popularity these days.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mini-mini Sushi Rest:Maguro


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mini-mini Sushi Rest:Shrimp<br> <br> Sushi made with fresh seafood is a traditional Japanese food that is enjoying great popularity these days.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mini-mini Sushi Rest:Shrimp


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mini-mini Sushi Rest:Egg<br> <br> Sushi made with fresh seafood is a traditional Japanese food that is enjoying great popularity these days.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mini-mini Sushi
Rest:Egg


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mini-mini Sushi Rest:Sea Bream<br> <br> Sushi made with fresh seafood is a traditional Japanese food that is enjoying great popularity these days.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mini-mini Sushi
Rest:Sea Bream


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mini-mini Sushi Rest: Sea Urchin<br> <br> Sushi made with fresh seafood is a traditional Japanese food that is enjoying great popularity these days.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mini-mini Sushi Rest: Sea Urchin


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mt. Fuji Geta (red) Blue Fuji<br> <br> Japanese traditional geta clogs with a picture of Mt. Fuji that is considered auspicious.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mt. Fuji Geta (red)
Blue Fuji


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mt. Fuji Geta (white) Blue Fuji<br> <br> Japanese traditional geta clogs with a picture of Mt. Fuji that is considered auspicious.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mt. Fuji Geta
(white) Blue Fuji


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mt. Fuji Geta (yellow) Red Fuji<br> <br> Japanese traditional geta clogs with a picture of Mt. Fuji that is considered auspicious.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mt. Fuji Geta
(yellow) Red Fuji


ARITA TOUGEI

●Mt. Fuji Geta (black) Red Fuji<br> <br> Japanese traditional geta clogs with a picture of Mt. Fuji that is considered auspicious.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Mt. Fuji Geta
(black) Red Fuji


ARITA TOUGEI

●New Goldfish: Tricolor<br> <br> Goldfish are lucky charms that are said to bring economic fortune in Japan.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

New Goldfish:
Tricolor


ARITA TOUGEI

●New Goldfish: Red and White<br> <br> Goldfish are lucky charms that are said to bring economic fortune in Japan.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

New Goldfish: Red and White


ARITA TOUGEI

●Four Seasons Zori (Cherry Blossom)<br> <br> Zori are traditional Japanese sandals. These have a pattern of plants from each of the four seasons.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Four Seasons Zori (Cherry Blossom)


ARITA TOUGEI

●Four Seasons Zori (Iris)<br> <br> Zori are traditional Japanese sandals. These have a pattern of plants from each of the four seasons.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Four Seasons Zori
(Iris)


ARITA TOUGEI

●Four Seasons Zori (Autumn Leaves)<br> <br> Zori are traditional Japanese sandals. These have a pattern of plants from each of the four seasons.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Four Seasons Zori
(Autumn Leaves)


ARITA TOUGEI

●Four Seasons Zori (Camellia)<br> <br> Zori are traditional Japanese sandals. These have a pattern of plants from each of the four seasons.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

Four Seasons Zori
(Camellia)


ARITA TOUGEI

●4.5 cm Mini Ornamental Plate: Helmet<br> <br> Miniature plate with a picture of a helmet that is Japan's traditional protective gear.<br><br><br>ARITA TOUGEI

4.5 cm Mini
Ornamental Plate:
Helmet


ARITA TOUGEI

●4.5 cm Mini Ornamental Plate: Carp Streamers<br> <br> Carp streamers are hung above the garden to pray for success and health of boys. This miniature plate features a picture of a traditional Japanese custom.

4.5 cm Mini
Ornamental Plate:
Carp Streamers


ARITA TOUGEI

●Daibutsu Buddha Statue<br> <br> Daibutsu are large statues of Buddha of which many have been made in Japan since long ago to pray for peace and happiness for people.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Daibutsu Buddha
Statue


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Sumo (variety)<br> <br> Sumo is Japan's traditional martial art in which wrestlers grapple on a ring as a Shinto ritual and celebration.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Sumo (variety)


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Junihitoe<br> <br> The twelve-layered ceremonial kimono that is traditional female clothes in Japan is vivid and colorful.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Junihitoe


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Kantai<br> <br> A motif of an ancient civil servant in Japan.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Kantai


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Bride<br> <br> A doll wearing a white kimono that is the traditional Japanese wedding costume of a bride.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Bride


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Groom<br> <br> A doll wearing a hakama with the family crest that is the traditional Japanese wedding costume of a groom.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Groom


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Seahorse (green)<br> <br> In Japan, seahorses are carried as a talisman for easy childbirth.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Seahorse (green)


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Seahorse (blue)<br> <br> In Japan, seahorses are carried as a talisman for easy childbirth.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Seahorse (blue)


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Ebisu<br> <br> Ebisu is one of the seven deities of good fortune. It is the deity of prosperous business.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Ebisu


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Daikoku<br> <br> Daikoku is one of the seven deities of good fortune. It is the deity for an abundant harvest.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Daikoku


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Juro<br> <br> Juro is one of the seven deities of good fortune. It is the deity for a long and happy life.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Juro


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Benten<br> <br> Benten is one of the seven deities of good fortune. It is the deity of learning, virtue, and crafts.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Benten


KOSUZU TOUGEI

●Hotei<br> <br> Hotei is one of the seven deities of good fortune. It is the deity of flourishing business.<br><br><br>KOSUZU TOUGEI

Hotei


KOSUZU TOUGEI