{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-konoha-monkey-figurine-93830","title":"Japanese Konoha Monkey Figurine","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming vintage Konoha Monkey (Konohazaru) clay figurine from Kumamoto, Japan, featuring distinctive red, blue, and white painted details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional Japanese folk art object depicts a mother monkey holding a smaller monkey, a design known as Kodaki-zaru (Child-Holding Monkey).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts beautifully simplified form, earthy clay surface, and expressive hand-painted decoration give the piece a striking sculptural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKonoha Monkey figurines are traditional folk crafts originating in the Konoha area of Kumamoto Prefecture. Historically associated with protection from misfortune, the child-holding monkey is also regarded as a symbol of family happiness and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back bears a Japanese maker's mark reading \"木の葉猿\" (Konoha Monkey).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its unusual proportions and colorful geometric details, this small sculpture makes a distinctive addition to a collection of Japanese folk art, vintage ceramics, or thoughtfully curated interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003e\n- Origin: Kumamoto, Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n- Type: Konoha Monkey (Konohazaru \/ Kodaki-zaru)\u003cbr\u003e\n- Era: Vintage\u003cbr\u003e\n- Material: Clay\u003cbr\u003e\n- Height: 10 cm \/ 3.94 in\u003cbr\u003e\n- Width: 5 cm \/ 1.97 in\u003cbr\u003e\n- Marking: \"木の葉猿\" on the back\u003cbr\u003e\n- Color: Earthy brown with red, blue, and white painted details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition. The figurine is beautifully preserved, with no noticeable damage. Please refer to the photographs for its individual surface characteristics and condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes one Konoha Monkey figurine only. Lifestyle photographs are for styling reference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67845888868659,"sku":null,"price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/Photoroom_20261031_163804.jpg?v=1793446866","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-japanese-konoha-monkey-figurine-93830","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}