Formed with Tōso and Covered with Cloth in Kimekomi Method "Forget-me-not"

H 38.5 cm,Year.2025
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Kayoko Itai

  • Dolls
  • Awarded once at the Japan Kōgei Assoc. Exhibition
  • Price Range $1,000 - 1,500
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Description

  • Category
    Dolls
  • Materials
  • Dimensions
    H 38.5 cm
  • Year presented
    2025
  • Rarity
    Unique

Techniques Used

Tōso dolls

Tōso dolls (tōso ningyō) are made of a modeling compound called tōso (a mixture of paulownia sawdust and paste) attached to a core of solid paulownia. Tōso can be freely fashioned while soft to produce all manner of forms. The molded forms are thoroughly dried before use to ensure that they won’t warp.

Kimekomi

Fabric is tightly tucked into narrow grooves on the doll’s torso. The grooves are cut to align with the seams of the outfit and an adhesive is applied to secure the fabric in place. In addition to securing the outfit, kimekomi is used to create subtle details on the final outfit.

Selected exhibitions

  • The 32nd Dolls Traditional Kōgei Exhibition (2025)
  • Selected
photo Formed with Tōso and Covered with Cloth in Kimekomi Method "Forget-me-not"
Formed with Tōso and Covered with Cloth in Kimekomi Method "Forget-me-not" Kayoko Itai
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