Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tanuki Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Raccoon Dog Katsurahama DR650 Chopstick holder Small scratch

Small scratch

Contains 8 incense coils

This uniquely shaped vase looks normal on one side

painted with blue flowers and leaves in a winding vine design

33 cm long x 48

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tanuki Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Raccoon Dog Katsurahama DR650 Chopstick holder Small scratchVtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu from Kochi. This dorei is in the shape of a raccoon dog (tanuki) tilting its head. The face and belly are painted, and a Japanese phrase is on the belly. There is a black clay ball inside, as well as a blue string and a paper tag tied at the top. Dorei bells have a long history and have been used in festivals and ceremonies since the Jomon period (about 13000 to