Isetan Shinjuku will be holding the "Sato Eitaro Kokeshi and Wooden Dolls Exhibition - 80 Years of History" from March 6th to 12th, which will bring together traditional kokeshi dolls and wooden dolls created by kokeshi craftsman Sato Eitaro.

Wooden Dolls - From left: Tenpyo Flowers - A Small Wish - (9 sun) 324,000 yen including tax; Tenpyo Flowers - Totenkou - (1 shaku 4 bu) 410,400 yen including tax; Woman in Plum Small Pattern (1 shaku 1 sun 3 bu) 734,400 yen including tax

The Togatta Onsen area at the foot of Mount Zao in Miyagi Prefecture is a famous production area of traditional kokeshi dolls. Kokeshi craftsman Eitaro Sato has been involved in making traditional kokeshi dolls in Togatta since his teens. Known as a "legend in the kokeshi world," Sato learned from the ancient works of his grandfather and father, both accomplished craftsmen, and developed his own free-spirited, unrestrained style. Sato's "Wooden Doll: Flowers of the Tempyo Era" and "Woman in Plum Small Pattern" are captivating works of art.

Sato's traditional kokeshi and wooden dolls are currently only available at his own studio, "Kobo Kime," in Togatta Onsen. His first solo exhibition in 25 years at Isetan Shinjuku will feature a wide selection of his works. He will be present from March 6th to 10th, and a talk show will be held on March 9th at 3:00 PM.

Whether you're a kokeshi collector or not, this is a rare opportunity not to be missed for lovers of traditional Japanese culture and craftsmanship.