Year of the Animal Kokeshi Dolls

Explore our exclusive collection of Year of the Animal Kokeshi Dolls, celebrating the 12 birth year animals of the zodiac with beautifully handcrafted detail. Each piece is hand carved and painted in Japan, with complimentary Japanese-style gift wrapping available.

Celebrating the Zodiac Through Traditional Craft

Year of the Animal Kokeshi Dolls are inspired by the twelve animal cycle associated with birth years, with each design representing a different zodiac sign. Made in northern Japan from cherry or mizuki wood, these dolls are carefully carved and hand painted by skilled craftsmen. Blending symbolic meaning with traditional kokeshi artistry, they make thoughtful and personal keepsakes.

A Personalised Birthday Gift with Meaning

Ideal for marking a special birthday, these zodiac kokeshi dolls offer a unique way to honour someone’s birth year. Discover animal year kokeshi, zodiac wooden dolls and traditional Japanese birthday gifts, all available with free Japanese-style gift wrapping for a memorable finishing touch.