Vintage · Made in Japan · one of one

Japanese folk toy

Kubi-furi Tora Papier-mâché Tiger

This large Kubi-furi Tora is a traditional Japanese papier-mâché tiger that turns its head, bringing a vibrant, charismatic presence to your living space. Handcrafted using traditional techniques, this folk toy is known for its charming expression and bold, distinctive coloring. The tiger, or Tora, has been a central motif in Japanese folklore for centuries, serving as a powerful guardian against misfortune and illness. The Kubi-furi Tora, or nodding tiger, is a classic example of local folk art—a piece intended to offer protection and vitality to a household. Its movable head is designed to respond to the slightest movement of air, creating an impression of life and alertness that makes it a lively companion on a shelf or display table. Living with this tiger means inviting a classic piece of Japanese craft tradition into your home. It acts as a focal point that rewards a closer look, revealing the care and skill put into its hand-painted details. Packed by hand and sent directly from our studio in Fukuoka, Japan. Each shipment is fully tracked to ensure it reaches you securely. Each piece is a single, unique object; once this tiger finds its home, there is not another.

$179 Free shipping to 32 countries

Order by December 8 to make sure it arrives before Christmas.

A gift for a new baby · luck and protection · a collector · a new home

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Leaves Fukuoka within three business days by EMS, with tracking.

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What buyers say · ★★★★★ on Etsy

“Received updates regarding the item I purchased and when it arrived could tell that it was packed with care; my fragile ceramic bunny arrived in perfect condition! A wonderful purchase and I would buy from this shop again”

Jessica · United States

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“Item was as described and in photos shown. Excellent quality. Seller very knowledgable and took the time to explain everything”

Tiang N. · Australia

• Made in Japan. Made in Japan, found in Japan, and sent to you from Fukuoka.
• One of one. This exact piece, photographed in our studio in Fukuoka.
• Returns within 14 days of delivery. Not right? Send it back as it came and we refund the full price, return postage included.
• Packed safely, sent by EMS within three business days, fully insured, with tracking.

Duties, checkout and extras

• ★ 5.0 on Etsy · Star Seller. Read the reviews ↗
• Import tax. It depends on your country; if any is due, it is collected on delivery.
• Secure checkout by Stripe — cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay. No account needed.
• Two pieces, one parcel. Each extra piece in the same order is $15 off at checkout.
• Orders of $200 or more travel with a gift to keep: Japanese chopsticks with a rest in a paulownia box, or a Nara kaya-cloth handkerchief.