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Story of the Daruma Doll

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Best Daruma Dolls to Buy in October 2025

1 TOKYO ART Traditional Japanese Daruma Dolls Set of 7 Good Luck Charms Gift Set Known for Bringing Good Fortune

TOKYO ART Traditional Japanese Daruma Dolls Set of 7 Good Luck Charms Gift Set Known for Bringing Good Fortune

  • PREMIUM JAPANESE PAPER DESIGN FOR QUALITY AND ELEGANCE.
  • COMPACT SIZE: PERFECT FOR GIFTS AND EASY STORAGE.
  • SECURE PACKAGING: INCLUDES PP BAG AND BOXED FOR PROTECTION.
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$27.00
TOKYO ART Traditional Japanese Daruma Dolls Set of 7 Good Luck Charms Gift Set Known for Bringing Good Fortune
2 Japanese Daruma Doll 4.7" (Red) – Takasaki Handmade Lucky Charm | Goal Setting, Gift, Traditional Craft from Japan

Japanese Daruma Doll 4.7" (Red) – Takasaki Handmade Lucky Charm | Goal Setting, Gift, Traditional Craft from Japan

  • AUTHENTIC JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP: HANDCRAFTED IN TAKASAKI CITY.

  • SYMBOL OF GOOD LUCK: IDEAL FOR GOAL-SETTING AND MOTIVATION.

  • EXCLUSIVE PACKAGING: COMES IN AN ORIGINAL TAKASAKI DARUMADOLL BOX.

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$21.50
Japanese Daruma Doll 4.7" (Red) – Takasaki Handmade Lucky Charm | Goal Setting, Gift, Traditional Craft from Japan
3 Daimonya Daruma Doll - Made in Japan - 4.7" Good Luck & Well Wishes (Red)

Daimonya Daruma Doll - Made in Japan - 4.7" Good Luck & Well Wishes (Red)

  • HANDCRAFTED IN JAPAN: AUTHENTIC, MULTI-GENERATIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP.
  • UNIQUE DECOR: 4.7 TALL, PERFECT FOR ANY DESK OR SHELF SPACE.
  • GOOD FORTUNE CHARM: SUPPORTS GOALS, GRATITUDE, AND ZEN CULTURE.
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$29.99
Daimonya Daruma Doll - Made in Japan - 4.7" Good Luck & Well Wishes (Red)
4 Darumadoll 3.7inch Tall (Red), Traditional Crafts, Handcrafted in Japan

Darumadoll 3.7inch Tall (Red), Traditional Crafts, Handcrafted in Japan

  • HANDCRAFTED JAPANESE PAPER MACHE FOR AUTHENTIC QUALITY AND CHARM.
  • RICH CULTURAL HERITAGE: 200 YEARS OF TAKASAKI DARUMADOLL TRADITION.
  • SYMBOL OF GOOD LUCK: PERFECT FOR GOAL-SETTING AND MOTIVATION!
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$15.90
Darumadoll 3.7inch Tall (Red), Traditional Crafts, Handcrafted in Japan
5 EDOYA Daruma Dolls (Set of 7) Japanese Good Luck Fortune Multicolor Figurine Ornament Traditional Charms

EDOYA Daruma Dolls (Set of 7) Japanese Good Luck Fortune Multicolor Figurine Ornament Traditional Charms

  • CHARMING HANDCRAFTED DARUMA DOLLS FOR UNIQUE HOME DECOR!

  • SET OF 7 VIBRANT COLORS TO BRIGHTEN ANY ROOM'S AESTHETIC!

  • LIGHTWEIGHT AND EASY TO CARE FOR-PERFECT FOR ANY DISPLAY!

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$29.99
EDOYA Daruma Dolls (Set of 7) Japanese Good Luck Fortune Multicolor Figurine Ornament Traditional Charms
6 TOKYO ART Traditional Japanese Takasaki Daruma Doll 4.7inch Tall, Traditional Crafts, Handcrafted in Japan Good Luck Charms Gift Known for Bringing Good Fortune (Red)

TOKYO ART Traditional Japanese Takasaki Daruma Doll 4.7inch Tall, Traditional Crafts, Handcrafted in Japan Good Luck Charms Gift Known for Bringing Good Fortune (Red)

  • HANDCRAFTED JAPANESE TALISMAN SYMBOLIZING LUCK & PERSEVERANCE.
  • UNIQUE DARUMA DOLL FESTIVAL TRADITION ENHANCES GOAL ACHIEVEMENT.
  • EYE-CATCHING 4.7 X 3.6 X 3.9 INCH DESIGN FITS ANY DECOR.
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$25.00
TOKYO ART Traditional Japanese Takasaki Daruma Doll 4.7inch Tall, Traditional Crafts, Handcrafted in Japan Good Luck Charms Gift Known for Bringing Good Fortune (Red)
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Named after an ancient Chinese Zen Master, Bodidharma, who lost the use of his arms and legs after sitting nine years meditating in a cave, the Daruma Doll is a symbol of his self-discipline and positive outlook. Its weighted bottom and rounded shape forces this ancient cultural doll to right itself after being knocked over, teaching us to be dedicated and persistent and symbolizing our recoveries from misfortune.

The Daruma doll comes with both eyes blank. Upon purchasing or receiving it as a gift, you paint one eye and make a wish or begin a new project. The second eye is painted when the wish comes true or the project is completed.

The doll is usually garnished with the Japanese character for good luck. Because of this, many politicians purchase a Daruma before starting their campaigns and color in the second eye when they win their election. In the Far East the Daruma doll is considered an effective results tool. It is also a wonderful tool to teach school-aged children the importance of setting and achieving goals while introducing them to ancient and foreign cultures.

The dolls can be purchased anytime but are often purchased around the holidays, especially in Japan when they are purchased during "oshogatsu" or Japanese New Year. Most are kept for only 1 year when they are collected and burned and blessed by a priest in a ritual called "daruma kuyo".

The Pond Doc is celebrating this rich Japanese tradition by carrying the Daruma as an 8" doll or as 4" ornaments for the tree. A shorter version of the Daruma Doll Story comes with each doll and ornament so that whoever you give them to will also know the rich traditions accompanying the doll.

These dolls make excellent gifts for Christmas, for the New Year and all year long. They are great for the classroom.