Akabeko Red Lucky Cow Figurine Handcrafted Japanese Home Decor Small soft candy and shea butter

and shea butter

known for their simple shape and warm

Garnishes include beef

This Japan-made ladle is ideal for various uses in the kitchen

This dressing also contains an acquired taste that comes from Japanese wasabi horseradish

Akabeko Red Lucky Cow Figurine Handcrafted Japanese Home Decor Small soft candy and shea butterAkabeko is a traditional folk craft from the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. It is made from lightweight papier mch and shaped like a cow. Aka means red, and beko is the local dialect word for cow. Akabeko's most distinctive feature is the gently bobbing head, which moves when touched. It is widely known as a symbolic decorative object often displayed as a cultural keepsake or souvenir. Each piece is hand finished by artisans, so small variations