THE BIG HORSE
THE BIG HORSE
FIGURINE FOR 2026
YEAR OF THE HORSE
MATERIAL : Paper
SIZE : H. 20,5 x W. 9 x D. 19 cm
To bring the hariko figurines to life, artisans use wet washi paper, which they gently tap onto wooden molds. Then, a bit of glue is applied. Once the paper is dry, an incision is made to extract the shape from the wood. To decorate it, the figurine is coated with nikawa, an adhesive obtained by boiling natural products. The artisan applies a layer of gofun, a preparation made from crushed shells, which gives it its immaculate whiteness. The final touch: a hand-painted colorful motif by the artisan. To make the figurine stronger, multiple layers of washi paper are layered on top of each other.
Thanks to the multiple layers of washi paper used, hariko figurines are highly malleable, allowing artisans to shape them into elegant forms.
Made in Japan
2026 YEAR OF THE HORSE
YEAR OF THE HORSE : a surge of passion and energy
The HORSE, the seventh animal in the Japanese zodiac, is a symbol of momentum, freedom, determination and movement. It embodies independence of spirit, vitality and boldness.
People born in the Year of the Horse are intelligent and fabulous speakers. Their goal in life is to seek individual freedom and happiness.