MONOCLE

Darumas

Long believed to assure happiness, prosperity and ward off misfortune, Daruma dolls are an age-old Japanese artefact that we’ve carefully updated in three Monocle-minded forms. These papier-mâché pals trace their lineage to the Daruma temple in the city of Takasaki, north of Tokyo, where they were first manufactured in the 1800s. Believers colour in the doll’s left eye to request something, then the right eye when the prayer is fulfilled. Best wishes for the new year from Monochan, Shibachan and Porkychan.

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Monochan Daruma

£30

You may have seen Monochan at our global events but now you have the chance to own a miniature edition of our mascot. We have transformed this traditional Japanese wishing doll, purported to keep you focused on achieving your goals, into a special Monocle ornament that’s hand-painted in Japan.

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Shibachan Daruma

£30

Make a New Year’s resolution with our latest decorative daruma, a Japanese wishing doll. Based on a breed of dog called a Shiba Inu, it brings 2018 – the year of the dog, no less – to a comforting close and creates a sense of anticipation for 2019.