今井だるま店 NAYA

Culture and craft

Imai Daruma NAYA is a workshop carrying on the tradition of Takasaki daruma. Skilled artisans craft expressive figures, from classic red dolls to colorful contemporary designs.

Takasaki daruma have long been cherished in Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, as symbols of good fortune. Imai Daruma NAYA preserves the handcraft behind these figures while bringing fresh colors to a tradition of wishes and perseverance.

The eyebrows evoke cranes, the beard evokes turtles, and the rounded figure represents rising again after a fall. The workshop brings these meanings into colorful pieces for gifting and everyday display.