Daruma 15cm - Red

The red Daruma — Japan's most iconic symbol of good fortune, perseverance, and the courage to begin.

Red is the original and most traditional Daruma colour, symbolising good fortune, success, and family harmony. It is the colour most associated with Bodhidharma, the Buddhist monk whose nine years of meditation inspired the Daruma's form — and the one most commonly placed on a shelf, a desk, or a shop counter at the start of a new year, a new venture, or a new chapter.

Daruma dolls are enduring emblems of resolve, embodying the spirit of goal-setting and resilience in the face of life's challenges. In Japanese tradition, these hollow, round figures carry a special ritual. When setting a goal, one paints the left eye (right as viewed), symbolising a clear intention and commitment. Upon achieving the goal, the second eye is painted, completing the journey.

As you fill in each eye, take a mindful moment to transfer your hopes and aspirations into the Daruma — an act that transforms it from a simple ornament into a personal symbol of determination and purpose.

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Product details:

• Colour: Red — good fortune, success, family harmony
• Size: W14 × H15 cm
• Material: Paper maché (traditional hand-painted)
• Made in Japan

Perfect as a meaningful gift or a personal motivator, a Daruma doll is more than decoration — it's a companion in your journey towards growth and fulfilment.