神奈川県·工芸品
Daisen Koma (Daisen Spinning Top)
When spun in your palm, it produces a low, pleasant humming sound. Its vibrant colors and rustic texture bring joy just by looking at it. The Daisen Koma is a local folk toy that has been cherished alongside pilgrimages to Mount Daisen. Its origins date back to the Edo period, gaining popularity as a souvenir for pilgrims as the worship of Mount Daisen spread. Painted in three colors—vermilion, purple, and indigo—it is said to have been valued as a lucky charm for financial prosperity, playing on the idea of 'money circulating well.' The practice of carving a thick central shaft is an ingenious way to make the top more resistant to falling during games where tops are struck against each other. The traditional techniques, with each piece handcrafted by artisans, are still carefully passed down today. It is a wonderful Daisen souvenir, perfect as both a child's toy and a good luck charm.
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