The Takashi Murakami "Mononoke" Kyoto "Gozan no Okuribi" PVC Figure Makes Its Debut as a Furusato Nozei Gift from Kyoto City!

Takashi Murakami’s Soft Vinyl Figure, Inspired by Kyoto’s Summer Tradition “Gozan no Okuribi,” is Now Available as a Furusato Nozei Gift from Kyoto City.

“Gozan no Okuribi” is a traditional event held annually on August 16th in the mountains of Kyoto to send off the spirits of ancestors. The event features five grand fires: the “Dai” character illuminated on Higashiyama, “Myo” and “Ho” characters on Matsugasaki, the “Funagata” (ship shape) on Nishigamo, the “Left Dai” character on Daikokuyama, and the “Toriigata” (shrine gate shape) on Saga. These five fires create a mesmerizing spectacle that lights up the summer night sky in Kyoto.

This historical tradition has been uniquely transformed into character-inspired figures by Takashi Murakami. Each figure reflects the symbols and shapes of the Gozan fires, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail. The figures offer a way to enjoy this cherished tradition, often lovingly referred to as “Okuribi” or “Daimonji-san” by locals, right in the palm of your hand.

We invite you to seize this opportunity to own a piece of Kyoto’s history and tradition reimagined through Murakami’s distinct artistic lens.

Donation Amount: ¥260,000
The “Daimonji-sama” figure is inspired by the “Daimonji” fire. The “Daimonji Okuribi” is registered as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Kyoto City, and this figure was created to represent this traditional event. The “Daimonji” fire is lit on Mount Nyoigatake in Higashiyama.
Production Year: 2024
Dimensions: H250 × W161 × D162 mm
Includes a Handwritten Signature and Serial Number

Donation Amount: ¥260,000
The “Myoho-sama” figure is inspired by the “Myoho” fire. The “Matsugasaki Myoho Okuribi” is registered as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Kyoto City, and this figure was created to represent this traditional event. The character “Myo” is lit on Nishiyama (Mantoro-yama) in Matsugasaki, while the character “Ho” is lit on Higashiyama (Daikokuten-yama) in Matsugasaki.
Production Year: 2024
Dimensions: H245 × W178 × D123 mm
Includes a Handwritten Signature and Serial Number

Donation Amount: ¥260,000
The “Funagata-sama” figure is inspired by the “Funagata” fire. The “Funagata Mantoro Okuribi” is registered as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Kyoto City, and this figure was created to represent this traditional event. The “Funagata” fire is lit on Myokengamine in Nishigamo and is also known as the “Spirit Boat.”
Production Year: 2024
Dimensions: H245 × W164 × D147 mm
Includes a Handwritten Signature and Serial Number

Donation Amount: ¥260,000
The “Left Daimonji-sama” figure is inspired by the “Left Daimonji” fire. The “Left Daimonji Okuribi” is registered as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Kyoto City, and this figure was created to represent this traditional event. The Left Daimonji fire is lit on Daimonjiyama in Okita-yama.
Production Year: 2024
Dimensions: H250 × W176 × D136 mm
Includes a Handwritten Signature and Serial Number

Donation Amount: ¥260,000
The “Torii-gata-sama” figure is inspired by the “Torii-gata” fire. The “Torii-gata Matsuage Okuribi” is registered as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Kyoto City, and this figure was created to represent this traditional event. The “Torii-gata” fire is lit on Mandara-yama in Sagatoriimoto.
Production Year: 2024
Dimensions: H250 × W132 × D129 mm
Includes a Handwritten Signature and Serial Number

More New Gifts Coming Soon

We plan to continue offering items that further showcase the charm of Kyoto as Furusato Nozei gifts.

Please stay tuned for more exciting offerings.

Contact Information:

For inquiries regarding this press release and the gifts:
Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd.
https://www.kaikaikiki.co.jp/contact/

For inquiries regarding Furusato Nozei:
JTB Furusato Nozei Call Center
TEL: 050-3146-8897

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