The Daruma - Series #1
The Daruma - Series #1
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Behind the design
Behind the design
The Story of Our Daruma Collection
The Story of Our Daruma Collection
What is a daruma?
- A daruma is a rounded papier-mâché figure modeled after Bodhidharma, the founder of Zen Buddhism
- In Japanese culture, this doll serves as a lucky charm, where one eye is colored in when setting a goal, and the other when the goal is achieved
- It stands as a symbol embodying persistence and resilience
Why are there four objects beneath each daruma?
- Each of the four objects reflects an essential trait, memory, or treasured aspect of the daruma's character
- These objects give a quick glimpse into its identity and its story
What is the story behind this series?
- This series respects the traditional daruma look
- We wanted to give it an intense and piercing gaze, and strangely it makes you want to stare at it
- We introduce pop-culture variations to make the daruma playful while preserving its deeper significance
- We like to think that the collection could serve as a cultural bridge, inviting anime and pop culture fans to explore Japanese daruma's rich history and spiritual meaning
How are the objects chosen?
- We pick objects that express the unique personality of each character
- When we see these objects, we should instantaneously guess who the daruma is
- They also reflect our personal bond with the characters, so maybe your objects could be slightly different (then let us know)
What special touches did we add to this series?
- The 30×40cm poster sacrifices our logo for pure design harmony, we chose art over branding :)
- The eyebrows are shaped like cranes (more hidden symbols can be discovered on the Classical Daruma page)
- We crafted a special texture throughout the design that echoes the traditional papier-mâché feel of real daruma dolls
Materials & Printing
Materials & Printing
📐 Available in 3 sizes: 30×40 cm, 50×70 cm, and 70×100 cm.
The initial design is always created for the 70×100 cm format, then thoughtfully adapted to smaller sizes to preserve the integrity and visual balance of the artwork.
🖨️ Printed on thick, high-quality matte paper (200 gsm / 80 lb, 0.26 mm) that’s sturdy yet flexible enough to be shipped in a tube or triangular package. The surface is smooth, non-reflective, and soft to the touch, perfect for showcasing every detail.
🎨 The print is incredibly sharp at all sizes, with crisp lines and vibrant colors.
🌱 Made with FSC-certified paper from sustainably sourced materials.
🌍 We print and ship your poster as close to you as possible, with carefully selected partners, for faster delivery and lower environmental impact:
- Orders from Europe and North America are usually printed within their region
- Orders from Japan are typically printed in South Korea. We are currently exploring options for local printing in Japan, feel free to contact us if you'd like to know more
- Orders from other countries may be printed and shipped from one of the regions above, depending on availability.
📦 Ships within 2 to 5 business days after order confirmation.
Shipping & Processing
Shipping & Processing
Processing Time
All orders are processed within 1 to 3 business days after receiving your order confirmation email.
Shipping Rates
We offer simple flat rate with free shipping over 100 € / $100
- Europe: 5.99 €
- United States: $5.99
- Rest of the world: 8.99 €
Free shipping threshold is calculated based on the equivalent of € in your local currency at checkout.
Estimated Shipping Times (Once Order Fulfilled)
- Europe, North America: 5–7 business days
- Rest of the world: 9–20 business days (feel free to contact us for a more precise timeframe depending on your country; we’ll also keep you updated as soon as possible)
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