Akabeko

I made Akabeko's plastic model "Bekopla", which has been a hot topic in some areas! [Fukushima Prefecture]

One day in September 2024, there was talk on news sites and social media about the release of a plastic model of Akabeko, a traditional craft from the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture.

Aoiwa2024.09.26

Traditional crafts

Why was the traditional craft "Akabeko" born? Explore the origin and history! [Fukushima Prefecture]

Akabeko is a traditional craft with an adorable swaying neck. Many people may know it because of its distinctive appearance and name. Just "Why...

HiroyukiOka2022.05.05

Traditional crafts

Learn the meaning and paintings of Aizu's local toy "Akabeko" as a lucky charm [Fukushima Prefecture]

Akabeko is one of the representative local toys of Fukushima Prefecture. Akabeko has been around for many years as a traditional lucky charm and a character representing Fukushima prefecture...

Motoharu Kahashi2021.12.06