Antique Japanese Dairi-bina Emperor & Empress Hina Doll

A pair of delicately dressed Emperor and Empress Hina doll wearing fine silk kimono originally made during Meiji era. The garments of both Emperor and Empress draw inspiration from Heian-period (794–1185) court attire, including the Empress’s traditional twelve-layered kimono (jūnihitoe).

Known as Dairi-bina (内裏雛), these traditional Japanese dolls represent the Emperor and Empress. They serve as the centerpiece for Hinamatsuri (Doll’s Day or Girls’ Day), celebrated every year on March 3.

Hinamatsuri is a traditional Shinto holiday. Families display these dolls to wish for young girls’ health, grace, and future marital happiness. Girls often receive Hina dolls as birth presents, and families pass them down through generations as cherished heirlooms.

The main centerpiece features two seated figures—the Obina (male) and Mebina (female)—representing a Heian-era royal wedding. Displays range from simple paper figures to intricately carved three-dimensional dolls set on red cloth. More elaborate displays (Hinakazari) feature multi-tiered platforms (Hinadan) with court ladies, musicians, and attendants. The number of tiers a family displays depends on their budget.

One of a kind piece, Only one pair available. Originally from Japan.

Dimensions: 10″ x 17″ x 11″

Antique piece. Sell in used, pre-owned condition. Vintage and antique items by nature have variable amounts of wear, imperfections, signs of use, age and time. Perfectly imperfect. Condition shown as in pictures. Kindly contact us if you need more info. or detail pictures.