{"product_id":"daruma-grand","title":"Traditional Red Daruma - Large, Luck - Made in Japan","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Daruma, Daruma: I choose a goal and draw you one eye. When I have reached it, I will draw you the other.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe red Daruma is the most popular in Japan. It can be used for any type of goal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe traditional model bears the kanji for luck on the chin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaruma: what is it about?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaruma, also called a wish doll, is a Japanese good luck charm. Made of papier-mâché, it represents the monk Bodhidharma, the founder of Zen Buddhism. According to legend, he attained enlightenment after meditating alone in a cave for 9 years, but lost his arms and legs which had atrophied. Hence the distinctive shape of Daruma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to do with a Daruma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a goal and draw the first eye on the Daruma. When you have reached it, you will draw the second eye as a sign of gratitude. As a learning experience, note how you achieved your goal: it will be a moment of great personal satisfaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe spirit of Daruma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis figurine reminds us that if we are determined and persistent, we will reach the goal we have set. In this sense, it is essential that the goal be specific and achievable. It is not about buying a Daruma and then waiting for things to happen like magic: Daruma motivates us and invites us to strive for success. In Japan, any occasion is good for giving a Daruma, especially birthdays and New Year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurning your Daruma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Japan, the Daruma lasts one year—whether the goal is reached or not—and every January 18, thousands of used figurines are burned in temples. In Europe, take advantage of St. John’s Day or your favorite holiday to perform this ritual. You can then choose other Darumas for your new goals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Woodstock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21173391786043,"sku":"KP11","price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0009\/9221\/5099\/files\/woodstock-daruma-traditionnel-rouge-grand-chance-fabrique-au-japon-daruma-traditionnel-rouge-grand-chance-fabrique-au-japon-8435131210561-kp11-59253740142934.webp?v=1737074796","url":"https:\/\/www.foudebassin.com\/en\/products\/large-daruma","provider":"FOUDEBASSIN.COM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}