noun
- A small decorative carved object, traditionally made of wood or ivory, worn hanging from the sash of a kimono in Japan.
Usage: Japanese origin; Historical and cultural artifact; Often collectible
Examples
- The museum displayed an impressive collection of antique netsuke from the Edo period.
- She inherited a netsuke carved in the shape of a small animal from her grandmother.
- Collectors prize netsuke for their intricate craftsmanship and artistic detail.
- The netsuke was attached to a cord that held a small pouch at the wearer's waist.
- This netsuke depicts a figure from Japanese folklore with remarkable precision.