The six lines on the front of Daruma indicate that time passes from the past to the future. On each side of Daruma, the concept of “Seven Downs & Eight Ups” is written as a mathematical formula in Italian. “Cadere” means falling, and “rialzarsi” means getting up. With the color choices of white, black, or red, many people enjoy Designer’s Daruma as an interor décor.

We all “fall” in life from time to time, but a falling is not a failure. When we fall, we can always get up again for another beginning. We wish that Designer’s Daruma is there to guide you in life.

Since Designer’s Daruma is handmade, your Designer’s Daruma is the only one in the world. We can also make Designer’s Daruma with special plating at your request.

In Zen, there is a saying “Nichi Nichi Kore Ko Jitsu” which means “Every day is the best, every day is learning, and every day is special.” On the left side of Designer’s NEKO, this concept is written in Italian.

The sign on the front of Designer’s Neko [+ – = – +] altogether shows the Japanese kanji 幸 (means “happiness”). In life, both good things and bad things happen, but they equal at zero. No matter what happens, let’s keep looking forward and that’s the happy way of living.

Love It Daruma is a rabbit daruma. In addition to the letters “Love it” on the back, the four leaf clover and heart shapes found on the Daruma all expess love. The flower languages of four leaf clover are fame, wealth, faithful love and glorious health, and all together they suggest true love.

Love It Daruma is a perfect gift for your loved ones.

Toyoka Town of Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, is a No.1 producer of Daruma in Japan. Imai Daruma NAYA has a history of over 90 years. Hirohisa Imai, CEO and Chief Craftsman at Imai Daruma NAYA, is passionate to create new and modern styles of Daruma while preserving and protecting the traditional style of Daruma. All products of the Designer’s Series contain both traditional and modern elements, and they have received many positive feedbacks in Japan and abroad. Hirohisa is determined to pass down the traditional Daruma-making techniques and artistry to the future generations.

Designer 2104 has achieved his career in the field of product designing for the beauty industry in Japan. He is also known for re-designing Japan’s traditional and cultural items with brand new and innovated concepts. All products of the Designer’s Series at Imai Daruma NAYA are designed by Designer 2104.