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Dolls of Friendship
Story of two friendship dolls sent in 1927 to Jinryo Elementary School in Kamiyama, Tokushima Prefecture, and how they still are used to teach peace.
Friendship Dolls
Data on Japanese Friendship Dolls and American Blue-eyed dolls exchanged in friendship. From Wesleyan University.
Japanese American Doll Enthusists (JADE)
Collectors and dealers group with illustrated information on various types of Japanese dolls, particularly the Friendship Dolls.
Miss Hyogo - A Journey of Friendship
Gives the story of Miss Hyogo, one of the dolls sent to the US from the children of Japan as a sign of friendship.
Miss Mie, I Presume?
Documents and display of the Miss Mie friendship doll, at the University of Nebraska.
Museum Collection Gallery - Miss Tottori
Shows display photos of Miss and Mr. Tottori, as well as other items included in the friendship doll exchange. From the South Dakota State Historical Society.
Nagasaki Tamako
Describes the ambassador doll sent Japan to the USA in 1927 with the mission of peace and goodwill, and current exhibit at the Rochester Museum and Science Center.
The Misses Shimame and Toyama visit IUS
Information on the reuniting of two 32-inch Japanese dolls that have not been together since their arrival in the United States in the 1920s.
Urayasu Friendship Doll Exchange Association
Gives history of friendship dolls and the turbulent change of feelings between Japan and the US during World War II.
Welcome Home, Miss Okayama
From the Sanyo Shimbun. Shows the return of the doll for repairs, and gives history of the doll and its displays.
Yokohama Doll Museum Friendship Dolls
Describes one of the largest and earliest exchanges of 'Blue-eyed Dolls and Return Gift Dolls' conducted between the US and Japan in 1927.
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