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おあ 起き上がりこぼし
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Noun
1. tumbler; self-righting doll​See also 不倒翁
Wikipedia definition
2. Okiagari-koboshi​is a Japanese traditional doll. The toy is made from papier-mâché and is designed so that its weight causes it to return to an upright position if it is knocked over. Okiagari-koboshi is considered a good-luck charm and a symbol of perseverance and resilience.
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Other forms
起き上がり小法師 【おきあがりこぼし】、起き上り小法師 【おきあがりこぼし】、起上小法師 【おきあがりこぼし】

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