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{{Short description|Japanese Fashion Doll}}
'''Momoko'''
⚫ {{nihongo|'''Momoko Doll'''|モモコドール}} is a 1/6 scale (27 cm, 10.6 inch) Japanese ], roughly similar in size to ]'s Tiny ].


==History==
==Momoko as a Name==
⚫ Momoko was created in 2001<ref></ref> as a side project by a Japanese software company called PetWORKs.<ref></ref> (The creator was Namie Manabe (真鍋 奈見江), the art director.)<ref></ref>


⚫ In 2004, PetWORKs handed the line over to doll-making firm Sekiguchi.<ref></ref> Sekiguchi altered the doll somewhat and turned it into a mass-market item competitively priced with other fashion dolls, but retained the general concept of an "everyday" modern woman one might find walking down the street in Japan.<ref> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070126152051/http://www.momokodoll.com/en/profile/index.php |date=2007-01-26 }}</ref>
Momoko (桃子, ももこ, モモコ) is a Japanese girls' name. It means, literally, "Peach Child" (or "Peach Girl").


PetWORKs continues to produce a limited number of Momokos every year in their Close-Clipped Sheep (CCS) line, using the Sekiguchi body but a slightly different face paint style, and sometimes a slightly different head.
The peach is not only a popular and cherished fruit, but it is culturally significant. For example, the peach is found in Japanese folklore, as in the story of Peach Boy (]).

⚫ ==Momoko Doll==

⚫ Momoko Doll (momokoドール, or モモコドール) is a 1/6 scale (27cm, 10.6 inch) Japanese ], roughly similar in size to ]'s Tiny ].

⚫ Momoko was created in 2001<ref></ref> as a side project by a Japanese software company called Petworks<ref></ref>. (The creator was Namie Manabe (真鍋　奈見江), the art director.)<ref></ref>

⚫ In 2004, Petworks handed the line over to doll-making firm Sekiguchi<ref></ref>. Sekiguchi altered the doll somewhat and turned it into a mass-market item competitively priced with other fashion dolls, but retained the general concept of an "everyday" modern woman one might find walking down the street in Japan<ref></ref>.


==Description==
The Momoko doll, like most ]s, has visible joints and good flexibility, able to tilt and rotate her head, bend and rotate the elbows, bend the knees, slightly flex and bend near the waist, flex the wrists and ankles, and so on. The Momoko doll is able to stand on her own without help, though a white metal stand is included. The Momoko doll, like most ]s, has visible joints and good flexibility, able to tilt and rotate her head, bend and rotate the elbows, bend the knees, slightly flex and bend near the waist, flex the wrists and ankles, and so on. The Momoko doll is able to stand on her own without help, though a white metal stand is included.


Momoko outfits display a characteristic normality and simple elegance in a range of styles<ref></ref>, such as a variety of modern casual looks, typically Japanese school girl uniforms, Japanese ] style, Western bride dress, Japanese summer ], and a variety of other looks. In addition to the main line of doll releases, Sekiguchi also releases numerous special edition dolls with apparently even more limited availability. These include such things as ] special Momokos<ref></ref>, or collaboration pieces such as ] Momoko dolls<ref></ref>. Momoko outfits display a characteristic normality and simple elegance in a range of styles,<ref></ref> such as a variety of modern casual looks, typically Japanese school girl uniforms, Japanese ] style, Western ]s, Japanese summer ], and a variety of other looks. In addition to the main line of doll releases, Sekiguchi also releases numerous special edition dolls with apparently even more limited availability. These include such things as ] special Momokos,<ref> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070227034609/http://www.momokodoll.com/special/index.php |date=2007-02-27 }}</ref> or collaboration pieces such as ] Momoko dolls.<ref> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070227034252/http://www.momokodoll.com/collaboration/index.php |date=2007-02-27 }}</ref>


==Market==
Momoko has the same Asian target market as the highly popular ] and ] dolls, and is able to wear most Asian and some American ] outfits, including a number of 1/6 scale ], Takara Jenny, Azone, Obitsu, Annz, ] My Scene, and other such products. Although Momoko's audience is largely female, a few Momokos (such as one of the schoolgirl dolls) have had male purchasers<ref></ref>. Momoko has the same Asian target market as the highly popular ] and ] dolls, and is able to wear most Asian and some American ] outfits, including a number of 1/6 scale ], ], Azone, ], Annz, ] ], and other such products. Although Momoko's audience is largely female, a few Momokos (such as one of the schoolgirl dolls) have had male purchasers.<ref> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070329062627/http://www.toysrus.co.jp/f/doll/momoko.html |date=2007-03-29 }}</ref>


As with other Asian doll fans, Momoko fans are known for proudly posting photographs of the doll posed in different clothing styles, in different situations, and in different countries. As with other Asian doll fans, Momoko fans are known for proudly posting photographs of the doll posed in different clothing styles, in different situations, and in different countries.


Mame Momokos (豆momoko: literally, "bean" or "mini" Momokos) are cheaper and cartoony 9cm (3.5 inch) dolls meant to allow Momoko creators the chance to inexpensively explore wild new outfits<ref></ref>. Unlike their taller cousins, Mame Momoko dolls come in male and female, though there are no anatomical differences to speak of. Mame Momokos (豆momoko: literally, "bean" or "mini" Momokos) are cheaper and cartoony 9&nbsp;cm (3.5 inch) dolls meant to allow Momoko creators the chance to inexpensively explore wild new outfits.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.pretty-power.com/robochris/momoko/images/about0213.jpg |title="About Momoko" Interview on RoboChris |access-date=2007-03-05 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070928115201/http://www.pretty-power.com/robochris/momoko/images/about0213.jpg |archive-date=2007-09-28 |url-status=dead }}</ref> Unlike their taller cousins, Mame Momoko dolls come in male and female, though there are no anatomical differences to speak of.


⚫ == Ruruko Doll ==
==Momoko from Ash Crimson Saga==
In October 2013, PetWORKs debuted Ruruko as Momoko's little sister, a brand new line of dolls that introduced kids fashion for a smaller 20&nbsp;cm (8 inch) body.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://petworks.ocnk.net/page/5|title=About PetWORKs Doll Division - PetWORKs Store Global|website=petworks.ocnk.net|access-date=2016-11-02}}</ref> Much like PetWORKs' current CCS line of Momoko dolls, each new release of Ruruko is made in very limited quantity and direct from the dollmakers themselves. Instead of a Sekiguchi body, Ruruko uses the smallest 1/6 scale doll body from Azone (]), known as the Pure Neemo XS. This body makes Ruruko roughly similar in size to Japan's most popular dress-up doll, ] ].
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Japanese Fashion Doll

Momoko Doll (モモコドール) is a 1/6 scale (27 cm, 10.6 inch) Japanese fashion doll, roughly similar in size to Robert Tonner's Tiny Kitty Collier.

History

Momoko was created in 2001 as a side project by a Japanese software company called PetWORKs. (The creator was Namie Manabe (真鍋 奈見江), the art director.)

In 2004, PetWORKs handed the line over to doll-making firm Sekiguchi. Sekiguchi altered the doll somewhat and turned it into a mass-market item competitively priced with other fashion dolls, but retained the general concept of an "everyday" modern woman one might find walking down the street in Japan.

PetWORKs continues to produce a limited number of Momokos every year in their Close-Clipped Sheep (CCS) line, using the Sekiguchi body but a slightly different face paint style, and sometimes a slightly different head.

Description

The Momoko doll, like most Asian fashion dolls, has visible joints and good flexibility, able to tilt and rotate her head, bend and rotate the elbows, bend the knees, slightly flex and bend near the waist, flex the wrists and ankles, and so on. The Momoko doll is able to stand on her own without help, though a white metal stand is included.

Momoko outfits display a characteristic normality and simple elegance in a range of styles, such as a variety of modern casual looks, typically Japanese school girl uniforms, Japanese office lady style, Western bridal gowns, Japanese summer yukata, and a variety of other looks. In addition to the main line of doll releases, Sekiguchi also releases numerous special edition dolls with apparently even more limited availability. These include such things as Isetan special Momokos, or collaboration pieces such as Gainax Momoko dolls.

Market

Momoko has the same Asian target market as the highly popular Blythe and Pullip dolls, and is able to wear most Asian and some American fashion doll outfits, including a number of 1/6 scale Pullip, Jenny, Azone, Obitsu, Annz, Barbie My Scene, and other such products. Although Momoko's audience is largely female, a few Momokos (such as one of the schoolgirl dolls) have had male purchasers.

As with other Asian doll fans, Momoko fans are known for proudly posting photographs of the doll posed in different clothing styles, in different situations, and in different countries.

Mame Momokos (豆momoko: literally, "bean" or "mini" Momokos) are cheaper and cartoony 9 cm (3.5 inch) dolls meant to allow Momoko creators the chance to inexpensively explore wild new outfits. Unlike their taller cousins, Mame Momoko dolls come in male and female, though there are no anatomical differences to speak of.

Ruruko Doll

In October 2013, PetWORKs debuted Ruruko as Momoko's little sister, a brand new line of dolls that introduced kids fashion for a smaller 20 cm (8 inch) body. Much like PetWORKs' current CCS line of Momoko dolls, each new release of Ruruko is made in very limited quantity and direct from the dollmakers themselves. Instead of a Sekiguchi body, Ruruko uses the smallest 1/6 scale doll body from Azone (ja:アゾンインターナショナル), known as the Pure Neemo XS. This body makes Ruruko roughly similar in size to Japan's most popular dress-up doll, Takara's Licca-chan.

See also

References

  1. Petworks' Momoko Chronology in English
  2. Petworks Doll Division
  3. Namie Manabe's Profile at Petworks
  4. Sekiguchi's Official Momoko Site
  5. Momoko Doll Profile in English Archived 2007-01-26 at the Wayback Machine
  6. Official Momoko Lineup Site
  7. Momoko Doll Special Page Archived 2007-02-27 at the Wayback Machine
  8. Momoko Doll Collaboration Page Archived 2007-02-27 at the Wayback Machine
  9. Japan Toys R Us Interview Page Archived 2007-03-29 at the Wayback Machine
  10. ""About Momoko" Interview on RoboChris". Archived from the original on 2007-09-28. Retrieved 2007-03-05.
  11. "About PetWORKs Doll Division - PetWORKs Store Global". petworks.ocnk.net. Retrieved 2016-11-02.

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