I have never seen this before, a ceramic okimono in the shape of a Japanese otter, its elongated body upright with a sleepy look on its face, sleek hair incised over the entire body. This just goes to prove that Kawaii has been part of Japanese culture for a very long time. The creature is 35 cm (14 inches) tall and in original condition. The tail, which likely looped out slightly, has been broken off at the base.
