Usaburo Kokeshi is a leading brand/workshop in the category of "creative kokeshi dolls".  The term "creative kokeshi" refers to kokeshi made based on the creativity and innovative ideas of artists, without being bound by the shape and style of traditional Japanese kokeshi dolls.  While traditional kokeshi dolls, which have been made throughout Japan for centuries, generally reflect traditional techniques and culture along with the wood of a particular region, creative kokeshi may go beyond these frameworks and incorporate a variety of materials, styles, and themes.

The Usaburo kokeshi, known for its weighty okappa head (Japanese-style bobbed hair), has the following characteristics in addition to its hair style compared to traditional Japanese kokeshi types:

 - Finely Detailed Carvings: Usaburo Kokeshi dolls are delicately carved down to the smallest detail. Compared to other kokeshi dolls, the carved patterns and expressions are more detailed and elaborate.

 - Color and Decoration: Usaburo kokeshi dolls are characterized by their bright colors and rich decoration. Compared to other kokeshi dolls, Usaburo kokeshi are more varied and showy in color and decoration.

 - Kimono Designs: Many of the kimono designs on Usaburo Kokeshi dolls depict traditional Japanese culture and customs. Compared to other kokeshi dolls, a greater variety of kimono patterns and designs can be seen.

 - Accessories: The accessories of the Usaburo Kokeshi are unique and have different characteristics from those of other Kokeshi dolls. For example, gorgeous hair ornaments and obi clips are distinctive.