This 28-inch walking doll belonged to my mother as a child. Her eyes open and close. She wears leather shoes and has a large collection of clothes. I would love to know more about her. -- Rebecca ...

The shrine has publicly displayed the large collection of dolls for the past six years. Yamamoto expressed gratitude toward the walking tour participants for showing an interest in the festival.

Hundreds of ornate dolls will soon adorn the steps of a Shinto shrine near the U.S. Army’s headquarters in Japan. Army Community Service at Camp Zama is hosting a walking tour of decorations for ...