What Is Monchhichi and Why Is Everyone Suddenly Obsessed?
Monchhichi is the fuzzy, freckle-faced character currently smiling its way back into fashion. Japanese toy company Sekiguchi introduced the doll in 1974, pairing a furry body with a soft-vinyl face, hands and feet. Some versions suck their thumb, others carry a pacifier, and nearly all possess the expression of a baby who knows it is getting exactly what it wants. After becoming an international favorite during the late 1970s and ’80s, Monchhichi has returned for another round of world domination, this time one handbag at a time.
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