also: はりがた
dildo (historical, made of horn, shell, or papier-mâché)
Historical term for a traditional Japanese dildo, typically crafted from horn, shell, or papier-mâché. Not used in modern everyday language; encountered in historical or literary contexts.
During the Edo period, harikata were often made from horn or shell.
A papier-mâché harikata was on display at the museum.
Standard kanji spelling for this historical term.
Variant with okurigana; less common but still encountered.
Alternate reading; less common than はりかた.
The term 張形 (harikata) literally means 'stretched shape' or 'tension form', likely referring to the construction method. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.