noun
Darby and Joan dolls; elderly couple dolls
Refers to a pair of dolls representing an elderly couple, often displayed on a special stand (高砂台) at weddings as a symbol of marital harmony and longevity. The term is culturally specific and may not be widely known outside traditional contexts.
結婚式の披露宴会場に、高砂台が飾られていた。
A Darby and Joan doll stand was displayed at the wedding reception venue.