Maneki Neko Lucky Cat

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Maneki neko lucky cat.

Maneki neko is the beloved japanese lucky cat that invites good luck. The figurine depicts a cat traditionally a calico japanese bobtail with a paw raised in a japanese beckoning gesture the figurines are often displayed in shops restaurants pachinko parlors dry. Beckoning cat is a common japanese figurine which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. It is commonly placed in business premises to attract customers.

The image of a cat with one or both paws raised is a popular japanese talisman known as maneki neko or beckoning cat 招き猫 and is usually made from porcelain wood or plastic. In restaurants the lucky cat may be responsible for many happy guests and so on. In shop windows the maneki neko will invite customers and prosperity. The maneki neko 招き猫 lit.

For the purpose of disseminateing and promoting japanese culture in particular items gifts souvenirs feng shui decorations related to fortune symbols of japan maneki neko we are confidently providing a large number of lucky cats to consumers and business outlets in need around the world. Its literal translation is invitation cat and it represents good luck and fortune to the owner. In modern times they are usually made of ceramic or plastic. Fortune cat is known as maneki neko in japanese which means beckoning cat the cat has.

A maneki neko is also known as a lucky cat or fortune cat. The japanese lucky cat the beckoning cat is a talisman.