Product Description
A black lucky cat with its right hand raised in a Kutani Yaki design of cherry blossoms. (Manekineko)
The lucky cat is mainly used as a good luck charm to wish for business prosperity and success. Since the Edo period (1603-1868), lucky cats have been displayed in shops and stores. The custom of placing lucky cats on storefronts took root in the hope that they would attract more customers and bring prosperity to the business.
The beckoning gesture of the beckoning cat, with its characteristic paws waving up and down, is meant to attract customers and was considered an appropriate good luck charm to wish for a prosperous business. The black-blooded waving cat is also said to "ward off evil.
With its cute appearance and round eyes, it is very popular as a decorative item, and placed on the dining table makes it a soothing and comfortable time for guests.
