Nakagama 6” Tall Maneki Neko Good Luck Waving Cat Figurine Bank Japan For Sale

Nakagama 6” Tall Maneki Neko Good Luck Waving Cat Figurine Bank Japan

This Lucky Maneki Neko Cat Charm Figurine is made of designer ceramic, hand painted and polished individually. The maneki-neko is a common Japanese figurine often believed to bring good luck to the owner. It is also translated as "beckoning cat". The figurine depicts a cat (traditionally a calico Japanese Bobtail) beckoning with an upright paw, and is usually displayed-often at the entrance-of shops, restaurants, pachinko parlors, and other businesses. It makes perfect sense to offer Maneki Neko Cat in the form of a money bank; To accumulate wealth and good fortune! Maneki neko beckoning cats can be found with either left or right paw raised and sometimes with both hands raised in a "banzai" pose. Originally maneki neko had their left hands raised as Japanese traditionally drank from sake cups with their left hands and poured it with their right hands. To be called a left-hander or "lefty" was to be acknowledged as a drinker and socialite. Thus left hand raised has the meaning of beckoning friends and welcoming good fortune, happiness and harmony.This lucky Cat measures 6” High by 4” Wide, 3.25” Long. Weight is 12 oz.

Very good condition. Please refer to the included pictures as they are an integral part of the item's description. The item will be shipped via USPS.