A funky, unique must for any home or business to 'beckon' wealth and fortune! Maneki Neko translated from Japanese literally means Beckoning Cat. According to Japanese culture the Cat's raised paw beckon wealth, fortune and luck. The Cat also holds a Coin called a Koban said to attract wealth.
There are many stories and legends as to how Maneki Neko Cats ( fortune cats ) appeared and where their luck came from our favourite is this one:-
'A wealthy feudal lord was taking shelter under a tree near Gotoku-ji temple, in Western Tokyo during a thunderstorm. The lord saw the temple priest's cat beckoning to him and followed, a moment later the tree was struck by lightning. The wealthy man became friends with the poor priest and the temple became prosperous. When the cat died, supposedly the first Maneki Neko was made in his honor.'
Each Maneki Neko Waving Cat is made from a hollow ceramic body with a plastic waving arm, the body is finished with gold coloured foil with hand painted details and green glitter adding an extra sparkle; the waving arm has been finished with gold and red paint. The wave arm is attached to a battery powered mechanism which keeps the arm rocking back and forth; to start the motion simply push the arm backwards or forwards.
Each Maneki Neko Waving Cat comes individually packed in a decorative card box. This product requires 2 AA batteries, not supplied.
Dimensions: Height 21cm Width 14cm Depth 11.5cm
Buy one for a loved one for Good Luck in their new home or business or bring wealth and fortune into your own life today!
