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   awpcsak
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   No one knows for certain how the Maneki Neko ceramic figurine got its start, but today these little symbols of luck can be seen in homes, shop windows and other prominent places. They are rife with symbolism and even the exact meaning of the cat's appearance and actions is subject to different interpretations. However, all maneki neko either have a left or right paw raised in a welcoming gesturing that is also meant to bring good luck. A black figurine is for good health, a white one is for happiness and a gold one is for wealth.This cat has become the Eastern equivalent of sorts to the Western tradition of the pineapple as a symbol of welcome and good fortune: only it's a whole lot cuter!Wooden Lucky Cat decorative display to bring a little luck and cheer to your family. Features a ceramic maneki neko (lucky cat) with smaller cats in its mouth surrounded by traditional decorations. japanese lucky cat is loved by everyone for its round face and lovely big eyes. That may be the reason why it is chosen as a symbol of luck. It looks like a cat waving his paw to greet the customers but actually, that's the gesture of a cat washing its face. The cat often washes its face whenever it feels the rain is coming. Moreover, because of its sensitivity, the cat often feels restless when there's someone coming near it. To release its fear, the cat washes its face. From this gesture of the cat, the Japanese assume that every time a cat washes its face there will come a customer. In addition to that, a cat washing its face looks like it is greeting someone. Therefore, the Japanese believe if they put a figurine of a cat with that "greeting" gesture in front of their stores, the customers will come in. Popularity of maneki neko bank . Maneki Neko comes in different colours. The most popular are those that are tri-coloured. The tri-colored cat is considered a lucky charm worldwide. The male tri-coloured version is especially revered as the lucky cat by sailors around the world. Genetic study has revealed that the tri-colour gene in male cats are extremely rare. The rarity of male tri-coloured cats has been a well-known fact in Japan for a long time. This is why many maneki neko bank are created to have the tri-coloured look. Many Japanese business people would never think of having a restaurant, store, bar, or shop without the presence of the beckoning cat. As long as it has at least one raised forepaw they can take many forms. The cat is waving to us, asking us to come into the shop or asking good fortune to visit the establishment.
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