10 Waving Lucky Cat Gifts (Maneki Neko) That Will Bring You Good Luck
If you have ever visited a Japanese arcade, gastropub, or underground mall, you have probably noticed a waving cat figurine quietly perched in the window. This Maneki Neko, or beckoning cat ( 招き猫), attracts wealth and prosperity. When its left paw is raised, the Maneki Neko brings in customers. A raised right arm invites in good luck and money. Higher paws draw in extra luck, while shorter paws bring in faster luck.
To double your good fortune, some Maneki Nekos have had both paws raised in a banzai pose. Banzai (万歳 ) is a Japanese cheer that means “live long” or “10,000 years”. But the traditional Japanese exclamation can also mean bankruptcy or surrender. That is why banzai Maneki Nekos are often considered unlucky.
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