Why Japan’s Lucky Beckoning Cat (Maneki-Neko) Captures Hearts Worldwide! youtu.be/3ywpkGgJRs4?... via @YouTube

🐱✨ Hey Maneki Neko fans!
What surprise has a Maneki Neko ever brought you?
An unexpected windfall? A perfect coincidence? A little moment of magic when you needed it most?
Share your stories in the replies — I’d love to hear them! 🐾🍀
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MANEKI NEKO PAW RAISED AND COLOR MEANING _ BING SEARCH
Right Paw Raised money, financial success.
Left Paw Raised Attracts people, good relationships.
Both Paws Raised protection, good fortune.
Color Meanings
White: Purity, good fortune.
placed in entryways to invite good luck, prosperity.

#manekineko originating in Japan's Edo period (1603–1868), the lucky cat has roots at #Gōtoku-jiTemple. A cat beckoned a samurai lord to safety during a storm, saving him as lightning struck his spot!
Grateful, he prospered the temple, inspiring these figurines. Early ones are antiques today!

Just scored this stunning Maneki Neko on EBay for $150. what a steal! 😻 Intricate peony blooms, gold accents, calico pattern, and the classic raised paw beckoning all the good luck. detail is awesome!
Who else has a lucky cat they’re proud of? Share yours below!
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Community for Japanese lucky cat fans worldwide. Share your collections, photos, fan art, stories & sightings of these beckoning fortune bringers! What's your favorite Maneki Neko color/paw meaning? Reply & let's wave in the luck! #ManekiNeko #LuckyCat #BeckoningCat