Where did the lucky cat originate?
The lucky cat originated from Japan.
The lucky cat (Japanese:招き猫, English: Lucky cat) is said to have originated in China over 1,000 years ago, while another theory suggests it originated in Japan. It is a common cat-shaped idol in Japanese traditional culture, considered an auspicious item for attracting wealth and good fortune. Its history dates back more than 400 years to the Edo period.
Lucky cats are usually made of ceramic, generally white, and take the form of a cat raising one hand to the top of its head, making a gesture as if inviting someone. Usually, a lucky cat raising the left hand represents attracting blessings; raising the right hand symbolizes attracting wealth; raising both hands simultaneously means "wealth" and "blessing" will arrive together. In addition, the golden bell hanging around the neck of the lucky cat also signifies opening luck, attracting wealth, blessing, and good fortune. Different colors of lucky cats represent different wishes of their owners, expressing people's eternal hope for happiness, fulfillment, and good luck.
Although it is said that the lucky cat originated in Japan, there is also a similar Chinese folk saying: "If a cat washes its face and ears, guests will come."
The lucky cat (Japanese:招き猫, English: Lucky cat) is said to have originated in China over 1,000 years ago, while another theory suggests it originated in Japan. It is a common cat-shaped idol in Japanese traditional culture, considered an auspicious item for attracting wealth and good fortune. Its history dates back more than 400 years to the Edo period.
Lucky cats are usually made of ceramic, generally white, and take the form of a cat raising one hand to the top of its head, making a gesture as if inviting someone. Usually, a lucky cat raising the left hand represents attracting blessings; raising the right hand symbolizes attracting wealth; raising both hands simultaneously means "wealth" and "blessing" will arrive together. In addition, the golden bell hanging around the neck of the lucky cat also signifies opening luck, attracting wealth, blessing, and good fortune. Different colors of lucky cats represent different wishes of their owners, expressing people's eternal hope for happiness, fulfillment, and good luck.
Although it is said that the lucky cat originated in Japan, there is also a similar Chinese folk saying: "If a cat washes its face and ears, guests will come."
Do you know the feng shui decoration of the lucky cat?
In addition to its human-like expression, it is also adorned with many symbolic patterns, such as a treasure ship symbolizing wealth; an eagle soaring representing dreams; a turtle and crane symbolizing longevity; pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms representing auspiciousness; and four-season flowers symbolizing wealth, etc. The delicate and fine brushstrokes vividly depict the cute and lively nature of the lucky cat on the smooth ceramic and colorful glaze. Accessories include the treasure hammer, gourd, and carp, all of which are ornaments filled with beautiful wishes, giving a feeling of warmth and comfort when held in hand.
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