Birthplace

One of the reasons why the Maneki Neko has come to be considered a lucky charm is its place of origin. There are many shrines all over Japan that are said to be the birthplace of the Maneki Neko. There are several theories, including Gotokuji and Imado Shrine, so it is difficult to say which shrine it originated from. However, there are many theories about the good fortune brought by the Maneki Neko that have been passed down all over the country.

Also, the meaning of good luck varies depending on the cat's coat color and pattern. There are legends that say that cats with rare coat colors, such as white cats or calico cats, bring even more good luck.

Maneki-neko cats are also characterized by their unique patterns such as arabesque and checkered designs, and they come in a variety of patterns and expressions, such as with their front paws raised, holding gold coins, or smiling.

Attracting customers

This is a theory that was passed down during the Edo period, which was said to have the effect of attracting customers.

There is a theory that placing a maneki-neko (beckoning cat) in front of a store with its front paws raised, as if inviting something, was effective in attracting customers, and that this benefit led many people to consider it a lucky charm. The most distinctive feature of the maneki-neko is its inviting gesture. This gesture has been said to help stagnant people or businesses get moving, or to help difficult tasks get done, leading to prosperity in business, and therefore it came to be considered a lucky charm.

Directions

One theory is that the bronze statues of the Maneki-neko placed on steep mountain paths act as guides, guiding people so that they do not get lost. It is said that there were people who, when they were lost and at a loss, followed the direction of the Maneki-neko's raised paw, and as a result, they were able to avoid becoming lost on the streets.

Because they were recognized as "beings that show people the way," people began to regard maneki-neko as lucky charms and cherish them as a way of thanking them for guiding them.

Announcement

One of the many theories is that of the "cat's prophecy." After the Edo period, there was an increase in people giving up animals they could no longer care for due to poverty, and one theory is that a given cat would say to them at their bedside, "Please make a maneki-neko (beckoning cat)." A person who heard the prophecy that happiness would come to them if they made a doll of the cat, and when they did as instructed and made a maneki-neko (beckoning cat), they became happy.

There are various origins and theories about the lucky cat, and it is considered a symbol of happiness. For example, a male cat with its right paw raised is said to be in charge of financial luck. The lucky charms vary depending on the gender, pattern, and which hand is raised, so it is important to be discerning when considering introducing a lucky cat.

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