Metal Alloy Ornament with Urushi Paint - Lucky Cat - White / 銀雅堂 招き猫

Takaoka is Japan’s metal city. For over four hundred years, its foundries have cast everything from temple bells to tea ceremony vessels, and the city’s craftspeople have built a quiet, unshakeable reputation for knowing what metal can do. NAGAE has been part of that story since 1954 — not as a museum piece, but as a working manufacturer that continues to carry the material forward.

What makes NAGAE especially compelling is the way this long metalworking heritage is translated into objects for contemporary life. Their pieces feel clean and considered, yet never cold — shaped by technical skill, careful finishing, and a deep respect for the material itself. In them, the weight, surface, and character of metal are allowed to speak with clarity, bringing a sense of strength and refinement into everyday use.

The maneki-neko — Japan's beloved beckoning cat — has been a symbol of good fortune for centuries. A raised right paw is said to draw in wealth and prosperity, making it a cherished presence in homes and businesses alike. This figure is cast from metal alloy in Takaoka and finished in urushi, the traditional Japanese lacquer that has been used to beautify and protect fine objects for thousands of years. The result is a piece with genuine depth of colour and a surface that feels considered rather than decorative.

As every piece has its handmade features, slight irregularities in size, glaze, colour, and texture might occur and reflect the nature of the artisan product.

■ What's included? One white cat ornament and one display base in a box.

■ Designed and Made In Japan

■ Material: Metal Alloy

■ Size (Ornament): 5.3 cm x 5.3 cm x 5.9 cm Height

■ Size (Display Stand): 10 cm x 7 cm x 0.6 cm Height

■ Comes with a box. Great as a gift!