CHINJUKAN Kiln Mini Gold Coin Beckoning Cat – Opening to Good Fortune - 3 Options / 薩摩焼 沈壽官窯 小判開運

Chinjukan Kiln (沈壽官窯) is one of Japan’s most distinguished Satsuma ware kilns, carrying a ceramic tradition that has continued for more than 420 years.

The kiln is especially renowned for White Satsuma ware (白薩摩), an exceptionally refined style recognised for its warm ivory body, delicate crackled glaze, intricate hand-painted decoration and fine gold detailing. Historically associated with the Satsuma domain, White Satsuma was highly prized for its elegance and craftsmanship, standing apart from ceramics made primarily for everyday use.

Each piece requires a remarkable level of skill and patience. Floral motifs, birds and traditional Japanese designs are carefully painted by hand, often complemented by subtle enamel colours and delicate gold accents. The result is a highly decorative ceramic art form in which even the smallest details reward close appreciation.

Chinjukan Kiln gained international recognition in the 19th century, when Satsuma ware was introduced to audiences overseas and became celebrated for its elaborate craftsmanship and distinctive beauty.

Today, the kiln is led by the 15th-generation Chinjukan (十五代 沈壽官), continuing centuries of inherited technique while also introducing a contemporary sensibility to the tradition.

About This Piece – Gold Coin Beckoning Cat – Opening to Good Fortune

This handmade maneki-neko holds a golden koban coin marked 開運 – kaiun, meaning “opening the way to good fortune”. While 招福 (shōfuku) expresses the wish to invite good fortune into your life, 開運 (kaiun) carries the feeling of turning your luck in a positive direction or opening the way to new opportunities — making it particularly meaningful for a new job, business, home or new beginning.

Its extra-long raised paw is designed to catch good fortune from afar, and each cat is individually shaped and painted by hand. Choose from Calico, Black and White, or White and Brown, each with its own slightly different personality.

As each piece is handmade, slight variations in size, glaze, colour and texture may occur, reflecting the unique character of artisan-made ceramics.

◾ Handmade in Japan

◾ What's included? - One (1) Ornament in a Box.

◾ Material: Ceramic

◾ Size: Width 3 cm x Depth 3.5 cm x Height 6 cm

◾ Comes with a box. Great as a gift.