{"product_id":"seto-ware-ornament-80406-570","title":"Seto Ware Lucky Cat Ornament - Left Hand - 24.5 cm \/ 瀬戸焼 招き猫","description":"\u003cp\u003eInvite prosperity, happiness, and a steady stream of customers into your life or business with this charming Maneki Neko (Beckoning Cat) figurine. This traditional good-luck charm, also known as the \"beckoning cat,\" has been cherished in Japan for centuries for its ability to bring good fortune and success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of Maneki Neko:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe domesticated cat, as we know it today, first arrived in Japan during the Nara period (710-794). These cats were brought on ships to protect valuable Buddhist scriptures and books from rats. By the Heian period (794-1185), domesticated cats had become familiar companions, as referenced in classical Japanese literature like The Pillow Book and The Tale of Genji.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignificance of the Left Hand Raised:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis particular Maneki Neko features its left hand raised, a traditional gesture meant to invite people in. Often placed in restaurants, service businesses, and shops, this pose symbolizes a warm welcome to many customers and guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAs the whole piece is handmade in Japan, slight irregularities in size, glaze, colour and texture might occur and reflect the nature of the artisan product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e■What's included? One (1) Ornament\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e■ Made In Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e■ Size : 24.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e■ Material: Ceramic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mitsui Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54342512312625,"sku":"80406-570","price":128.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0486\/0366\/0445\/files\/80406-570_2.jpg?v=1779929596","url":"https:\/\/osara.com.au\/products\/seto-ware-ornament-80406-570","provider":"Osara Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}