Lucky Cat

(Hardback)

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Its beckoningpaw has a cult fanbase, but the lucky cat is more than just a cute ornament. The iconic creature is a symbol of good fortune and used asa powerful lucky charm inshops andhomes acrossJapan, China and beyond.

The lucky cat (or maneki neko in Japanese) has a long history dating back to the 17th centurythats packed with fascinating folklore, serious symbolism and countless contemporary cat spin-offs. Its paw, bib, coin, collar and colours all have meaning.

Did you know a pink cat will bring you luck in love, while a gold cat is all about wealth Or that a left-pawed cat is used by businessesto attract customers, while a cat with a beckoning right paw is found in homes as talisman

Dive into this adorable book to find out all you need to know about the beautiful luckycat.

Author Bio

Mio Yamada is the Art, Life & Style editor of The Japan Times, Japans biggest selling English-language newspaper. A former magazine editor and trends researcher, Mio is an expert in culture, art and entertainment. When shes not visiting galleries, youll find her taking photos and being distracted by shiny objects.