Yellow Flower Lucky Cat with Sea Bream
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This is a yellow lucky cat, a Japanese figurineknown as maneki neko in Japanese, with a floral design, holding a sea bream in one hand.
The pattern is painted using the mori-e technique, similar to slip trailing. A thick paint is squeezed out of an icchin, a dispenser with a fine tip, and carefully applied to create raised patterns. Mori-e adds both visual detail and a tactile texture to the smooth porcelain surface.
Yellow is considered a color of good fortune. It is said that a cat with its right paw raised invites prosperity and luck.
Sea bream has long been valued as a symbol of celebration and good fortune, making it a fitting companion for this lucky cat.
In the past, Japanese farmers who lived with cats were believed to prosper, as the cats kept rats away from their crops. Over time, this association with good fortune gave rise to the lucky cat, which is now widely known as a charm for financial success.
Rooted in Japanese tradition and good fortune, this lucky cat is a wonderful addition to your home decor and is believed to bring happiness to you and your loved ones.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | 8 cm (3.1 in) x 8.5 cm (3.3 in) x H 11 cm (4.3 in) |
| Material | Porcelain |
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Choho Kiln was founded by Nishi Chosaku, who, together with his brother Taikichi, pioneered the application of mori-e to Kutani ware figurines in the late Taisho period (1912–1926 CE). Originally used on flat surfaces, this raised enamel technique proved exceptionally suited to sculptural works such as maneki neko, lucky cats, and soon became a defining decorative method for Kutani porcelain figures.
Today, the third generation preserves the mori-e tradition while continuing to explore new possibilities within this decorative Kutani ware style.
Crafts
Kutani ware is a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture, with a history spanning over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of navy blue, red, purple, green, and yellow that are applied to the bold and daring lines. Its long history has evolved through the tireless efforts and enthusiasm of people who have sought innovation while maintaining tradition.
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Maneki Neko
Often referred to in English as lucky cats, maneki neko are iconic figurines in Japanese culture. Modeled after several folktales, they are said to beckon luck and, when placed at a storefront, potential customers. View the collection below to find a favorite maneki neko of your own to match your style and uplift your home or business.
Sea Bream
Sea bream (tai in Japanese) has long been a familiar and auspicious fish for Japanese people, often used on celebratory occasions due to the association with the Japanese word mede-tai, which means "to be happy" in Japanese. A sea bream reigns as the king of fish, and its beautiful appearance and light red color make it an indispensable item for celebratory occasions. It also has long been valued as a lucky charm, as seen in the iconic image held up by Ebisu, one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune.
