{"product_id":"seto-maneki-neko-bicolor-hachiware-buchi-right-paw-raised-no-5-15-5-cm","title":"Seto Maneki-Neko — Bicolor \/ Hachiware (Buchi) \/ Right Paw Raised (No. 5 \/ 15.5 cm)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_719bda005dcdfeb4\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_faebb7a1ffab7f22\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_2d77c59c25ffbf37\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_7ce5f1ad51356c52\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCharacterized by its slender posture and graceful, arched back—reminiscent of a living feline—the traditional \"Seto Maneki-Neko\" originated in the late Meiji period (late 1890s to 1900s), adapting European plaster mold techniques pioneered for export figurines known as Seto Novelties.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn Japanese tradition, a raised right paw is cherished for inviting wealth, financial prosperity, and good fortune. This charming piece features classic black-and-white bicolor markings (\u003ci\u003ebuchi\u003c\/i\u003e), distinctively parted over the forehead in the pattern known as \u003ci\u003ehachiware\u003c\/i\u003e. Because this upside-down \"V\" shape resembles the kanji character for eight (八)—widely revered in Japan for \u003ci\u003esuehirogari\u003c\/i\u003e, or expanding prosperity toward the future—this design is cherished as an exceptionally auspicious lucky charm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrigin | Made in Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMaterial | Ceramic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSize | Approx. H 15.5 × W 7.5 × D 9 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeight | Approx. 150 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eArtisan \u0026amp; Craftsmanship Notes:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEach piece is individually hand-painted by master artisans in Seto. Due to the handcrafted nature of ceramic glazing and pigment application, subtle variations in color density, brushstrokes, and surface character naturally occur. These unique distinctions are authentic hallmarks of traditional Japanese pottery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"yakushigama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65927443218781,"sku":"6581","price":860.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0247\/9292\/4265\/files\/Seto_Maneki-Neko_Bicolor_Hachiware_Buchi_Right_Paw_Raised_No._5_15.5_cm.webp?v=1789475750","url":"https:\/\/www.zakkasine.com\/en-dk\/products\/seto-maneki-neko-bicolor-hachiware-buchi-right-paw-raised-no-5-15-5-cm","provider":"ZAKKAsine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}