[Self-Made Seven Lucky Gods Country] Seven Lucky Gods With signature The Seven Lucky Gods is a general term for seven gods: Ebisu, Daikokuten, Bishamonten, Benzaiten, Hotei, Fukurokuju, and Juroujin. Believed to bring good fortune to people, this faith spread among the common people from the Muromachi period. It was established in the mid-Edo period by fusing three elements: Japanese Shinto, Indian Buddhism, and Chinese Taoism. Types of the Seven Lucky Gods and their characteristics Ebisu : A Japanese god, the god of fishing and prosperous business. Often depicted holding a fishing rod in his right hand and a sea bream in his left hand. Daikokuten : An incarnation of Shiva, with roots in India. In Japan, he is identified with Okuninushi-no-Mikoto and is considered the god of abundant harvests and wealth. He is characterized by holding a small mallet in his right hand, the mouth of a bag in his left hand, and sitting on a bale of rice. Bishamonten : A Buddhist god of Indian origin, the god of treasure and military fortune. Sometimes depicted as a brave warrior. Benzaiten : Originating from the Indian goddess Sarasvati, she is the god of music, performing arts, wisdom, and treasure. She is typically depicted playing a biwa (a Japanese lute). Hotei-son : The deification of the Chinese Zen monk Hotei-osho, considered the god of harmony. He is characterized by his plump body, large belly, and holding a cloth bag. Fukurokuju : Originating from Chinese Taoism, he is a god who bestows three virtues: happiness, fortune (salary), and longevity. He is depicted with a long head and beard. Juroujin : Also from Chinese Taoism, like Fukurokuju, he is the god of longevity. Condition There are stains. As this is an antique used item, for those who understand. Size Length: Approximately 195cm Width: Approximately 49.5cm #Buyee #doorzo #rakuichiban #FROMJAPAN #Zemmarket #neokyo #Letao #Bibian #Rakutao Thank you for viewing. SA-012