This item is crocheted with acrylic yarn, with some parts made of cotton yarn. The open-mouthed male is said to invite good fortune, while the closed-mouthed female is said to keep good fortune from escaping. Placing them at the entrance or on the veranda is believed to ward off evil from the outside. In apartment buildings and other multi-unit dwellings, they can also be placed on a windowsill or the floor of a hallway. When placing them, the male should be on the right and the female on the left when viewed from the front. Placing them in reverse is said to cause the female to repel happiness and the male to let current happiness escape. A glass dome is attached. Shisa are guardian deities of Okinawa, believed to protect homes and villages from evil spirits and disasters. White Shisa have the general "warding off evil" meaning of traditional Shisa, as well as connotations of "purity," "nobility," "a fresh start," and **"prayer."** White has a sense of nobility and a calming effect, and is considered a color suitable for warding off evil and starting things anew. In some cases, white Shisa represent the ancient culture of prayer in a modern form. Meaning of White Shisa: A Fresh Start, Restart: Considered good when you want to reset your mind and start anew. Purity, Nobility: Represents purity and a noble impression. Warding off Evil, Purification: Also has the meaning of warding off evil and purifying the space. Shisa represent sincerity, luck in competition, and calmness. It is said that they not only express the sea and sky of Okinawa, but also are expected to have the effect of promoting relaxation and creativity. In addition, as a ward against evil, they also play the role of a guardian deity that drives away evil spirits that enter the house. *Please use this information as a reference when placing them. Height: Approximately 10cm Mat: Approximately 17cm x 13cm Each piece is crocheted with care, but as it is handmade, slight asymmetry, unevenness in the stitches, and glue overflow are part of the handmade charm. Please understand that each piece is one of a kind. Shipped on weekdays. Interior Ornament Good luck Lucky item Okinawa 【Colorful Design】 This amigurumi has vibrant colors that delight the viewer. It uses colorful yarn to create a bright atmosphere. 【Handmade Warmth】 Because it is handmade, it has a warmth and gives a friendly impression.