Handmade Straps Chirimen Netsuke - Auspicious Horse (Red, Yellow-Green Gourd) Set of 2 Brand new, unused, handmade and completed product The zodiac animal for 2026 - [Year of the Horse] The very popular zodiac netsuke each year features the horse, a symbol of good luck. Horses have built a close relationship with humans and have been cherished as auspicious animals. There's a pun related to the word "uma" (horse), meaning "to go well," and their beautiful and powerful running form is said to "bring in good fortune," believed to attract good luck, success, and vitality. Traditionally, displaying or possessing the zodiac animal of the year is said to signify "praying for good health and warding off evil," and if given to someone, it means "praying for good fortune and longevity." This is an auspicious netsuke with the theme of "Hyotan kara koma" (a horse from a gourd), meaning unexpected good fortune and profit. Using colorful chirimen fabric, the white horse is finished elegantly. Recommended as a small New Year's gift. Why not give it to yourself, or to someone important like family or friends, and wish for a year of happiness? This is a handmade item. Each one is carefully made. Other types are also on sale, so please take a look! Changes in types and colors are also possible, so please feel free to comment.