Size: Approximately 4cm tall Maneki Neko (beckoning cat) are said to beckon people with their left paw and money with their right paw. At Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, visiting the four subsidiary shrines on the first day of the dragon in each month is called "Hatsutatsu Mairi." The "Shofuku Neko (Hatsutatsu Neko)" is given to worshippers at the "Kusu-sha" shrine, one of the subsidiary shrines. The Hatsutatsu Neko is believed to bring prosperity and good fortune to the home. Also, the Hatsutatsu Neko is seen as a guardian deity of the home and business, and the figurine is displayed to pray for the safety and success of the family and business. This is an old item, so there are scratches, stains, and damage due to aging and long-term storage. Please check the images. Please bid if you understand. Free shipping. Will be sent via Takkyubin Compact. Maneki Neko, figurine, Hatsutatsu Mairi, Lucky Cat, Hatsutatsu Neko