[BECKONING (LUCKY) CAT] MANEKI NEKO ,CHECKERED PATTERN | EDO ART DOLLS | KAKINUMA DOLLS

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Traditional crafts that are easy to incorporate into daily life

It may seem a bit difficult to incorporate traditional crafts as objects of art or ornaments. However, if the item has been carefully designed, it will fit in with your daily life without any sense of discomfort.

This beckoning cat is made using the kimekomi technique used for Hina dolls and other Sekku dolls. It is characterized by a very modern impression that overturns the conventional concept of a beckoning cat. It is especially recommended for those who want to incorporate a traditional Japanese item with a fashionable image into their daily life.

What kind of technique is Mokumegomi?

Mokumegomi is a traditional crafting technique in which the body of the product is die-cut as the base, glue is placed in grooves carved into the body, and cloth is inserted over the glue. Unlike mass-produced items, each piece is carefully crafted by hand by traditional craftsmen.

As a beckoning cat is also a lucky charm, you want to choose a "really good one" that can spend a long time with you both as a gift and for yourself. Just as Sekku dolls do not fade away after a long time, this beckoning cat will invite good fortune for a long time, 10 to 20 years.

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The checkered pattern is chic! Maneki Neko with a rich expression

The checkered pattern is very rare for a beckoning cat. The entire body is made of cotton, and the face is made of chirimen, which is also used for kimonos. The face is made of chirimen, which is characterized by small wrinkles called "shibo," and if you look closely, you can see the symmetry in the way the wrinkles flow across the face.

The curves created by the shibori (wrinkles) give the beckoning cat an even richer expression. The ability to arrange the fabric so precisely is the work of a skilled craftsman.

The black and white bi-color design gives a crisp impression, and the red color on the ears is a very gorgeous point. The collar and bell are also made of fabrics used for kimono, such as crape and woven fabrics, and even the smallest parts are carefully designed. Of course, even the bottom part, which is usually invisible, is firmly covered with crape fabric.

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Bringing in money! The perfect lucky charm for your celebration!

The beckoning cat is also known as a lucky charm and is a popular gift item. A beckoning cat with its right hand raised is said to bring good fortune, so it is a gift that will be appreciated by those who are about to take on a new challenge, such as a gift for the opening of a business or a store, as a sign of support.

Classically designed beckoning cats that have been made since ancient times are sometimes difficult to make use of as interior items, but this beckoning cat can be displayed in a store or office without any sense of incongruity. Since it is a small item, we recommend giving it together with other festive items to suit the store where it will be given.

BECOS can also wrap several items in one box, so please inquire with the concierge.。

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Excellent stability and easy to place in any location

Manekineko made with the Mokumegome technique has a very sturdy body base. Therefore, although it looks soft, it is firm to the touch. It is not fluffy like dolls that are light on cotton, and it does not roll or fall over when touched. It has a high sense of stability and stands firmly on its own.

The size is approximately 10 cm high and 6.5 cm wide, and fits in the palm of your hand, allowing you to display it in a space-saving manner, such as in a foyer or on a cabinet in the living room.

It is eye-catching and cute to display several different types of beckoning cats together.

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Comes in a special box

The beckoning cat arrives in a special box. The box is decorated with the words "Edo Mokumegome" and "Kakinuma Doll" stamped in gold leaf, giving it a stylish yet luxurious appearance. For gifts such as for the opening of a new store, you can make the gift even more special by adding a noshi (a small gift wrapping paper).

It is recommended that you purchase one for yourself as a commemorative gift, or as a present for a loved one as it looks great.

send a beckoning cat as a gift

Add a personal touch with your choice of wrapping

BECOS wrapping service allows you to choose from a variety of modern Japanese designs using Japanese paper, furoshiki wrapping cloth, and other uniquely Japanese materials. If you are unable to hand-deliver the gift in person, we also offer a service to print the text you wish to convey on a message card.

The timing of giving a gift of good fortune is often a milestone and important moment for the recipient. Please give a thoughtful gift, thinking of the smile on the recipient's face when he or she holds it in his or her hands.