Symbolism of Japanese Birds
In 2017, the Japanese welcomed in the year of the bird. Celebrated and revered throughout Japan, the bird is symbolic of longevity, luck, love and …
Keep Evil Spirits Away with Japanese Lucky Charms
The upcoming Giant Lantern Festival Dai-Chochin Matsuri is celebrated at the end of August every year and is often referred to as the one of …
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What’s So Lucky About Lucky Cats?
Maneki neko literally translates as “beckoning cat” and they’re beckoning an increase in custom in recent years as their rich Japanese history and cultural symbolism …
10 Signs that Japan is a Cat Lover’s Paradise
If you’re a cat lover, you’ll probably already know that Japan is a country obsessed with cats; one of the best-known good luck charms is …
Japanese Superstition: Why You Shouldn’t Live at No.4
Superstition is integral to Japanese culture. A profound respect for ancient customs and traditions, together with strong historical and cultural ties with other nations, have …
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The Legend of the Japanese Lucky Cat
The Japanese Lucky Cat is more traditionally known as Maneki Neko which translated means the beckoning cat. According to ancient Japanese folklore’s, a good luck …