Vintage Japanese Maneki Neko with Left Paw Raised — 1980s, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-429-1) - 1

Vintage Japanese Maneki Neko with Left Paw Raised — 1980s, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-429-1)

SKU:
25M-429-1
$160.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Size: 8 1/2"W x 7 1/2"D x 12 1/2"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Maneki Neko with Left Paw Raised — 1980s, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-429-1)
An Invitation of Fortune with a Calico Wink

With a gentle gaze and an eternally raised left paw, this vintage maneki neko (招き猫) from 1980s Japan welcomes prosperity and connection with quiet charm. Lovingly hand-painted in the traditional calico palette of white, orange, and black—considered especially lucky—this beckoning cat once sat proudly in a shopfront or home, ushering in customers and good fortune alike.

Adorned with a vibrant bib, collar, and bell, and clutching two coins that read kaiun (開運, “good luck”) and shoubai hanjou (商売繁盛, “thriving business”), it blends playful innocence with centuries-old symbolism. The raised left paw specifically attracts people—making it ideal for homes, cafes, or storefronts filled with warmth and welcome.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1980s, Showa Period

  • Material: Ceramic

  • Use: Decorative talisman, shop/home protector, lucky charm

  • Features:
    • Traditional calico coloring for luck
    • Raised left paw to invite people and friendship
    • Bold kanji coins symbolizing success and good fortune
    • Vintage hand-painted detailing with floral bib and bell

  • Dimensions: 8 1/2"W x 7 1/2"D x 12 1/2"H

  • Condition: Good vintage condition with minor age-related wear

With every upward paw and painted whisker, this maneki neko carries the spirit of Japanese hospitality and hope—offering not just charm, but cheerful blessings wherever it resides.

Additional Information
size:
8 1/2"W x 7 1/2"D x 12 1/2"H