Japanese Lucky Cat "Maneki Neko" Porcelain Mug For Tea, Coffee and Cocoa
Increase your good fortune with this Japanese Lucky Cat Mug
. Warm up with a hot drink after a walk outdoors with your pet. The mug comes with a handy dual-purpose lid for steeping tea and or as a spoon-rest.
This sweet Japanese Lucky Cat, or Maneki Neko, is a popular symbol for good fortune in Japan and is displayed in the entrances of many local shops, restaurants and other businesses to beckon visitors in and bring them good luck.
According to the 17th century legend, the cat belonged to the poverty-stricken priest of a rundown temple in Tokyo. One day during a storm, a wealthy man of high stature was passing by the temple. He took shelter under a tree and looked up to see the cat beckoning him into the temple. He left the tree to follow the cat, and the tree was immediately struck by lightning. In gratitude the man befriended the priest and helped renovate the temple.
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Posted by Molly & Jessie at October 1, 2009 7:50 AM
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