招き猫

This is the 3324th most frequent Japanese word.

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招き猫

"招き猫" (Maneki-neko): A figurine of a beckoning cat believed to bring good luck and fortune.


招き猫 refers to the 'beckoning cat' figurine traditionally believed to bring good luck and prosperity to businesses.

お店の入口には、小さな招き猫があります。

At the entrance of the store, there is a small beckoning cat.


招き猫 here is used to denote collectible items for personal enjoyment or for their cultural value.

彼女は招き猫のコレクションを増やしている。

She is increasing her collection of beckoning cat figurines.


招き猫 represents a symbolic or legendary form revered in cultural or religious contexts.

この村には、有名な招き猫を祀った神社があります。

In this village, there is a famous shrine dedicated to a beckoning cat.