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Maneki Neko, Japanese Beckoning Cat

Often seen in Asian retail shops and restaurants near the cashier, the Japanese maneki neko, is the cute little sitting cat figurine with one paw beckoning forward. Maneki means to beckon and neko is cat.  Today, it’s seen as a symbol that brings good fortune.  Some say if the right paw is raised, it means …

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