The white waving lucky cat is one of the most popular versions of the Maneki-neko tradition: the white colour symbolises balance, purity and positive beginnings, and the raised right paw beckons luck and prosperity. This 15 cm battery-powered figure waves continuously as long as the battery is in place — a lively presence at a cash register, entrance, reception desk or home office.
Maneki-neko (the beckoning cat) is a symbol rooted in Japanese and Chinese commercial and Buddhist tradition, particularly associated with shops and hospitality venues to attract trade and good fortune. The white version has a more balanced, quieter quality, but still draws the eye prominently on a shelf or counter. The 15 cm size is visually present without taking up desk space — it fits on any shelf behind a counter, a bedside table or a bookshelf.
AA or AAA battery required for operation, placed in the compartment that opens from the base (battery not included). The continuous, quiet waving arm movement is not distracting in either a work or a living environment. The base is flat and stable, so the figure stands securely on a shelf or counter.
Maneki-neko is a well-established and widely loved decorative and symbolic object across many cultures: visible in Japanese ramen bars, Chinese shops, Thai temples and Korean cafes alike. It also integrates well into a home interior — particularly for those who appreciate Asian culture, Eastern-style decoration, or simply want a playful, continuously animated object on their desk to brighten the day.
It also makes a distinctive gift for a business opening, a café or as a desk surprise — symbolic but light-hearted.
Product Details
- Material: plastic
- Size: 16 x 10 x 10 cm
- Net weight: 125 g
- Power: AA or AAA battery (not included)
- Colour: white
- Style: Maneki-neko
- Country of origin: China