Japanese people love cats so much. Because Japanese believe cats bring good luck and positive vibes in Japanese culture. So cats played a major role in Japanese culture and society. There are some temples and shrines dedicated to cats in Japan. Therefore stray cats in Japan also can get fresh fish and they are well-fed by people. Masayuki Oki captured amazing photos of stray cats in his lens. Here you can check out his photos. And let’s talk more facts about cats in Japanese culture.
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Fun fact-
According to a Japanese legend, a man was hiding under a tree in a storm and saw a cat waving its paw. Fascinated by this gesture, he approached the cat. And suddenly lightning struck its exact location. So, Vladika believed that his luck was caused by the cat’s behavior. Therefore that attractive hand became a symbol of luck.
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Fun Fact 2
Maneki-Neko is a traditional symbol of good luck that the Japanese believe cats bring. In your favorite Japanese restaurant, the statue can be a typical American, in the form of a water glass. So, This statue is an image of a Japanese Bobtail cat holding a Koban coin. In the call position.
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Maneki-Neko mainly can find at the entrance of shops, restaurants, and other commercial establishments. And can be used as other more practical and portable items. Such as keyrings, chains, bracelets, and piggy banks.
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