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Tanuki raccoon lucky piggy bank

  • 36.00€



TANUKI dog/raccoon (with magical powers), inspired by Japanese mythology, is considered a good luck charm in business and a protector from disasters.
Characteristics: Piggy bank in the shape of a tanuki, in its paw it holds the coin bag with lots of luck written on it.
on the belly it is written in Japanese; "pompoko" happiness comes when the belly rings.
Dimensions: 10.5cm high x 7.5cm wide. Material: Porcelain ceramic.

The tanuki of Japanese folklore is a magical and mysterious being. He is considered a quick-change artist, able to change shape at will. In traditional depictions, the tanuki is often depicted as having a friendly and playful appearance, with a large belly and a sly smile. He is often shown with a straw hat and a bottle of sake, symbols of his partying and carefree nature.

Among his transformation abilities, the most common of which is the ability to transform into objects such as plates, cups, or even people. This aspect of the tanuki is often represented in stone sculptures and statues called "tanuki no shigaraki", which can be found throughout Japan, often placed outside restaurants or near temples for good luck.

In Japanese culture, the tanuki is considered a symbol of luck, prosperity and abundance. His image is often used as an amulet or decorative object to bring good luck in commercial or domestic activities. In stories and artistic representations, the tanuki is often depicted as a lively and humorous character, involved in comical or whimsical situations.

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