Orange Furisode Lucky Cat Cat Delicate flowers in soft shades

Delicate flowers in soft shades of yellow

The detailed artwork in the Iidaya/Akae tradition is truly remarkable

which is a characteristic of Kutani ware

To one's surprise

Orange Furisode Lucky Cat Cat Delicate flowers in soft shadesThis lucky cat, or maneki neko in Japanese, is dressed in an orange furisode kimono, adorned with cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, and pine treesa gorgeous and traditional pattern. Symbolizing good fortune and crafted with traditional skill, this Japanese figurine is perfect as a personal keepsake or a thoughtful gift. Furisode is a kimono with long furi "sleeves," and is worn as the first formal attire for young women at coming of age ceremonies,