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Tai-kin Red sea bream ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Tai-kin Red sea bream ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Tai-kin Red sea bream ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Sea bream is also known as "Medetai". "Tai-kin" name is a combination of "tai-kin" and "dai-kin", meaning "big money", to bring you good luck. Sea bream is a long-lived fish (it could live for decades), making it a symbol of longevity. Sea bream's body surface is red, a color that symbolizes protection from evil spirits and...

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Tai-kin Red sea bream ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Sea bream is also known as "Medetai". "Tai-kin" name is a combination of "tai-kin" and "dai-kin", meaning "big money", to bring you good luck. Sea bream is a long-lived fish (it could live for decades), making it a symbol of longevity. Sea bream's body surface is red, a color that symbolizes protection from evil spirits and...

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Rabbit ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Rabbit ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Rabbit ENGIMONO lucky charm

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It has long been said that rabbit lives in the moon and makes longevity elixirs. It is also said to symbolize leap forward, due to its bounding movements. Rabbit's great reproductive capacity symbolizes "prosperity of offspring", and the way it hops symbolizes the fact that "things will be resolved without problems". <p...

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Rabbit ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

It has long been said that rabbit lives in the moon and makes longevity elixirs. It is also said to symbolize leap forward, due to its bounding movements. Rabbit's great reproductive capacity symbolizes "prosperity of offspring", and the way it hops symbolizes the fact that "things will be resolved without problems". <p...

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Red plum blossom ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Red plum blossom ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Red plum blossom ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Red plum means "graceful" and "lustrous". Tenjin-sama's plum blossoms are a talisman for success. Plum blossoms are a symbol of good fortune. Their blossoming is indicative of life in full bloom. Current amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf to ward off evil. Many Japanese carry this type of amulet in their wallet or purse as...

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Red plum blossom ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Red plum means "graceful" and "lustrous". Tenjin-sama's plum blossoms are a talisman for success. Plum blossoms are a symbol of good fortune. Their blossoming is indicative of life in full bloom. Current amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf to ward off evil. Many Japanese carry this type of amulet in their wallet or purse as...

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Dragon ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Dragon ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Dragon ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Golden dragon is said to have the greatest power to bring good fortune. Dragons are mythical creatures both feared and revered in many cultures. In the East, dragons are considered powerful, benevolent beings who represent good fortune. Dragon is a symbol of power, courage, strength, wisdom and protection. What's more, the...

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Dragon ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Golden dragon is said to have the greatest power to bring good fortune. Dragons are mythical creatures both feared and revered in many cultures. In the East, dragons are considered powerful, benevolent beings who represent good fortune. Dragon is a symbol of power, courage, strength, wisdom and protection. What's more, the...

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Horse ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Horse ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Horse ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Horse is an animal that symbolizes vigorous vitality and is said to bring good fortune and luck in business. It is said to invite good luck and connections in business. It is a good-luck charm mainly used in business and commercial circles. Here, the amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf believed to ward off evil. <p...

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Horse ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Horse is an animal that symbolizes vigorous vitality and is said to bring good fortune and luck in business. It is said to invite good luck and connections in business. It is a good-luck charm mainly used in business and commercial circles. Here, the amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf believed to ward off evil. <p...

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White snake ENGIMONO lucky charm

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White snake ENGIMONO lucky charm

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White snake ENGIMONO lucky charm

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In Japanese folklore, white snake, known as shirohebi, is considered sacred and has been revered since ancient times. It is reputed to be a messenger of Benzaiten, a goddess associated with art, music and eloquence in Japanese Buddhism. The white snake is often associated with good fortune and is considered a bearer of blessings...

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White snake ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

In Japanese folklore, white snake, known as shirohebi, is considered sacred and has been revered since ancient times. It is reputed to be a messenger of Benzaiten, a goddess associated with art, music and eloquence in Japanese Buddhism. The white snake is often associated with good fortune and is considered a bearer of blessings...

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Red goldfish ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Red goldfish ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Red goldfish ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Goldfish has long been considered a lucky fish. It symbolizes prosperity, good fortune, chance to have children (in Japan, children are called kodakara, children's treasures), harmony in home and wealth accumulation. Goldfish are said to bring good luck. Current amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf to ward off evil. <p...

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Red goldfish ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Goldfish has long been considered a lucky fish. It symbolizes prosperity, good fortune, chance to have children (in Japan, children are called kodakara, children's treasures), harmony in home and wealth accumulation. Goldfish are said to bring good luck. Current amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf to ward off evil. <p...

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Owl ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Owl ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Owl ENGIMONO lucky charm

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In ancient Greece, owls were considered symbols of wisdom. In Japan, they are considered a good-luck charm, as Japanese word for owl is "fukuro", which can be written phonetically using characters meaning "no difficulties". Moreover, as owls can see in the dark, they are also a talisman that brings their owner success in...

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Owl ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

In ancient Greece, owls were considered symbols of wisdom. In Japan, they are considered a good-luck charm, as Japanese word for owl is "fukuro", which can be written phonetically using characters meaning "no difficulties". Moreover, as owls can see in the dark, they are also a talisman that brings their owner success in...

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Uchide-no-Kozuchi mallet ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Uchide-no-Kozuchi mallet ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Uchide-no-Kozuchi mallet ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Japan has a rich culture of engimono or traditional lucky charms. "Engi" means luck and "mono" means thing or piece. These lucky charms popularity is closely linked to the Buddhist and Shinto religions, which place great emphasis on sacred amulets and superstition. Japanese literature and poetry frequently feature animals,...

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Uchide-no-Kozuchi mallet ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Japan has a rich culture of engimono or traditional lucky charms. "Engi" means luck and "mono" means thing or piece. These lucky charms popularity is closely linked to the Buddhist and Shinto religions, which place great emphasis on sacred amulets and superstition. Japanese literature and poetry frequently feature animals,...

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Porcinet ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Porcinet ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Porcinet ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Japan has a rich culture of engimono or traditional lucky charms. "Engi" means luck and "mono" means thing or piece. These lucky charms popularity is closely linked to the Buddhist and Shinto religions, which place great emphasis on sacred amulets and superstition. Japanese literature and poetry frequently feature animals,...

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Porcinet ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Japan has a rich culture of engimono or traditional lucky charms. "Engi" means luck and "mono" means thing or piece. These lucky charms popularity is closely linked to the Buddhist and Shinto religions, which place great emphasis on sacred amulets and superstition. Japanese literature and poetry frequently feature animals,...

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Rat ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Rat ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Rat ENGIMONO lucky charm

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As rats often give birth to a greater number of offspring, they are considered lucky creatures, associated with “prosperity in business” and “prosperity of offspring”. In Japan, rats are symbols of fertility, resourcefulness, adaptability and intelligence. The amulet here contains a fragment of gold leaf believed to ward off...

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Rat ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

As rats often give birth to a greater number of offspring, they are considered lucky creatures, associated with “prosperity in business” and “prosperity of offspring”. In Japan, rats are symbols of fertility, resourcefulness, adaptability and intelligence. The amulet here contains a fragment of gold leaf believed to ward off...

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Momiji red mapple leaf ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Momiji red mapple leaf ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Momiji red mapple leaf ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Maple leaves in the palm of your hand are said to bring you happiness. Maple balances fire element, promotes harmony in relationships and reduces conflict in the home. Red color represents energy, confidence and vitality in Japanese culture, and is often associated with sun, life force or “Ki” and happiness. Red leaves of a...

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Momiji red mapple leaf ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Maple leaves in the palm of your hand are said to bring you happiness. Maple balances fire element, promotes harmony in relationships and reduces conflict in the home. Red color represents energy, confidence and vitality in Japanese culture, and is often associated with sun, life force or “Ki” and happiness. Red leaves of a...

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Four leaves clover ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Four leaves clover ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Four leaves clover ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Clover will certainly bring you happiness. Each leaf of a shamrock is thought to represent something. The first three represent faith, hope and love. If you come across a clover with a fourth leaf, it represents luck. It is said that whoever brings with them a four-leaf clover is supposed to be spared accidents or unfortunate...

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Four leaves clover ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Clover will certainly bring you happiness. Each leaf of a shamrock is thought to represent something. The first three represent faith, hope and love. If you come across a clover with a fourth leaf, it represents luck. It is said that whoever brings with them a four-leaf clover is supposed to be spared accidents or unfortunate...

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Daruma ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Daruma ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Daruma ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Daruma doll represents strength to stand up in the face of difficulties. Daruma, a good-luck charm that “falls seven times and rises eight”, can be given as a gift with the hope that the couple will be able to overcome the trials they go through together. Purpose of the Daruma doll is not to bring general well-being, but rather...

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Daruma ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Daruma doll represents strength to stand up in the face of difficulties. Daruma, a good-luck charm that “falls seven times and rises eight”, can be given as a gift with the hope that the couple will be able to overcome the trials they go through together. Purpose of the Daruma doll is not to bring general well-being, but rather...

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Panda ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Panda ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Panda ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Japanese pronunciation of word “panda” is similar to pronunciation of word “panpan ni naru”, which means to fill one's wallet, a lucky charm to increase one's fortune. In Japan, pandas are widely regarded as a symbol of diplomacy. During the Tang dynasty, Empress Wu Zetian sent a pair of pandas to the Japanese emperor, and this...

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Panda ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Japanese pronunciation of word “panda” is similar to pronunciation of word “panpan ni naru”, which means to fill one's wallet, a lucky charm to increase one's fortune. In Japan, pandas are widely regarded as a symbol of diplomacy. During the Tang dynasty, Empress Wu Zetian sent a pair of pandas to the Japanese emperor, and this...

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Turtle ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Turtle ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Turtle ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Turtles have long been known for their longevity and ability to lay many eggs. They are also said to “give birth to money”. As turtles are long-lived, they are considered a symbol of longevity and good luck. Turtle's common name is Zeni turtle, which comes from the fact that shape of its shell resembles a koban (an ancient...

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Turtle ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Turtles have long been known for their longevity and ability to lay many eggs. They are also said to “give birth to money”. As turtles are long-lived, they are considered a symbol of longevity and good luck. Turtle's common name is Zeni turtle, which comes from the fact that shape of its shell resembles a koban (an ancient...

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Sakura ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Sakura ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Sakura ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Cherry blossoms are very popular because they bring good luck! May cherry blossoms bloom and your life flourish. In ancient times, cherry blossoms were used to predict the year's harvest. Cherry blossom motif is therefore a symbol of “good fortune”, “prosperity and abundance”. Here, the amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf to...

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Sakura ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Cherry blossoms are very popular because they bring good luck! May cherry blossoms bloom and your life flourish. In ancient times, cherry blossoms were used to predict the year's harvest. Cherry blossom motif is therefore a symbol of “good fortune”, “prosperity and abundance”. Here, the amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf to...

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Koinobori carp ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Koinobori carp ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Koinobori carp ENGIMONO lucky charm

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Koinobori is a carp-shaped windsock traditionally used in Japan to celebrate Children's Day, which takes place every May 5. If you're in Japan at the end of April, you'll be able to see these beautiful scaly streamers in the Japanese landscape! In traditional Japanese art, the carp - or koi in Japanese - represents strength and...

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Koinobori carp ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

Koinobori is a carp-shaped windsock traditionally used in Japan to celebrate Children's Day, which takes place every May 5. If you're in Japan at the end of April, you'll be able to see these beautiful scaly streamers in the Japanese landscape! In traditional Japanese art, the carp - or koi in Japanese - represents strength and...

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O jizo-sama ENGIMONO lucky charm

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O jizo-sama ENGIMONO lucky charm

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O jizo-sama ENGIMONO lucky charm

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This little character is an important figure for Japanese people, who ask her for help or implore her as they would a mother. Of all the deities, he's certainly the one to whom the Japanese feel closest. This little Jizo can help you chase away bad luck and make your wishes come true. His image is omnipresent in temples, towns...

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O jizo-sama ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japanese lucky charms

This little character is an important figure for Japanese people, who ask her for help or implore her as they would a mother. Of all the deities, he's certainly the one to whom the Japanese feel closest. This little Jizo can help you chase away bad luck and make your wishes come true. His image is omnipresent in temples, towns...

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