TANUKI-Japanese lucky charm - Piggy bank
TANUKI-Japanese lucky charm - Piggy bank
Very nice Tanuki-shaped lucky piggy bank is a good omen for business.
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The Tanuki is a raccoon dog native to the Far East and is one of the oldest
Japanese folklore character.
He is considered mischievous but also naive and has a great ability to transform.
Tanuki is also one of the oldest lucky charms, especially protecting business.
Traditional characters
Tanuki: it is the raccoon dog, one of the oldest lucky charms: it has the ability to protect business
Rabbit: is the symbol of sacrifice and generosity
Rana: in Japanese Kaeru, it is an amulet against accidents
Owl/Owl: in Japanese Fukuro, it is the symbol of success and protects finances
Jizo: is the Buddhist monk protector of children and travellers
Kitsune: is the Japanese fox symbol of intelligence and longevity
Daruma: is the symbol of perseverance and tenacity