Well-Dressed Gray Maneki Neko Soukyu Coated with all-natural lacquer using

Coated with all-natural lacquer using traditional Yamanaka lacquerware techniques

while the red pair measures 21 cm (8

This method gives the gold designs an almost "sunken" appearance on the beautiful lacquerware surface as the literal definition of chinkin is "sunken gold" in Japanese

The design helps to concentrate the flavor of high-quality tea leaves such as gyokuro by infusing the leaves slowly with hot water at about 60°C(140°F)

Well-Dressed Gray Maneki Neko Soukyu Coated with all-natural lacquer usingWith a bright yellow ribbon and cute polka dots, this gray maneki neko lucky cat is dressed to the nines. Its eyes and whiskers are painted with an artful touch, while its arched back is a characteristic of the Furuseto style lucky cat figurines. The matte finish and cute, casual design make it easy to enjoy this decoration every day. The distinctive style of this maneki neko appeared during the late Meiji period (18681912 CE) and features a slender,