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Everyone Thinks This Lucky Cat Is Chinese… But It’s Actually Japanese!

You've seen it everywhere—the little cat with the waving paw in shop windows and restaurants. But do you know the story behind it? This is the surprising history of the Maneki Neko, Japan's legendary Beckoning Cat. We're uncovering the ancient legends of samurai, lightning strikes, and a loyal temple cat that started it all. We'll also decode the secret meanings behind its colors, which paw is raised, and the accessories it holds. Why does one paw mean money and the other mean customers? And why do people often mistake this Japanese icon for being Chinese? We're answering all of that and more. 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into history, symbols, and hidden stories from around the world! 🔔 CHAPTERS: 0:00 - The Cat You've Seen Everywhere 1:12 - What is a Maneki Neko? 2:35 - Legend 1: The Samurai & The Temple Cat 4:10 - Legend 2: The Courtesan's Cat 4:58 - Legend 3: The Old Woman's Dream 5:40 - Decoding the Paws, Colors & Symbols 7:25 - Japan or China? The Cultural Mix-Up 8:40 - The Lucky Cat in the Modern World 9:50 - Why We Love Symbols of Luck 10:35 - Fun Facts & The Most Expensive Lucky Cat 11:20 - Final Thoughts Keywords & Tags: #ManekiNeko #LuckyCat #JapaneseHistory #Culture #Folklore #Luck #Fortune #Symbolism #GotokujiTemple #EdoPeriod #Japan #ZhaocaiMao #HistoryDocumentary #Curiosity