Authentic Japanese Vintage Maneki Neko Lucky Cat Coin Bank Statue JP

Authentic 1980s Japanese Vintage Maneki Neko Lucky Cat Coin Bank

Bring traditional Japanese good fortune into your home with this authentic 1980s Japanese vintage Maneki Neko (招き猫), a beautifully crafted Lucky Cat sourced directly from a Japanese Antique Government Auction.

This cheerful Maneki Neko features the classic raised paw welcoming prosperity, happiness, and good fortune. It wears a decorative green bib with a bell around its neck and proudly holds a traditional koban coin marked with 千万両 (Senman Ryō), symbolizing immense wealth and prosperity. The red plaque in its raised paw reads 開運 (Kaiun), meaning "Good Fortune" or "Luck."

The figure includes a coin slot on the back, allowing it to function as a decorative savings bank.

Because the figure is permanently sealed and was acquired through a Japanese antique auction, the exact internal composition cannot be confirmed. It appears to be made from mixed materials, and the body has a durable, smooth painted finish typical of Japanese decorative pieces from the Showa Period.

Whether displayed in a home, office, business, tea room, or Japanese-themed collection, this Lucky Cat represents one of Japan's most recognizable cultural symbols and makes a wonderful gift for collectors and lovers of Japanese décor.

Every item in our collection is carefully sourced from official Japanese antique auctions, ensuring authenticity and historical provenance.

Features
Authentic Japanese vintage
Circa 1980s (Showa Period)
Traditional Maneki Neko Lucky Cat
Original Japanese decorative coin bank
Mixed material construction
Hand-painted finish
Traditional raised paw design
Features "Kaiun" (Good Fortune) plaque
Decorative koban prosperity coin
Functional coin slot
Purchased from a Japanese Antique Government Auction
One-of-a-kind collectible
Approximate Dimensions
Height: 24 cm (9.4 inches)
Width: 20 cm (7.9 inches)
Depth: 18 cm (7.1 inches)

(Approximate measurements.)

Condition

This authentic Japanese vintage Maneki Neko remains in very good vintage condition.

The figure displays only light age-related wear consistent with careful use over the past four decades. The painted finish remains bright, clean, and attractive, with no major damage observed.

Because the coin bank is permanently sealed and was purchased through a Japanese antique auction, the interior cannot be opened without causing damage. For this reason, the exact materials used in its construction cannot be confirmed and are described as mixed materials.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the item's description.

Additional Information
Japanese Name 招き猫 (Maneki Neko)
Translation "Beckoning Cat" or "Lucky Cat"
Period Showa Era (1980s)
Origin Japan
Construction Mixed materials (exact composition unknown)
Function Decorative Coin Bank (Money Box)

Symbolism
The Maneki Neko is one of Japan's most beloved symbols and is traditionally believed to bring:
Good fortune
Financial prosperity
Business success
Happiness
Good luck
Welcoming positive energy

The inscription 開運 (Kaiun) means "Good Fortune" or "Opening the Way to Good Luck."

The large koban coin marked 千万両 (Senman Ryō) represents great wealth and abundance.

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📦 Condition
Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the item description. Dimensions and additional details are provided in the images.