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Awww... what a cute decoration! You can hang it on your cell phone, bag or purse, etc.
("Netsuke" is a so-called Japanese style strap. Originally, it became popular in the Edo period as a stylish accessory to be carried between a obi and a kimono by attaching it to a wallet. )
In modern Japanese culture, owls are quite significant. Many Japanese people commonly carry an owl charm. In Japan, owls bring luck and offer protection from suffering.
The reason can be found in the Japanese name for owl, Fukuro フクロウ (梟), which can be written in different sets of characters: One with the meaning of luck (福 fuku, luck; 来 ku, to come; 郎 ro suffix used in boys' names), and the other as protection from hardship (不 fu, no, 苦労 kurou suffering/hardship).
With its lucky sounding name, owl charms and owl motif decorated items make popular good luck wishing gifts in Japan, and is a great way to wish a friend or loved one good fortune, and a life free from hardship and troubles. Typically gifts bearing the motif of owls are given to loved ones as souvenirs or as special items for well wishing or encouragement. As a result, gifts bearing motif of owls make popular gifts for students at the time of graduation as a fond wish for a smooth sailing journey ahead after graduating from school or college.
Absolutely lovely item - it would make a unique gift.
Size: approx. 3.5 x 3.6 cm
Material: melamine resin
Made in Japan, (Wakayama Prefecture, Kishu lacquerware)
Please note: Details and colors of the images might be slightly different from the actual product. As it is hand made, small imperfections are common in the work in this quality range.
