Japanese Granite Maneki Neko Lucky Cat Statue | Hanazawa Kome

At a Glance

In stock. This listing is for the exact item shown in the photos. Please review the pictures carefully for details and condition.

Condition: New, unused item made in 2016.

This Maneki Neko lucky cat statue is a handcrafted Japanese stone piece made from Hanazawa Kome Granite from Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The raised paw, calm face, and natural stone base give this piece a traditional Japanese good-luck appearance.

Unlike ceramic or plastic lucky cats, this statue is carved from real natural granite. It is compact in size but substantial in weight, with natural grain, mineral patterns, and a quiet stone presence. It is suitable for an entryway, garden, shop, office, study, display shelf, or Japanese-style interior.

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About Maneki Neko

Maneki Neko, often called a Japanese lucky cat, is a well-known good-luck symbol in Japan. The raised paw is traditionally seen as a gesture that invites good fortune, customers, prosperity, and positive relationships.

This stone Maneki Neko has a different feeling from common ceramic or resin lucky cats. The natural granite gives it real weight, durability, and a calm presence, while the soft cat expression keeps the piece friendly and welcoming.

It can be displayed as a Japanese good-luck object, a shop or office accent, or a small hand-carved stone sculpture. Its compact but substantial form makes it easy to place while still giving the space a strong Japanese stone character.

About Hanazawa Kome Granite

Hanazawa Kome Granite is a Japanese granite from the Toyota City area of Aichi Prefecture. It is known for its fine, even grain, calm whitish-gray tone, and natural mineral texture.

This granite has a good balance of hardness and workability, making it suitable for detailed stone carving. It works well for a piece like this lucky cat statue, where the rounded body, face, raised paw, and overall balance need careful handwork.

Geologically, this granite is associated with Late Cretaceous granites in the Toyota area and can be described as natural granite formed roughly 70 to 80 million years ago. This piece brings together ancient Japanese stone and modern Japanese stone-carving skill.

The black specks, mineral patterns, gray tones, and small surface differences visible in the stone are natural features of granite. They are not stains or defects. They are part of the natural character of the stone itself.

About This Piece

This Maneki Neko statue is carved from natural Hanazawa Kome Granite. The rough stone is first cut to size, then shaped and finished by hand while balancing the cat’s rounded form, facial expression, raised paw, body shape, and natural stone-style base.

The rugged base gives the piece a natural, garden-like appearance. The contrast between the rough stone base and the gentle cat expression makes this item visually interesting and distinctly Japanese.

Although compact, this is a solid stone piece. It is suitable for an entryway, garden, shop, office, study, display shelf, or Japanese-style space.

Key Features

• Made from Hanazawa Kome Granite from Toyota City, Aichi, Japan
• Natural granite associated with the Late Cretaceous period, roughly 70 to 80 million years ago
• Fine, even grain with a calm whitish-gray tone
• Good balance of hardness and workability, suitable for stone carving
• Traditional Japanese Maneki Neko lucky cat design with a raised paw
• Natural stone-style base included
• Compact but substantial stone piece for an entryway, garden, shop, office, study, or display shelf

Ideas for Placement

• Place it near an entryway as a Japanese good-luck symbol.
• Display it in a shop or office as a symbol of prosperity, customers, and good fortune.
• Use it in a garden corner or Japanese-style space to add natural stone texture.
• Place it in a study, display shelf, or small alcove-style area as a compact stone sculpture.
• Display it beside bonsai or potted plants to add the presence of natural Japanese granite.

What’s Included

• Maneki Neko lucky cat statue ×1
• Natural stone-style base ×1
• Shipped mainly in 2 sections
• Protective packing for international shipping

Authenticity

• Authentic Japanese handcrafted stone product
• Made with Japanese stoneworking skill
• The listing is for the actual item shown in the photos

Care & Handling

• Please handle both the lucky cat statue and the base carefully during setup.
• Clean gently with a soft brush or dry cloth.
• Avoid detergents and harsh chemicals.
• Differences in grain, tone, dark mineral areas, and fine surface texture are normal characteristics of natural granite.

Shipping & Duties

• Ships from Japan with tracking.
• We pack each order carefully for safe international delivery.
• Please check the photos carefully before purchase.
• Import duties, taxes, and related fees, if any, are the buyer’s responsibility.

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