Although seen in all the Chinatowns and many Asian shops around the world, the Maneki-Neko cat which translates as "beckoning cat", originated in Japan. These fantastic felines have been bringing good luck and prosperity for centuries, by beckoning in friends and customers to your home or business. Simply pop in a couple of batteries and his left paw will wave...or beckon all day and night for months by way of a simple pendulum mechanism. Other commonly used names for these prosperous pussies are The Lucky Cat, The Welcoming Cat, The Beckoning Cat, or The Fortune Cat. This big beautiful pussy cat stands at an impressive 25cm tall and is waving with his left paw...for inviting friendship and customers. Whether or not you believe in lucky amulets, these cats are undeniably attention grabbing, and this oversized one, covered in sparkly gold glitter is a real standout example of this famous feline classic. A fantastic decorative ornament for eclectic, boho, retro, or kitsch homes! Requires 2 x AA batteries (not included)25cm Tall