Yagisei Lucky Series Printed Tenugui Towel Food Kansai Souvenir Lucky Charm Made in Japan New Design Maneki-neko "Delicious Tour"

A hand towel from the Fuku Maneki Neko series featuring a comical depiction of the traditional Japanese beckoning cat. 100% cotton, made in Japan Size: 35×90cm This hand towel features a traditional Japanese maneki-neko (beckoning cat) design. This fun design features a maneki-neko cat embracing Osaka's "Kitchen of the World" culture during the Edo period. Made in Japan from 100% cotton, it makes a wonderful handkerchief, towel, or decorative piece. It also makes a great souvenir for overseas visitors. [Exploring Delicious Food] During the Edo period, Osaka was known as the "Kitchen of the World," attracting ingredients from all over the country. Sharp knives were made to prepare the ingredients, and the city was known for its unique sake culture. It's said that Osaka's wealthy merchants used restaurants for business negotiations, honing their chefs' skills and leading to the refinement of its cuisine. This historical background is what has led to today's "gourmet culture." [Lucky Maneki-neko Series] While cats are familiar to Japanese people, they were once considered lucky charms for sericulture, as they helped control crops and pests. Now that sericulture has declined, the cat has come to be seen as a lucky charm for business prosperity and household safety. At Yagisei, we use this adorable beckoning cat as a motif, combining it with seasonal events and ukiyo-e prints to create pop and comical designs. Enjoy the colorful finishes and the diverse expressions of the beckoning cats.