This BEAMS JAPAN exclusive tanuki figurine is crafted in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, home to the renowned tradition of Shigaraki ware. Finished in a rich indigo hue, the figure symbolizes wisdom, focus, perseverance, and success. It holds a notebook inscribed with the character 勝 (katsu), meaning "victory," expressing wishes for academic achievement, personal growth, and future accomplishments.

• BEAMS JAPAN exclusive Shigaraki ware tanuki figurine
• Crafted in Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, a historic center of Japanese ceramics
• Finished in indigo, a traditional Japanese dye associated with focus, strength, and success
• Features a notebook inscribed with the character 勝 (katsu), meaning "victory"
• Designed as a symbol of academic achievement, perseverance, and personal growth
• Traditional tanuki figure associated with good fortune, prosperity, and success
• Incorporates the Shigaraki Tanuki's traditional Eight Blessings symbolism
• Hat symbolizes protection from unexpected difficulties and misfortune
• Eyes represent awareness, observation, and thoughtful judgment
• Face symbolizes kindness, sincerity, and harmonious relationships
• Sake flask represents abundance, prosperity, and life's blessings
• Scroll symbolizes trust, integrity, and reliability
• Belly represents calmness, confidence, and decisive action
• Money bag symbolizes wealth and wise financial management
• Tail signifies stability, perseverance, and lasting success
• Crafted in one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, with a pottery tradition dating back to before the Kamakura period
• Ideal as a decorative accent, lucky charm, or meaningful gift for students and goal-setters
• SKU number: 56-78-1311-067-79

Made in Japan.

Shigaraki Ware
Pottery made in Shigaraki, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture. It is one of Japan's six oldest pottery production areas, home to ancient kilns that have been operating since before the Kamakura period.

Width: 3.74 in | Height: 4.53 in | Depth: 2.36 in

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