Daruma ENGIMONO lucky charm

Daruma doll represents strength to stand up in the face of difficulties. Daruma, a good-luck charm that “falls seven times and rises eight”, can be given as a gift with the hope that the couple will be able to overcome the trials they go through together.

Purpose of the Daruma doll is not to bring general well-being, but rather to help the wearer achieve a goal. When you receive a Daruma, you set yourself a goal, which you hope to achieve in the near future. Once you've set your goal, you color one of the eyes.

Until you've reached your goal, the Daruma will have only one eye. Every time you look at it, it will remind you of your goal and your desires, and bring you luck in achieving them. Only when you've achieved your goal can you color the other eye, thus fulfilling the Daruma's purpose. Daruma are often given as gifts to people who have a goal to achieve.

This could be getting into the high school or university of one's choice, passing an exam or accomplishing a personal feat, such as losing weight or kicking a bad habit. In this case, the amulet contains a fragment of gold leaf, which is supposed to ward off evil. Many Japanese carry this type of amulet in their wallet, purse or handbag as an invitation to good fortune.