Uchide-no-Kozuchi mallet ENGIMONO lucky charm

Japan has a rich culture of engimono or traditional lucky charms. "Engi" means luck and "mono" means thing or piece. These lucky charms popularity is closely linked to the Buddhist and Shinto religions, which place great emphasis on sacred amulets and superstition.

Japanese literature and poetry frequently feature animals, plants and objects that can bring good or bad luck. OSAIFUNI "for Your Wallet" series is made of clear glass and molded with auspicious motifs. Glass is filled with "gold leaf" to make it sparkling and beautiful, making it even more auspicious, easier to collect and more pleasant to receive.

Product's miniature size means that anyone can buy several pieces and carry them in their wallet, resulting in more positive purchases. Daikokuten, one of Japan's seven gods of good fortune, holds the “Uchide-no-Kozuchi”, a small mallet that is believed to grant all wishes. Daikokuten, known as the god of the five grains, is the symbol of wealth, fertility and abundance.