Momiji red mapple leaf ENGIMONO lucky charm

Maple leaves in the palm of your hand are said to bring you happiness. Maple balances fire element, promotes harmony in relationships and reduces conflict in the home. Red color represents energy, confidence and vitality in Japanese culture, and is often associated with sun, life force or “Ki” and happiness.

Red leaves of a Japanese maple are said to represent life force that flows through all living things. In Japan, red color is considered a spiritual and powerful hue, warding off evil and signaling good luck and prosperity.

Autumn season is associated with letting go of the old and welcoming new beginnings. A Japanese maple with its red leaves in autumn is an image that reflects this symbolism of change and transformation. Complex, delicate nature of Japanese maple's red leaves represents knowledge, insight and intellect.

Japanese maple changing colors remind people to make the most of every moment, as life is impermanent. The amulet here contains a fragment of gold leaf believed to ward off evil.

Many Japanese carry this type of amulet in their wallet or purse as an invitation to good fortune.