{"product_id":"japanese-hand-carved-lucky-cat-car-21396","title":"Hand Carved Wood Maneki Neko Car Charm – Feng Shui Lucky Cat","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspiration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have always loved small handmade ornaments that carry a little bit of meaning and personality. When I first saw this hand-carved lucky cat, it immediately reminded me of traditional good-luck charms that people like to keep close in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smiling cat design symbolizes good fortune, protection, and prosperity. I like the idea that something small hanging in your car can bring a bit of warmth, positivity, and charm to your daily journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor me, pieces like this are not just decorations — they are little companions that travel with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is hand carved from natural wood and then carefully hand painted. Every line of the carving is created manually, which means no two cats will ever look exactly the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat small variation is actually something I love about handmade work. It gives every piece its own personality and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the carving is done by hand, you may notice tiny differences in the details or wood texture — this is part of what makes handmade objects special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMain material: Schima wood (natural hardwood)\u003cbr\u003e\nDecorative beads: natural crystal beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wooden flower and lucky cloud details are made from peach wood, a material traditionally believed to carry protective symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe round charm with the word “Peace” is carved from ivory fruit (vegetable ivory), a natural plant-based material rather than plastic or resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause natural materials are used, you may see small natural marks, grain patterns, or tiny variations in color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLucky cat carving size:\u003cbr\u003e\napproximately 55 × 53 × 37 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is individually hand carved, so slight differences in size may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow It Can Be Used\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI personally love hanging this piece from a car rearview mirror, where it gently moves with the motion of the car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be used as:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\ta car hanging ornament\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\ta rearview mirror charm\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\ta feng shui good luck charm\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\ta bag charm\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\ta small decorative pendant for home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the cat is hand painted, please avoid contact with:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\twater\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\tperfume\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\tessential oils\u003cbr\u003e\n\t•\tchemical liquids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso remember that every handmade carving may have slight variations in shape or color. I see this as part of the beauty of handcrafted work.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MiU Life Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45643136467135,"sku":null,"price":26.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/2502\/3167\/files\/il_fullxfull.7793647434_4fqe.jpg?v=1778919329","url":"https:\/\/www.miulifestore.com\/products\/japanese-hand-carved-lucky-cat-car-21396","provider":"MiU Life Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}