Beckoning cat of Japan

A “lucky cover” from Japan ! 

The maneki-neko (Japanese:, literally "beckoning cat") is a common Japanese figurine (lucky charm, talisman) which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. In modern times, they are usually made of ceramic or plastic. The figurine depicts a cat (traditionally a calico Japanese Bobtail ) beckoning with an upright paw, and is usually displayed in—often at the entrance of—shops, restaurants, pachinko parlors, and other businesses. Some of the sculptures are electric or battery-powered and have a slow-moving paw beckoning.

The Pokemon named Meowth is based upon the maneki-neko.

Modern Japanese folklore suggests that keeping a talisman of good fortune, such as the maneki-neko, in bedrooms and places of study will bring about favorable results and life successes.

The cover has come with an interesting postmark showing the Beckoning cat , a Japanese train and a building as well ! 

Thanks chisako for this lucky cover ;) 

Update : 29-03-2019

Thanks Masako for this cover with the MS :)