Tokyo, Japan — November 3, 2026. KURASHiNOwa, a Japanese traditional craft gift brand, is introducing international audiences to EN (縁), a contemporary maneki-neko (lucky cat) developed through conversations between students and artisans at Kakinuma Ningyo, specialists in Edo Kimekomi craftsmanship.
A lucky cat that celebrates human connection
In Japanese, en describes the meaningful relationships and encounters that shape our lives. Students brought fresh perspectives to the craftsperson-led process, creating an object that connects people and generations while celebrating a familiar symbol of good fortune.
Tradition expressed through colour and pattern
The figure pairs a yukari-inspired colour with white, and features three shippo (interlocking-circle) motifs. These elements represent connections, harmony and the hope that relationships continue to grow.
Edo Kimekomi is a Japanese technique in which cloth is carefully fitted into grooves on a sculpted figure. EN brings that technique into a gift suited to modern homes and workplaces.
Product details
- Name: Edo Kimekomi Maneki-neko “EN” (縁-en-)
- Maker: Kakinuma Ningyo
- Dimensions: 85 × 75 × 130 mm
- Materials: High-performance resin and fabric
- Includes: Chirimen display mat, explanatory leaflet (including English), presentation box
- Listed price in Japan: JPY 12,650 including Japanese consumption tax
View EN in the official KURASHiNOwa shop. International customers can purchase EN through the KURASHiNOwa BASE shop. Destination eligibility, shipping fees and delivery options are confirmed during checkout.
About KURASHiNOwa
KURASHiNOwa is a Japanese craft gift brand developed through the Kyosei Project of Motoi Co., Ltd. Through online retail, market events, and collaborations with artisans, the project connects the stories and skills behind traditional Japanese craft with contemporary daily life.
Media enquiries and image licensing: KURASHiNOwa official website. Product photographs are available only after appropriate rights clearance.
