Trivia: The Japanese often display what kind of figurine for good fortune?
Toad
Dog
Cat
Dragon
Correct Answer: Cat
So why is this answer correct? : Although crossing a black cat is perceived as bad luck, a maneki-neko (“beckoning cat”) is exactly the opposite. Often found in shops throughout Japan, this statue depicting a Japanese bobtail cat is typically seen with its left paw raised or swaying up and down. This is believed to be a sign of good fortune and wealth for businesses that place these trinkets in their front windows or entrances.