Japanese Zodiac Eto Dragon Ornament Figurine New Year's Lucky Charm 4"x4.25"

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View Japanese Zodiac Eto Dragon Ornament Figurine New Year's Lucky Charm 4"x4.25" with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. About the Japanese Zodiac (Eto). They serve as charms that embody prayers and are a typical part of Japanese culture. 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Zodiac ornaments are displayed at New Year in the tokonoma alcove or entrance area to invite good fortune and protection for the coming year. Collecting all 12 varieties is said to bring a full cycle of good fortune. About this item This is a Dragon Zodiac Figurine — one of the 12 zodiac animals. Zodiac figurines are considered a visible form of wishes for family safety, good health, and prosperity. They serve as charms that embody prayers and are a typical part of Japanese culture. The Dragon represents power, authority, vitality. Find your zodiac animal: Your zodiac sign = (Birth year − 4) / 12, check the remainder. (The remainder in the table below is your zodiac number) Example: If your birth year is 1974, (1974 - 4) / 12 = 164 … remainder 2. The remainder is 2, according to the table below your sign is TIGER! The Twelve Animals of the Japanese Zodiac 2026 is the Year of the Horse, symbolizing Energy, success, freedom. Remainder Animal Symbolic Meaning Folklore / Anecdote Upcoming Year 0 Rat Intelligence, fertility, prosperity According to legend, a god announced a race to decide the twelve zodiac animals. The clever Rat rode on the Ox’s back and jumped ahead at the last moment, winning first place. 2032 1 Ox Patience, diligence, honesty Set out early and steadily; admired for perseverance and sincerity. 2033 2 Tiger Courage, strength, decisiveness Symbol of bravery; said to ward off evil spirits. 2034 3 Rabbit Gentleness, safety, progress Associated with peace and leaps forward; in folklore, lives on the moon pounding rice cakes. 2035 4 Dragon Power, authority, vitality Only mythical creature; represents imperial strength and good fortune. 2036 5 Snake Wisdom, rebirth, intuition Linked with mystery and insight; shedding skin symbolizes renewal. 2037 6 Horse Energy, success, freedom Known for speed and vitality; often linked to travel and progress. 2026 7 Sheep/Goat Harmony, kindness, family Symbol of peace and community; gentle and artistic nature. 2027 8 Monkey Cleverness, adaptability, curiosity Trickster figure in folklore; quick-witted and playful. 2028 9 Rooster Diligence, punctuality, prosperity Heralds the dawn; associated with honesty and hard work. 2029 10 Dog Loyalty, protection, justice Faithful guardian; represents friendship and moral integrity. 2030 11 Boar Courage, determination, health Charged straight to the goal in the zodiac race; symbolizes bravery and vitality. 2031 Shipping We usually ship within 3 business days of receiving cleared payment. 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Country of Origin

Japan

Item Height

4"

Theme

Japanese Zodiac

Material

Porcelain

Item Width

4.25"

Handmade

Yes

Culture

Japanese