Kotobuki Maneki Neko Charm Shigoto-Un Collectible Figurine, Successful Career, RedIn Japan, Red Maneki Neko Are Talismans For Good Business And Having A Successful Career. Although There Are Several Folktales About The Origin Of Maneki Neko, The Most Popular Involves A Stray Cat And An Impoverished Shop Owner. The Story Goes That Despite Being Down On His Luck And Barely Able To Feed Himself, The Impoverished Shop Owner Takes In A Stray, Hungry Cat. Grateful For The Shop Owner'S Charity, The Cat Then Takes Post Outside, Beckoning