In modern Japanese culture, the symbol of the owl has a special meaning. Many Japanese people like to wear an item in the shape of an owl. If you walk around the shops or take the subway in Japan, you will often come across owls as neckbands, decals, phone cases or straps, stuffed animals … in all shapes and sizes. size. Owls are also popular symbols like Hello Kitty cats or Rilakkuma bears, but for a different meaning. In Japan, owls bring luck and protect you from life risks.
This symbol of luck comes from the pronunciation of the Fukuro owl, in which the word 福 fuku, means luck;来 ku, which is similar to “to”;郎 ro as son’s common name suffix. In short, Fukuro means “good fortune” or a lucky charm to welcome the god of fortune. In addition, Fu also means “none”, kuro means “difficulty”, so the owl is also considered a symbol to help people overcome difficulties, or repel difficulties in life.
Some believe that different colors and shapes of the owl logo bring different luck and strength. This is the reason why there are so many souvenirs and owls made in many designs and models sold in Japan.
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