{"product_id":"ft427-zodiac-dog-figurine-by-yakushigama-薬師窯","title":"FT427 - Zodiac Dog figurine by Yakushigama 薬師窯","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis zodiac figurine by Yakushigama (薬師窯) presents the dog (inu), a symbol of loyalty and protection, playfully perched atop a lucky mallet (uchide no kozuchi), one of Japan’s most beloved emblems of good fortune and abundance. The composition brings together two auspicious motifs, creating a piece rich in meaning yet delightfully light in spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRendered in a soft white finish, the dog is decorated with gentle hand-painted details: small floral motifs in red and green adorn its body, while touches of gold highlight the ears, paws, and the mallet beneath. The mallet itself bears the character 寿 (kotobuki), signifying longevity and celebration, further reinforcing the piece’s role as a bearer of blessings. A red collar adds a lively accent, while the attached red-and-white cord evokes traditional celebratory colors associated with happiness and auspicious occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dog, as a zodiac animal, represents fidelity, honesty, and safe guardianship of the home, while the lucky mallet symbolizes the granting of wishes and the multiplication of fortune. Together, they form a harmonious image of protection combined with prosperity—an ideal ornament for the New Year or as a meaningful gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Yakushigama, a kiln with a history spanning over a millennium, this piece reflects the enduring charm of Japanese folk-inspired ceramics. Its warm, approachable character and symbolic richness make it both a decorative treasure and a quiet talisman of happiness and good luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 7 x 4 x 7cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57031550370123,"sku":"FT427","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_b846cc5c-a237-48ce-879a-d92741a496c2.jpg?v=1776185534","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/products\/ft427-zodiac-dog-figurine-by-yakushigama-%e8%96%ac%e5%b8%ab%e7%aa%af","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}