Good luck Talisman

A good luck talisman is known as "Engimono" in Japanese. It is believed that the engimono brings good luck, and are mainly sold at shops within shrine grounds. People buy them in the hope of having a better fortune.

Today I will share with you a form of the Daruma Doll, which is somewhat like an engimono.

The Japanese buys a Daruma doll when he/she wants to make a wish.

When the doll is bought, one of the eyes is painted in. If the wish does in fact come true, they will paint in the other eye as a sign of gratitude. Election candidates always have one of these dolls in their campaign office.

Getting a Daruma doll is good as a gift for new-borns as it is believed to give good health to both the mother and baby. It can also be a suitable gift for weddings as well.

If you want to have your own Daruma doll, please visit UJ.