[Mini Arts] Set of Four Mini Japanese Owls (Fukuro) Version

Name: Set of Four Mini Japanese Owls (Fukuro) Version
Type: Mini Arts
Measurement: A table top display item, standing approximately 25mm, width 30mm and a depth 25mm
Package: A package of 4x mini owls
Description: This adorable set of mini owl figurines features soft colours, gentle expressions, and hand-painted details. In Japanese culture, owls are revered as symbols of good fortune, wisdom, and protection, making these charming pieces ideal for bringing positive energy into any space.

Ideal for decorating desks, shelves, or entryways, these owls also make a thoughtful gift for loved ones, housewarmings, or festive occasions.

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In Japan, owls—known as fukuro—have long been treasured as symbols of wisdom, protection, and good fortune. Their name carries a beautiful wordplay: fu (不) meaning “no” and kurō (苦労) meaning “hardship,” giving the meaning “a life without suffering.” Because of this, owl motifs became popular talismans believed to bring smooth days and protect against difficulties.

Traditionally, owls were admired for their ability to see clearly in the dark. This trait led people to believe that owls could guide them through uncertainty, helping them find the right path when answers were not easily seen. In rural Japan, owls were also respected as protectors of crops, as they kept harmful pests away, further strengthening their role as guardians of the household and land.

日本では、ふくろう（梟）は知恵・守護・幸運の象徴として、古くから大切にされてきました。「不苦労（ふくろう）」という言葉遊びから、「苦労のない人生」を願う縁起物として親しまれています。

ふくろうは暗闇でも物を見ることができることから、迷いや不安の中でも正しい道へ導いてくれる存在と考えられてきました。農村部では、害獣を防ぐ鳥として畑や田を守る存在でもあり、家や土地を守る守護の象徴とされていました。