Waving Cat Maneki Neko. The waving cat is a traditional lucky charm from Asia. It is often found in front of restaurants and shops, attracting customers, success, and prosperity. According to legend, a cat waved to a nobleman to come to the temple, saving him from a severe lightning strike. In gratitude, he generously donated to the shrine. With the XL decorative figure, you too can hope for more luck. The lucky cat is also a beautiful addition to offices or restaurants and makes a great gift idea for special occasions.