Hello Kitty

Ever seen this little guy up on the counter at your local China Wok Supreme Buffet?

He belongs to a special category of curiosities I call "NOT CHINESE". You wouldn't know that though, as he prowls the countertops of restaurants in both China and America. He is actually popular throughout Asia. This money snatching kitty from Japan is thought to bring luck and fortune. His name is Maneki Neko "The Beckoning Cat" and you can read more about him here.