What are the Meanings Behind the Japanese Lucky Cat?

It is likely that everyone at one stage or another has come across a Japanese lucky cat, but why are the meanings behind them so significant?

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Who is the lucky cat Maneki Neko?

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What's the story behind Japan's lucky cats?

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What Is Maneki Neko, aka the Lucky Cat?

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