? This Maneki Neko Lucky Cats salt and pepper shaker set is made of high quality glossy ceramic, hand painted and polished individually. ? This Maneki Neko Lucky Cats salt and pepper shaker set measures approximately 3.5" tall, 2.25" wide and 2.25" deep each. Together they weigh about 7 ounces. ? Add some flair to your kitchen and dining setup with these auspicious salt pepper shaker set. Two beautifully decorated black maneki neko lucky cats are hand painted in many symbollic colors of prosperity like red, gold, and green. ? The maneki-neko is a common Japanese figurine often believed to bring good luck to the owner. It is also translated as "beckoning cat". The figurine depicts a cat (traditionally a calico Japanese Bobtail) beckoning with an upright paw, and is usually displayed-often at the entrance-of shops, restaurants, pachinko parlors, and other businesses.