Tokoname City in Aichi Prefecture is the top producer of Beckoning Cat(beckoning cat) figurines in Japan. Currently, the TOKONAME Gallery is hosting the "Summer Vacation! A Fun and Messy Beckoning Cat Exhibition!"
In Tokoname , the town with the highest production volume of Beckoning Cat ) in Japan, a large collection of Beckoning Cat will gather to brighten up the summer!
At the TOKONAME Gallery, located at the starting point of the Pottery Footpath, you can find a variety of unique Beckoning Cat (beckoning Beckoning Cat) figurines on display, from palm-sized to large, including Maneki-neko in summery colors and charming Beckoning Cat created by popular ceramic artist Yamada Yamada!
These adorable lucky Beckoning Cat are a joy to look at and will bring you good fortune and wonderful summer memories.
When you're out and about during your summer vacation, be sure to stop by the TOKONAME Gallery!



Exhibition overview
![[30 minutes by train from Nagoya] Information on the Maneki Beckoning Cat Beckoning Cat) exhibition in Tokoname City , Japan's top producer of Maneki-neko.](https://resources.matcha-jp.com/resize/720x2000/2026/08/07-268559.webp)
"Summer Vacation! A Fun and Adorable Beckoning Cat Exhibition"
Event period: August 7th (Fri) - August 31st (Mon), 2026
Venue: TOKONAME Gallery (3-8 Sakae Town , Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture )
Time: 9:00-16:00
TEL: 0569-34-8888