Hello Kitty is a popular Japanese character. It is a literal modern translation of 'Maneki Neko' or, the 'Beckoning Cat' which is a symbol of welcome and is used in many Japenese/Chinese store entrances. Sometimes Maneki Neko has his left paw up, sometimes the right. The left paw signifies that the business owner is inviting in it's customers. The right paw invites in money or good fortune. Most Maneki Neko's are calico cats; the male calico is so rare it's considered lucky in Japan But Maneki Neko may be white, black, red, gold, or pink to ward off illness, bad luck, or evil spirits and bring financial success, good luck, health and love. Maneki Nekos made in Japan show the palm of the paw, imitating the manner in which Japenese people beckon. North American Maneki Nekos show the back of the paw, imitating the way we gesture 'come here.' The higher Maneki Neko holds his paw, the more good fortune is being invited.
According to legend, that cat, called Tama, lived in a poverty stricken temple in 17th century Tokyo. The temple priest often scolded Tama for contributing nothing to the upkeep of the temple. Then one day, a powerful feudal lord named Naotaka Ii was caught in a rainstorm near the temple while returning home from a fishing trip. As the lord took refuge under a big tree, he noticed Tama with her paw raised, beckoning to him, inviting him to nter he temple's front gate. Intrigued, Naotaka decided to get a closer look at he cat. Suddenly, the tree was struck by lightening and fell on the exact spot where the lord had just been standing. Tama had saved his life! In gratitude, Naotaka made the little temple his family temple and became it's benefactor. Tama and the priest never went hungry again. After a long life, Tama was buried in gratitude at the Goutokuji temple. Goutokuji still exists, housing dozens of statues of the Beckoning Cat.
Hello Kitty is the modern version of this, so many kids have good fortune (probably)
Source- Uncle John's Unstoppable Bathroom Reader
Hello Kitty is the modern version of this, so many kids have good fortune (probably)
Source- Uncle John's Unstoppable Bathroom Reader
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Standard call for rapists before striking. Also used to express desire or simply to fill silences. Common among youths of rural Wales.
Feminine tense: Hello Kitten
Common northern version: Ay-up fluffy whiskers
Feminine tense: Hello Kitten
Common northern version: Ay-up fluffy whiskers
Teacher: "One more word out of any of you and you'll all have detention!"
Pause
Legend: "Hello kitty."
Fit girl walks past
Male: "Hello Kitty..."
Male takes of shirt in gym
Woman: "Hello kitten..."
Young woman out jogging. Male jumps out in front of her. Tense pause. He smiles.
"Hello Kitty."
Pause
Legend: "Hello kitty."
Fit girl walks past
Male: "Hello Kitty..."
Male takes of shirt in gym
Woman: "Hello kitten..."
Young woman out jogging. Male jumps out in front of her. Tense pause. He smiles.
"Hello Kitty."
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the most common type of sleep paralysis demon. also in some mediterranean areas it is used as very offensive curse word. it's very dangerous
AHHH IT'S HELLO KITTY
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by breelee April 27, 2007
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The most adorable, beutiful, pretty, loving, friendly, amazing, miraculous, kitty ever! She has wonderful merchandise too and a twin sister named Mimmy who is also phenominal! She has cosmic powers to rule the world and everyone who insults her will be ruled by her in the after life.
Lawryn and Tiff have beautiful Hello Kitty bags which make them superior to the rest of the world because Hello Kitty is always with them.
by Whitney Fontaine Sheniqua June 03, 2007
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by PrincessAnna September 07, 2009
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Hello Kitty originated in Japan, where it was simply a cartoon cat invented for young children. I, as a child had a pair of Hello Kitty Pj's, several Hello Kitty toys and a Hello Kitty T shirt. However, suddenly, Hello Kitty has evolved into some sort of scene kid mascot. Every scene kid you come across seems to be wearing some sort of Hello Kitty merchandise. The even worse point I am yet to make is that scene kids are basically wannabe emos, and how the hell is Hello Kitty emo at all. This is revolting, as these monsters have transformed a simple children's character into the leader of their ridiculous cult.
Kate the scene kid: "Omg, look at this new tee I got from Afflecks palace! It's Hello kitty!"
Laura the scene kid: "Oh my days! That is so awesome, now we look sooooooooo emo ="
Laura the scene kid: "Oh my days! That is so awesome, now we look sooooooooo emo ="
by Hello Kitty is almost as bad as manga March 11, 2008
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