Daruma

The Daruma is a traditional Japanese lucky charm, embodying perseverance and determination. Representing Bodhidharma, the founder of Zen Buddhism, it is used to make wishes: one eye is painted when making a wish, then the second once it has been granted. Its round shape and weighted base allow it to always rise, symbolizing the ability to overcome obstacles. Available in different colors, each with a specific meaning (red for luck, yellow for wealth, etc.), the Daruma is a popular decorative object and a meaningful gift.