The Japanese Make Good Luck Charms Ahead Of Major Elections

TAKASAKI, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 9: A Japanese woman paints a good luck charm, called "Daruma", ahead of the major national elections today November 9, 2003 in Takasaki, Japan. The Daruma is said to bring exceptional good luck in all walks of life, but is used especially during election time by all candidates. People think that if they face a difficult situation, as symbolized by the doll that returns to its original position when knocked over, they will always bounce back. (Photo by Koichi Kamoshida/Getty Images)