Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on December 2013

In Japan, the first dream of the new year is called hatsuyume. Any had between December 31 and January 3 seem to qualify, but dreaming something auspicious is what really matters. According to Allabout.co.jp, these top visions bode well for a great 2014.

1. Mt. Fuji

2. たか taka (hawk)

3. なす nasu (eggplant)

4. うちわ uchiwa (folding fan)

5. たばこ tabako (tobacco)

6. Blind man or masseur