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Charm in the shape of a squash. Many temples sell these amulets (epspecially to older people) as protection again senility and other such diseases.

Woodblock print of frolicking squashes.
Image thanks - https://ukiyo-e.org/

Squashes and other 'lucky' foods are consumed around the winter solstice to help fortify the body for the cold months ahead.

Statue of a friendly squash at Anraku-ji. The temple holds specially services around the winter solstice during which squashes are consumed to protect the body and mind.