There are in fact owls in Japan and they are viewed by many as being a symbol of good luck. In this country there are many places that sell owl carvings and figurines which are marketed as being “lucky charms” for people to carry with them wherever they go.
There are also owl stickers and even phone covers which a number of people in this country use. Each culture has its own beliefs and views regarding owls and in Japan a majority of people see them as being lucky in one way or another.