Tokyo, Japan 🐾 Must-visit cat-calling spots

#2月好地方2025 Tokyo's Gotokuji Temple, located in Setagaya Ward, is one of the birthplaces of the Maneki Neko and is famous for its thousands of cute white lucky cats. It attracts people to visit, stroll and sightsee, and also to buy amulets and souvenirs related to the lucky cat. Haode Temple mainly includes the following important areas: 1. Main hall: An important building dedicated to the Buddha and the main place of worship in the temple. 2. Zhaofudian: Dedicated to the worship of Naotaka Ii and his family, it is closely related to the legend of the maneki cat. 3. Lucky Cat Offering Area: This is where visitors can offer and place lucky cats. There are various lucky cats displayed here. 4. Tomb of the Ii Family: The well-preserved tomb of the daimyo in Gotoku-ji Temple is the burial place of many members of the Ii family. 5. Bell tower: The bell tower in the temple is a part of the traditional Japanese temple and symbolizes blessing and peace. Remember to pay attention to the business hours of the temple office, which is where you can buy various peripherals, including lucky cats of different sizes. ⛩️Gotokuji Temple Opening hours: 6:00-18:00 Temple Office Hours: 8:00 to 15:00 Address: 2-24-7 Gotokuji, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, Japan Transportation: Take the Tokyu Setagaya Line and get off at Miyanosaka Station, then walk to the Gotoku-ji Temple Gate / Gotoku-ji Temple Shofukuden for about 6 minutes