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Gotokuji Temple
豪徳寺 (曹洞宗 大谿山)4.6
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based on 467 reviewsOpen Opens at 6:00-17:00
Recommended sightseeing time:1-2 hour
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2-chōme-24-7 Gōtokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, JapanMap
Phone+81 3-3426-1437
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Cat-filled temple! Quite the journey to get here but quite worth it 🐱 So many cat statues around and just heaven if you’re a cat lover. Keep in mind the opening hours though!
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Gotoku-ji Temple, located in Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, is a temple and the birthplace of the famous "lucky cat". Hao De Temple was built in 1480 and belonged to the Rinzai Sect earlier, and in 1584 it was changed to the Caodong Sect. The temple is very large in scale and the environment is very quiet. Every spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom near the temple. The Setagaya Castle Ruins are nearby.
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Gotokuji Temple Guide in Tokyo, Japan | Super Cute Maneki-Neko for Good FortuneThere is an adorable Maneki-Neko (beckoning cat) shrine in Tokyo, Japan. It is the birthplace of the Maneki-Neko—Gotokuji Temple⛩️ There are about a thousand Maneki-Neko cats in the temple. Here, you can enjoy the freedom of Maneki-Neko🆓 Gotokuji Temple was established in 1633. It has a history of over 300 years. The entire temple has a strong Japanese style. It's also very picturesque when photographed alone. Each season features different flowers. There are male and female Maneki-Neko, too. The cat raising its left paw is the male Maneki-Neko for wealth. The cat raising its right paw is the female Maneki-Neko for fortune. If you want a Maneki-Neko, there are specialized sales inside the temple. There are 9⃣️ different styles and 8⃣️ sizes available. If you wish to make a wish, take a Maneki-Neko home. Once your wish comes true, bring the Maneki-Neko back to the temple. Exchange it for a larger one to continue the cycle♻️ of wishes. The Maneki-Neko displayed in the temple are all for fulfilling vows. Please do not touch or take them home casually. There are quite a few tourists here. It is recommended to go early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid the crowds. 🍃The best season: Maple🍁 season + Cherry Blossom🌸 season 🚇Transportation: Take the Odakyu Line from Shinjuku to 'Gotokuji Station' and walk for 15min ⏲️Hours: 6:00-18:00 (from March); 6:00-17:00 (from September)vasquez.the.valdez4
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Visit the cat temple for good luckYou’ve probably noticed this temple start to pop up all over social media. Gōtoku-ji is a Buddhist temple located in the Gōtokuji district in the suburbs of Tokyo. Although it’s a little out of the way from most of the other tourist attractions in the city, if you’ve got plenty of time in your Tokyo itinerary I would include it, however if you’ve only got a very limited time I would probably skip it due to the extra transit time. It’s known as the lucky cat temple because of all the maneki-neko (those white cat figurines with their paw up, which symbolises good luck). The temple also allows you to purchase your own cat figurine in a variety of sizes, with the smallest ranging from 300yen / $3 to the largest at 5000 yen / $50. You can then make a wish on the cat for good luck and leave it behind at the temple with all the other cat figurines or take it home with you. They do say though if you do take it home with you, once your wish is fulfilled you should return the cat to the temple to give thanks. There’s also an actual cat that lives at the temple so be sure to keep an eye out.#TokyoOne World Just Go25
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Tokyo's Secret Garden: Gotokuji and the Blessing of a Thousand Cats.Discover Gotokuji This place is not only a shrine It is also a paradise for Maneki-neko, the beckoning cats Behind the Hall of Fortune Thousands of Maneki-neko are arrayed in a sacred formation From tiny to huge Each one is an embodiment of a wish In spring, cherry blossoms bloom In autumn, maple leaves are like fire Every step is taken on verses Every scene is immersed in a painting The beckoning cats whisper legends Come here to make a wish Take a cat home When the wish comes true Bring it back And exchange it for a bigger one to prove your faith No admission fee Your spirit can enter But be careful The beauty here is as fragile as cat porcelain Convenient transportation The adorable cat tram or regular routes Can take you to this magical place Take the Tokyu Railway at Sangenjaya Station Or transfer to the Odakyu Line from Shinjuku Every journey is the beginning of yearning Gotokuji Is not just a place to visit It is also a destination for the soul In this secret garden Every beckoning cat whispers softly Telling you Hope can be touched Just like every cherry blossom you gently stroke Every fallen leaf Hides a deep blessingDeanisgood1
The birthplace of the Maneki-neko | Gotokuji Temple, Tokyo✨ Gotokuji is located in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo. It is a Buddhist temple of the Soto sect, originally of the Rinzai sect, with the mountain name Daxi Mountain. This is the birthplace of the Maneki-neko. ✨ Gotokuji is a very famous blessing temple locally, and the temple is full of cute Maneki-neko🐱 ✨ If you want to fulfill your wishes, you can take a Maneki-neko home. After the wish is fulfilled, you can return it and take a bigger one back🔙 In this way, good luck will always follow you! This is also the origin of the thousands of Maneki-neko🐱 in Gotokuji. Route🚏: Navigate to the back door, there are instructions on the back door, follow the wall, you can reach the front door. ✨ The origin of Gotokuji: It is said that once a person came back from hunting and passed by here, he saw a cat waving at him. He was very curious and followed the cat into the temple. As a result, as soon as he entered, it started to rain outside, and he was not rained on. Therefore, he felt that this cat was very spiritual, so he specifically built a temple to worship this cat. 🎫Ticket: Free 🚇Transportation: Take the Odakyu Odawara Line to Gotokuji Station, depart from Shinjuku Station, take 9 stops to Gotokuji Station, and it takes about 15 minutes to get there. After arriving, use navigation, and it takes about 10 minutes to walk. 📍Address: 2-24-7 Gotokuji, Setagaya Ward, Tokyo ⏰Time: 6:00-18:00 Tips: I went too late and it was past the time for offering, if you want to offer Maneki-neko, go earlier‼️MELODY WILKERSON23
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Lucky Cat Temple#cherryblossom2024 Gotokuji is located in Setagaya which is one of the quiet neighborhoods in Tokyo. Gotokuji temple is a Buddhist temple and well known for the cat lovers. Maneki Neko is a famous symbol in Japanese culture. It is a white cat with red details and one of it paws raised. The name translate to "beckoning cat", as the cat is believed to beckon good luck and fortune. When the cat raised its right paws, it will bring fortune and money, where as if the left paw is raised, it will attract more customers. The address is 2 Chome-24-7 Gotokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan. Opening hours is from 6am to 5pm. #tripblazers #mytripvlogCozyli1
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Suburbs of Tokyo | Gotokuji Temple, Brimming with Beckoning Cats.Gotokuji Temple, brimming with beckoning cats. Located in Setagaya district of Tokyo, I went there by a self-driving tour. The surrounding environment is quiet and comfortable. Inside the temple, there are over a thousand white beckoning cats greeting visitors, earning it the title of 'Birthplace of the Fortune-Bringing Cat'. Depending on the season, you can see different types of flowers blooming in the temple grounds. When I visited in December, I even saw some autumn leaves. The weather was nice that day, and wearing a kimono to take photos added a special atmosphere! For those who love cats as much as I do, don't miss out!lizeatery13
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Cat-filled temple! Quite the journey to get here but quite worth it 🐱 So many cat statues around and just heaven if you’re a cat lover. Keep in mind the opening hours though!
Gotokuji temple is a serene and culturally rich destination in Tokyo, Japan. Known as the birthplace of the Maneki-neko, or the "beckoning cat," this temple holds significant historical and religious importance. The temple's peaceful ambiance creates a perfect setting for contemplation and relaxation. Whether you're interested in Japanese history, spirituality, or simply seeking a tranquil escape from the bustling city, Gotokuji temple is a must-visit gem that offers a glimpse into Japan's fascinating heritage. The cute Maneki-neko here is one of the most Instagrammed spots in Japan. One can get some cute cat souvenirs back home for good fortune.
The legendary fortune cat shrine has a lot of cats and super cute opening hours 6:00-18:00 These cats are all bought back to fulfill their wishes and then taken back. I would like to change to a bigger one. There is a 600-meter shopping street on Yan Road. It is very good to go shopping and delicious octopus roast 👍🏻 Ramen is also delicious 🤤
The Haode Temple in Tokyo is rumored to be the origin of the lucrative cat. Haode Temple is very large. Not only has the main hall, but also the triple tower, Zhaofu Temple, etc. Why would this be the birthplace of the rich cat, it is rumored that the main well Yi Zhixiao was hunting nearby at the time, suddenly saw a cat beckoning him, took him into Haode Temple. After the weather suddenly changed and heavy rain, the master of Ili thought that the cat saved him, so the temple was changed to the Bodhi Temple of Ili's house, and built a cat hall, offering to recruit the cat Guanyin, it became the cause of the rich cat! Now you can see that there are mountains and valleys, big and small fortune cats brought home for worship, hope to attract good luck.
The environment is very good, because there are not many people, there is more atmosphere, not bad, come back next time!