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Gotokuji Temple Walking Tour to experience Japanese culture
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1 Hours 30 Minutes
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Offered in: English
Overview
In Japan, there is a culture of decorating manekineko (beckoning cat) to bring prosperity, family safety, and good luck.
This temple is the origin of the beckoning cat.
When you enter the temple, you will be greeted by a large number of beckoning cats.
Many people visit the temple every day to see the beckoning cats and bring happiness into the temple.
Please join our walking tour to learn more about Japanese culture and the origin of beckoning cats.
This time, it also comes with a cute sweet in the shape of Maneki Neko.
I think it is so cute that you will take a picture of it without thinking.
What's Included
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Start time
10:00 AM
What To Expect
Gotokuji, which we will visit this time, is very famous for Manekineko. Manekineko is said to be a cat that brings happiness and luck. We will eat a very cute sweet named after this beckoning cat here.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gotokuji Temple is located in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo. Located in the city, yet surrounded by lush greenery, the temple offers a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere that allows visitors to forget their daily busyness. Please enjoy the seasonal changes in the temple grounds, with plum blossoms, cherry blossoms, peonies, azaleas, autumn leaves, and other seasonal plants and trees. Take a commemorative photo in front of this gate.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
In Japan, there is a culture of placing incense, called osenka, as an offering to Buddha or in front of graves. This time, we will have an experience of incense making at this temple. Please experience Japanese culture and feel a moment of tranquility.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
One day, a lord passing through this area on his way back from hawking was beckoned by a cat at the temple gate and decided to stop by. While he was staying at the temple, thunder suddenly rumbled and rain began to fall. The Tono was very touched by his good fortune, as he was able to avoid the thunderstorm and enjoy talking with the monk. Since then, Gotokuji Temple has called the cat that brought good fortune "Manekineko. Many visitors come to the temple to pray for good luck.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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