Gōtokuji Temple

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Maneki-neko temple

Founded in 1480, Gōtokuji Temple is a Sōtō Zen Buddhist site nestled in a serene Setagaya neighborhood. Dubbed the 'cat temple,' it's internationally known for thousands of white maneki-neko figurines linked to the legend of a cat saving Ii Naotaka from a lightning strike. The calm, contemplative grounds feature a Shōfuku-den, a graveyard of the Ii clan, and a three-storied pagoda.

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When to go

Weekday mornings

Buy a maneki-neko, dedicate it near Shōfuku-den.

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Opening hours

  • Monday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours can change. Check with the venue before you go.

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