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    Gotokuji Temple Walking Tour with Numerous Cat Statues

    By DeepExperienceProduct code 174545P100
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    Duration

    1 hour 30 minutes

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English, Japanese

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

    1 hour 30 minutesMobile tickets

    Overview

    Explore Tokyo’s photogenic Gotokuji Temple, famous for its rows of Maneki Neko statues, on a 1.5-hour guided tour. Discover the temple’s unique charm and history with a professional guide, perfect for photography and cultural enthusiasts.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Guide fee

    Other

    Maneki Neko Statue Fee

    Not included

    Other

    Food and Beverage

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    In front of the Gotokuji Station ticket gate. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.

    End point

    In front of the Gotokuji Station ticket gate. The guide will be holding the yellow sign.

    Itinerary

    Standard1 hour 30 minutes
    1

    Stop 1

    10 minutes

    The tour to Gotokuji Temple, a hidden Tokyo landmark whose precincts are filled with beckoning cats, starts here at Gotokuji Station on the Odakyu Line. A statue of a beckoning cat stands in front of the station, welcoming you to the temple.

    2

    Stop 2

    40 minutes

    Gotokuji Temple is a Zen temple in Setagaya, Osaka. The temple grounds are lined with numerous beckoning cat statues, a very impressive sight, and there is a reason for this. Legend has it that the samurai who built the temple was once invited by a cat to enter the temple building, where he was spared from thunderclouds, and the cat was believed to invite people and good fortune. The cat is not only cute but also brings good luck. Purchase a cat statue with your guide!

    3

    Stop 3

    15 minutes

    A bronze statue of a beckoning cat also adorns the temple grounds. Along with many other beckoning cat statues, you can also take a commemorative photo in front of this bronze statue.

    4

    Stop 4

    20 minutes

    A traditional shopping street continues between Gotokuji and the station. Because the shopping street is located in the vicinity of the temple, goods and sweets in the shape of cats can be found along the street. Enjoy a pleasant shopping experience here.

    5

    Pass by stop 5

    The tour ends at Gotokuji Station. From here, you can take the train to Shinjuku or other destinations.

    Additional Info

    Wheelchair Accessible

    Wheelchair accessible

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Transportation Wheelchair Accessible

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible

    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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