This temple is said to be the origin of the Maneki-neko, or the 'beckoning cat'. It's a pleasant story, and cat lovers such as myself would enjoy a visit here. I went there early, around 8:30am and th

We squeezed in a visit to this temple, and even though it was a bit out of the way, it was worth the visit in my opinion. Lots of beckoning cats all over, including for purchase. We spent about 20 m..

10 Stars — An absolutely amazing experience! Gotokuji is a must-visit for anyone in Tokyo. The scenery is gorgeous, and the environment is incredibly peaceful. The staff were so friendly and helpful,