Gotokuji is very popular for Maneki-neko, a beckoning cat figurine inviting luck. Gotokuji is located in Tokyo, very accessible from the city. Nevertheless located in the middle of the city, once you set foot in the temple, you can feel at peace and quiet surrounded by beautiful greeners.
Many people visit there as cat lovers would like to be interested in Maneki-neko.
There are a lot of Maneki-neko as you will be surprised by the number of them when you actually visit there - more than you expect.
You can enjoy walking around the beautiful greenery and find cats they display everywhere. Neighbors' cats might be coming to visit, so if you meet them you are lucky!
Gotokuji is not only popular with Maneki-neko, it has beautiful scenery for four seasons.
Whenever you visit, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery as well.
If you see the lucky maneki neko train, you are super lucky. They run on the Setagaya Line.
You can check the schedule operations on their website everyday. If you have time or chance to take a ride, you absolutely would love to enjoy it!
*Japan Rail Pass does not include this line.
You should visit there as you can have a very unique experience!