Tokyo Attractions｜Gotokuji Temple

#Tokyo Attractions Gotokuji Temple, an ancient Buddhist holy place established in 1677, is famous for its unique culture of maneki-neko. When you enter the temple, thousands of pure white maneki-neko seem to be waving to you, showing the meaning of auspiciousness and wealth in a cute posture. According to statistics, there are more than 1,000 maneki-neko in the temple, and this is the birthplace of maneki-neko. It is worth mentioning that maneki-neko usually raises his right hand, which means blessing; while maneki-neko raises his left hand, which means attracting wealth. If you have a wish to realize, you might as well take a maneki-neko away and return it after your wish comes true. The environment around Gotokuji Temple is quiet, and it is an excellent place for worship, walking and sightseeing, which is worth every tourist to experience. 📍Address: 2-24-7 Gotokuji Temple, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 🚇Public transportation: Tokyu Setagaya Line at Miyanosaka Station, about 8 minutes on foot 🕒Opening hours: 6:00-18:00, Temple Office: 9:00-16:30 🎫Tickets: Free