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Meow~, welcome to a unique cat-themed walking tour in Tokyo!
Meet your friendly cat-loving guide at Gotokuji Station and discover Tokyo’s famous lucky cat culture.
Visit Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple, a must-see spot for cat lovers, and explore the peaceful grounds filled with thousands of lucky cats. Learn the stories and history behind Japan’s lucky cat tradition from your guide.
From late November through early December, enjoy beautiful autumn colors surrounding the thousands of lucky cats.
After the temple visit, stroll through the local shopping street near temple, where your guide will introduce recommended cat-themed shops, unique cat goods, and adorable cat-shaped sweets.
This relaxed walking tour is perfect for cat lovers and travelers looking for a unique, local side of Tokyo.
Highlights:
- See thousands of lucky cats at Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple
- Discover the history and stories behind Japan’s lucky cat culture
- Explore local cat-themed shops and cat-shaped sweets
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
- Meet in front of the lucky cat statue just outside the ticket gate at Gotokuji Station. - Gotokuji Station has only one exit. - Your guide will be waiting with a sign showing your group name.
Itinerary
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1Gotokuji Station
After meeting in front of the white lucky cat statue at Gotokuji Station, your friendly cat-loving guide will share fascinating facts about cats in Japan and reveal the stories and secrets behind the lucky cat tradition.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Gotokuji Temple
Enjoy a visit to Gotokuji, the “Lucky Cat Temple,” home to thousands of lucky cat figures. Learn about the history of Gotokuji Temple and Japan’s lucky cat tradition through your guide’s explanations.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Gotokuji Shopping Street is located between Gotokuji Station, known as “Cat Town,” and Gotokuji Temple. Many of the shops display lucky cats, and your guide will introduce some recommended cat-themed stores along the way. You can also enjoy unique cat-themed items and adorable cat-shaped sweets.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lucky cats at the temple store may sometimes be sold out on afternoon tours.
- There may be another participants.
- The total duration includes walking time and train travel time.
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lucky cats at the temple store may sometimes be sold out on afternoon tours.
- There may be another participants.
- The total duration includes walking time and train travel time.
- Tour ends at Gotokuji Station.
- From Gotokuji station, it’s about a 10-minutes walk to Gotokuji lucky cat temple. If walking long distances is a bit challenging for you, please keep this in mind before booking.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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