Tokyo: Shibuya Hachiko, Cat Cafe & Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple

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About this activity

Welcome to our “Catastic” adventure in Tokyo!

Enjoy a fun cat-themed journey combining iconic Shibuya sights with Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple - perfect for cat lovers, families, couples, and first-time visitors.

Start in Shibuya at the famous Hachiko Statue and hear the touching story of Tokyo’s most loyal dog. You’ll also see the lively Shibuya Scramble Crossing.

Next, relax at a cozy cat café in Shibuya, home to around 20 adorable cats, and enjoy watching their cute morning feeding time.

Then explore the local shopping street near Gotokuji, where you can discover charming cat-themed shops, sweets, and unique souvenirs.

Finally, visit Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple, famous for its thousands of lucky cats, and learn the fascinating story behind Japan’s beloved lucky cats!

Highlights:

Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple with a thousand lucky cats
Hachiko Statue & Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Shibuya Cat Café with 20 adorable cats
Cat-themed shops and sweets
Family-friendly small-group

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Tokyo Meows

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Admission to Cat cafe for 30 minutes stay with Free drink bar
Included: Train fare
Included: Guided tour of cat-themed attractions

Itinerary

Hachiko

5 min

Hachikō was a loyal Akita dog who waited for his owner at Shibuya Station every day. Even after his owner passed away, Hachikō kept coming back to this spot for almost 10 years. Today, he is a symbol of loyalty and one of Tokyo's most famous meeting places.
Cat Cafe MOCHA Shibuya Center Street

30 min Admission included

Relax with lovely cats at a “cat café” in Shibuya where you can enjoy spending time with 20-adorable cats in clean and beautiful locations.
Gotokuji Temple

30 min

Gotokuji is a Buddhist temple, and is widely recognized as the birthplace of the lucky cat. According to legend, the temple’s cat raised its paw to gesture toward a passing samurai, which led to the samurai's good fortune and the temple.
Stop 4

30 min

The Gotokuji Shopping Street is a shopping street located between Gotokuji Station, known as "Cat Town," and Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple. Many of the shops display Maneki-neko (lucky cats), and we can enjoy cat-themed item store as well as cat sweets modeled cats.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

*Meeting point: Right in front of the Hachiko Statue, outside Shibuya Station’s Hachiko Exit.

*The guide will wait with your group name board.

End point

Tour end up at Gotokuji lucky cat temple Sta.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The cat cafe shown in the product image does not accept children under "3 years old" unfortunately.
Guests must be at least 3 years old due to the age restrictions of the cat café.
The total duration includes walking time and train travel time.
There may be another participants.
The cat cafe visit will be 30 minutes (admission included), so we can arrive in time before the lucky cat temple store closes at 12PM.
Tour ends at Gotokuji Station.
We’re sorry, but please note that a minimum of 2 participants is required per booking for this tour.
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.