Tokyo: Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple and Local Cat Town Walking

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About this activity

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

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 9 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Tokyo Meows

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Visit to cat-themed shops along Gotokuji Shopping Street
Included: English-speaking local guide
Included: Guided walking tour of Gotokuji Temple and the surrounding neighborhood

Not included

Not included: Personal expense

Itinerary

Stop 1

10 min

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.
Gotokuji Temple

30 min

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.
Stop 3

35 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

- 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.

End point

- 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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.