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Pray for good luck to the “Maneki Neko” at Gotokuji Temple, which is in full bloom of the autumn leaves.
2020.12.04
In Japan, it is customary to place “Maneki Neko” as a prayer for good luck and prosperous business. In recent years, it has become more popular as a souvenir from overseas. At Gotokuji Temple, where many such “Maneki Neko” were placed, the autumn leaves are in full bloom.
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2-24-7 Gotokuji, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
・10 minutes walk from "Gotokuji Station" on the Odakyu Line
・5 minutes walk from "Miyanosaka Station" on the Tokyu Setagaya Line
A temple where the legend of "Maneki Neko" remains
During the Edo period, Naotaka Ii, the second feudal lord of the Hikone Domain, passed by the temple on his way home from falconry. At that time, Osho’s cat was beckoning him, so Naotaka decided to stop by and take a break.
Then a thunderstorm began to fall, and Naotaka did not get wet. Also, while waiting for the rain to stop, Naotaka, who was listening to Osho’s sermon and was very pleased with the sermon, made many donations to the temple.
It is said that this led to the change of the temple name to “Gotokuji”.
At Gotokuji, there is a “Maneki Neko den” that enshrines Maneki Neko Kannon (Maneki Neko Bodhisattva, Lord of Maneki Neko). Next to the “Maneki Neko den”, a large number of Maneki Neko children are dedicated as a thank-you for the fulfillment of their wishes.
"Maneki Neko" dedicated in gratitude for fulfillment
Three-storied pagoda with carved cat
A three-storied pagoda built in 2006. The autumn scenery goes well with the majestic atmosphere. Cat carvings are made here and there, so I think one way to enjoy it is to look for it with binoculars.
Autumn leaves that color the precincts
Tadamasa Shinto monument
Gotokuji, which stands in a quiet residential area of Setagaya Ward, is a hidden spot for autumn leaves. There is no congestion and you can look around slowly. Why don’t you come visit us once?
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