Maneki-neko– tag –

Gotokuji Temple is in Setagaya, Tokyo. It is known as the birthplace of the “Maneki-neko,” or lucky cat. People who love cats and even first-time visitors to Japan will find it a great place to visit. Inside the temple grounds, you will ...

Have you ever seen a cat statue with one paw raised, standing at the entrance of a shop or on a street corner in Japan? That is the Maneki-neko, or “Beckoning Cat.” For many years, people have loved it as a lucky charm that brings g...