Tokyo Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple and Harajuku Cat Cafe Tour

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Duration2h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers

Overview

Meow~, Welcome to family-friendly Cat tour in Tokyo!
This is the "purr-fect" and "Meow-velous" Cat-themed adventure for all the cat lovers!

It includes a visit to Gotokuji Cat Temple, the famous “Lucky Cat Temple” with a thousand lucky cats, and a relaxing visit to a lovely cat café in Harajuku. You’ll also explore charming "cat-themed shops" and a "cat-themed sweets" store along a local shopping street near the temple.

Our tour is perfect for families with children aged 3 and up, couples, friends, and cat lovers of all kinds.

It’s a Purr-fectly fun and feline-filled adventure!

Highlights:
・Visit the famous Gotokuji Lucky Cat Temple with a thousand lucky cats
・Learn the story behind lucky cats with your guide
・Relax at a clean and popular cat café
・Enjoy cat-themed shops and cat sweets in a local Tokyo street

Options

Solo Traveler

For solo travelers joining a small group tour.

Family Tour (Kids Under 13)

Family Tour– Children Under 13 Welcome!

Adults Only (Ages 13+)

What's included

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

What to expect

  1. Cat Cafe Mocha Harajuku
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Relax with lovely cats at a “cat café” in Harajuku, where you can spend time with around 20 adorable cats in a clean and beautiful space.
  2. Gotokuji Temple
    40m
    Visit Gotokuji Temple, Tokyo’s famous “Lucky Cat Temple,” home to thousands of lucky cat figures. Explore the peaceful temple grounds while your guide shares the history of Gotokuji and the story behind Japan’s maneki-neko (lucky cat) tradition.

    Hear the local legend of the beckoning cat and discover why Gotokuji became closely associated with good luck and the maneki-neko culture that is now famous around the world.
  3. 30m
    Stroll along Gotokuji Shopping Street, located between Gotokuji Station—known locally as “Cat Town”—and Gotokuji Temple. Many shops display maneki-neko (lucky cats), and your guide will introduce recommended cat-themed stores along the way. Browse unique cat goods and discover adorable cat-shaped sweets while experiencing a quieter, local side of Tokyo.
  4. 5m
    In front of Gotokuji Station, you can find a statue of Tama, a cat believed to be the model for the famous “lucky cat,” as well as a free cat-themed stamp. The tour ends at Gotokuji Station.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

*Meet at the front entrance on the 1st floor of the building with “Cat Cafe MOCHA Harajuku”.
*The guide will wait with your group name board and cat tour board.

End point

Tour end up at Gotokuji Sta. (Lucky cat temple Sta.)

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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 other participants.
  • We’re sorry, but please note that a minimum of 2 participants is required per booking for this tour.
  • 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.
  • The 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.

Cancellation policy

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

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