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Gotokuji Temple, located in the Setagaya ward of Tokyo, is believed to be the birthplace of the famous maneki-neko, the \u201cbeckoning cat\u201d figurine that symbolizes good luck.<\/p>\n

These statues, depicting a seated cat raising one paw, have become beloved worldwide among cat enthusiasts.<\/p>\n

While maneki-neko come in various styles\u2014raising either the right or left paw\u2014Gotokuji Temple is known for the version with the right paw raised, a sign of prosperity.<\/p>\n

According to legend, in the early 17th century, Ii Naotaka, the second lord of the Omi-Hikone Domain, took shelter from a sudden storm after being beckoned into the temple by a resident cat. In gratitude, Naotaka dedicated the temple to his clan. After his death, the temple was renamed Gotokuji, derived from his posthumous Buddhist name.<\/p>\n

The cat that saved him was later enshrined as the \u201cFortune-Inviting Kannon.\u201d Over time, it became associated with good luck and was called maneki-neko. Since then, worshippers have filled Gotokuji Temple with countless lucky cat figurines as offerings for prosperity.<\/p>\n

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Photo Taken: April 09, 2024
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Gotokuji Temple, located in the Setagaya ward of Tokyo, is believed to be the birthplace of the famous maneki-neko, the \u201cbeckoning cat\u201d figurine that symbolizes good luck. These statues, depicting a seated cat raising one paw, have become beloved worldwide among cat enthusiasts. 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