Kyoto Temple Features Oldest Beckoning Cat Legend

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1 attraction in Kyoto: Dannō Hōrin-ji Temple. Verified on Google Maps, featured in a Facebook post by Facebook.

Dannō Hōrin-ji Temple

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Discover the ancient legend of the Maneki Neko at this historic temple, offering unique black cat charms. These powerful amulets are believed to bring good fortune and protect against disasters like theft and fire. Arrive early as these popular charms, especially the black ones, are highly sought after and often sell out.

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Kyoto Temple Features Oldest Beckoning Cat Legend

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Dannō Hōrin-ji Temple

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4.1

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