By LISA VOGT/ Special to Asahi Weekly
January 21, 2020 at 07:00 JST
“Maneki-neko,” or “luck-inviting cat figurines” welcome visitors at Gotokuji temple in Tokyo’s Setagaya Ward. The site has become a popular attraction for foreign visitors. (Photo by Lisa Vogt)
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