FukuiTemples & shrines
Gotanjoji Temple
An active Zen training temple in Echizen also known for the roughly 30 cats living on its grounds.
About 10 min by car from Takefu IC
Plan your visit
Cat places
- Access
- About 10 min by car from Takefu IC
- Hours
- Confirm visiting hours with the official guide
- Admission
- Free to visit
- Phone
- 0778-43-6081
Before you go
Before you visit
The temple is not accepting more cats. Never abandon an animal here, and remember that this is an active training temple.
Sources & verification
Information verification
- Method
- Official website
- Last checked
- ● Recheck due2026.08.29
- Current status
- Listed
- Source
- Open source ↗
Transport, opening hours and local rules may change. Always check official information before visiting.
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