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Get InspiredAsiaJapanAichiTokonameOtafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat

Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat

JP
Tourist Attraction·Iconic, Whimsical, Convenient
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by Shigeo Sawada from Google Places
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by Lambert Chen from Google Places
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
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Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by Jason C from Google Places
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
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Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by Shigeo Sawada from Google Places
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by Lambert Chen from Google Places
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by Turis Li from Google Places
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by Jason C from Google Places
Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat
Photo by par parp from Google Places

Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat is a striking landmark situated inside the Aeon Mall Tokoname in Aichi. Standing as a symbol of good luck and prosperity, this enormous Maneki-neko is a must-see for travelers passing through the nearby Chubu Centrair International Airport. Visitors can find a designated photo spot on the floor to capture the perfect angle of the cat's raised paw. Beyond the statue, the surrounding mall offers a variety of shopping options and a clean food court, making it an ideal first or last stop on a trip to Japan. It provides a quick and delightful cultural experience for all ages.

Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat is a striking landmark situated inside the Aeon Mall Tokoname in Aichi. Standing as a symbol of good luck and prosperity, this enormous Maneki-neko is a must-see for travelers passing through the nearby Chubu Centrair International Airport. Visitors can find a designated photo spot on the floor to capture the perfect angle of the cat's raised paw. Beyond the statue, the surrounding mall offers a variety of shopping options and a clean food court, making it an ideal first or last stop on a trip to Japan. It provides a quick and delightful cultural experience for all ages.

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Address
2 Chome Rinkucho,Tokoname, Aichi 479-0882, Japan
Websitetokoname-aeonmall.com
Phone0569-35-7500
Hours
Open now
Daily 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Highlights

  • Enormous Maneki-neko statue perfect for photos.

  • Designated floor markers for the best camera angles.

  • Conveniently located just one train stop from the airport.

  • Situated inside a mall with extensive shopping and dining.

  • Clean and varied food court options nearby.

Best For

Quick photo ops and airport layovers.

Time of Day

Lunch, Dinner

Occasion Tags

Tourists, Family, Locals, Solo

Reviews

4.5
Excellent141 reviews

Otafuku the Giant Beckoning Cat is highly regarded by visitors as a charming and convenient stop near Nagoya's airport. Reviewers frequently mention the statue's impressive size and its location within the Aeon Mall Tokoname, which provides ample shopping and dining opportunities. Many travelers recommend it as an easy excursion during an airport layover since it is only one train stop away. A specific highlight noted by several guests is the marked photo spot on the ground, which ensures a perfect angle of the iconic cat. The atmosphere is described as cute and welcoming, with the mall's food court receiving praise for its cleanliness and variety. Overall, it is seen as a fun, quick cultural landmark that is perfect for families and solo travelers alike.

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Location

2 Chome, Tokoname, Aichi, Japan
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