Wooden Fish
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Wooden Fish Online — Tap to Gain Merit

A free online wooden fish (muyu) you can tap right in your browser. Inspired by the centuries-old Chinese Buddhist instrument used for meditation and focus.

Tap for calm

The slow, rhythmic tap of the wooden fish is naturally meditative. Use it to take a short break, breathe, and reset.

Daily merit

Each tap adds to your day's merit count. The count resets at midnight — tomorrow you start fresh.

No signup, no tracking

Your count saves locally in your browser. No account, no email, no analytics on you.

Frequently asked questions

What is a wooden fish?

A wooden fish, or muyu, is a hollow wooden percussion instrument used in Chinese and Japanese Buddhist temples for over a thousand years. Monks tap it to keep rhythm during sutra chanting and as a reminder to stay mindful. Read the full guide →

What is "merit" (gongde)?

Merit (gongde in Chinese) is the positive force accumulated through good actions, good intentions, and spiritual practice. Tapping a wooden fish is a small, symbolic way to participate in this tradition.

Why does my count reset every day?

Daily reset is by design — it turns the wooden fish into a small daily habit. Starting from zero each morning is part of the practice.

Is the wooden fish free?

Yes. Tapping the wooden fish on this site is completely free. No signup, no subscription, no time limit.

Can I use this on my phone?

Yes. The site works on mobile and desktop. On iOS or Android you can also "Add to Home Screen" for one-tap access.