Tojo Yasutoki, the third regent of the Kamakura shogunate established Jojuin Temple in 1219. The complex was burned down in 1333 when Nitta Yoshisa...
A famous temple built by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1194, over 810 years ago. The satsuki tree in front of the main building is called “an offering of...
“Dankazura” is the approach that connects second Torii and Tsuruoka Hachimangu, the length of which is about 500 m. It was constructed to pray for ...
Choanjurojin, one of the seven lucky deities of Miura is worshipped here for safety on the seas.
This temple was established in 1253 (Kencho 5) by the founder of Nichiren Buddhism, Nichiren Shonin. The name of this temple originates from the fa...
This shrine was founded in 710 (Wado 3) by famous priest Gyoki and constructed by Tokitada Someya, a powerful and rich man. It is dedicated to the ...
It is also called "Hagi-dera". This temple is related to the Hojo Family and is well-known for its beautiful white bush clover. It was established ...
Sugimoto-dera Temple is the oldest temple in Kamakura and dedicated to Eleven-faced Kannon. The temple is famous for its beautiful moss stairs and ...
San-no Torii Gate (the third torii gate) stands at the entrance of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.
Located halfway up Mount Okura, surrounded by stone walls. It is a registered candidate of the World Heritage Site under Hokke-do remains.
An ancient temple with numerous historical architecture such as a reliquary hall (Shari-den) and a temple bell, both considered to be national trea...
The Ōfuna Kannon in the west of Ōfuna Station in Kamakura City is an eye-catching huge white statue of Kannon. Although there were instances where ...
Built in 1193, Maiden Hall is a building with half-hipped, rising arch shaped roof (karahafu, irimoya-zukuri style). It is also called "Lower Worsh...
It is believed to be a shrine of marriage and safety of voyages.
Enjoy the sight of azaleas in spring, lotuses and crepe myrtle in summer, leopard plants and silver grass in autumn.
In 1237, this temple was built by Yasutoki Hojo to honor his mother-in-law. After Yasutoki died, the temple was named after his Buddhist title. It ...
With the temples and facilities in the Hase and Gokurakuji area as the venue, it is an event where families can see shrines and other famous spots ...
Katsu Kaishu came here to pray for a safe journey to SanFrancisco as the captain of the "Kanrin-Maru". Kanou Shrine ,offers a traveler's amulet,...
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