Komyo-ji Temple
Koumyouji Temple is one of the eight head temples of the Jodo sect, founded in 1243 by the third founder of the Jodo sect, Zen-arachu Shonin. In the Edo period,...
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Escape the Noise of the City with a Day Among Kamakura's Temples
Walk around a town with a local atmosphere, different from Kamakura Station. If you have time, our recommendation is to walk up to the Zaimokuza Beach.
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Zaimokuza Beach
This long stretch of beach, open through July and August , is perfect for swimming thanks to its shallow waters and gentle waves. At the beach house, in addition...
Myouhouji Temple
Founded in 1357, Myouhouji is a Buddhist temple of the Nichiren sect. It is also known as Koke-dera (moss temple) for its beautiful stone steps covered with moss....
Myohon-ji temple
This is the oldest temple opened by Nichiren Shonin who started Nichiren sect. The dragon sculpture at Nitenmon gate is famous for the legend that roars when you...
