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Go on a Spiritual Journey Along the Kanazawa Kaido Road

Shonan Area Half day 8

This tour explores famous temples that stand along the Kanazawa Kaido Road, which is also called the "Road of Salt". These temples were founded around the Kamakura period, which includes Houkokuji Temple, the family temple of Ashikaga clan (shogunate family), Jomyoji Temple, and others.

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Hokoku-ji Temple

Kamakura 30m

This ancient temple in Kamakura is known for the 1,000 moso bamboo trees on its grounds. Even in the present day, the solemn atmosphere of the temple conveys the...

Ichijo Ekan Sanso

Kamakura 1h

Enjoy a walk in the park and flower watering in the scenery of the four seasons. There is also a cafe in the park, where you can enjoy seasonal Japanese confectionary,...

Jomyo-ji

Kamakura 30m

One of the family temples of Ashikaga City. The precincts of the temple has been designated as a national historic site and you can observe the karesansui (rock...

Sugimoto-dera Temple

Kamakura 30m

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 a huge amount...

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