Hokoku-ji Temple
A historical temple known for its 1000 Moso Bamboo in the vicinity, with a solemn atmosphere symbolic of the tragedy of the Ashikaga clan even now.
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Kanazawa Kaido and Nikaido are the Ultimate History-Lover's Retreat
Nikaido area is located a little farther from Kanazawa Kaido. In the area, there's Zuisenji Temple and Kamakura-gu Shrine, which are quite special for history lovers. Autumn is the best season to visit this area.
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Ichijo Ekan Sanso
Emperor Yozei's 9th son, Imperial Prince Ichijo Akiyoshi, held two regal positions as Sessho and Kampaku. After many years, in 1959, he moved to Kamakura.
Kamakura-gu shrine
This is a shrine to worship prince of Emperor Godaigo. Kamakura-gu worships the third prince, Otounomiya Morinaga shin nou) and this shrine is also called Otou-gu....
