Jōryū-ji

Jōryū-ji is a Buddhist temple located in a residential neighborhood of Fujisawa that displays traditional Japanese architecture with garden spaces throughout the grounds. The main buildings follow classic temple design with areas arranged for prayer and meditation.

The temple traces its roots to the Nichiren-shū tradition that took hold in Japan from the 13th century forward. A stone monument on the grounds commemorates an episode involving Yuan Dynasty messengers who were executed during the Hōjō period.

The temple follows the Nichiren-shū tradition and maintains spaces designed for prayer and ritual practice that visitors can observe. The layout of the buildings shows how monks and believers use the grounds for their daily spiritual activities.

The temple sits in a quiet residential area accessible on foot from Katase-Enoshima Station. Visitors should expect uneven ground in places and dress respectfully when visiting this active place of worship.

The temple grounds feature early-blooming apricot trees that produce delicate pink and white flowers in early spring. These trees draw visitors year after year who come to see the seasonal display within the quiet sanctuary.