Eishō-ji, Buddhist nunnery in Ōgigayatsu, Kamakura, Japan.
The temple complex includes a main hall, bell tower, gates, and sanctuary buildings arranged within spacious grounds surrounded by bamboo groves.
Founded in 1636 by Okaji no Kata, a concubine of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the temple was constructed on the former estate of military commander Ota Dokan.
The temple maintains its status as the sole Buddhist nunnery in Kamakura, reflecting the religious traditions of female monasticism in Japanese Buddhism.
Located 12 minutes on foot from Kamakura Station, the temple welcomes visitors daily except Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM for an entrance fee of 300 yen.
The temple bell tower features a rare hakama-goshi architectural style, characterized by a flared middle section resembling traditional Japanese trousers.
Location: Ōgigayatsu
Inception: 1636
Founders: Okaji no Kata
GPS coordinates: 35.32514,139.54986
Latest update: May 11, 2025 15:37
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