Jōgyō-ji

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Jōgyō-ji, Buddhist temple in Ōmachi, Japan.

The temple complex contains multiple wooden halls featuring traditional Buddhist architecture, gardens, and religious sculptures throughout its extensive grounds.

Founded in 1313 during the Kamakura period, Jōgyō-ji temple has maintained its original structures and religious practices for over seven centuries.

The temple holds regular Buddhist ceremonies and houses significant religious artifacts, including statues of Buddhist figures and intricate dragon carvings.

Located 12 minutes on foot from JR Kamakura Station East Exit, the temple provides spiritual services and prayer sessions for health-related concerns.

The temple gained recognition as a place of healing, with its Kasamori Inari shrine specifically dedicated to prayers for recovery from illness.

Location: Ōmachi

Inception: 1313

GPS coordinates: 35.31386,139.55483

Latest update: March 19, 2025 23:55

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