Jufuku-ji

The stone-paved path leading from the entrance gate to the middle gate creates a solemn approach through ancient trees and traditional architecture.

Established in 1200 by Hōjō Masako and monk Eisai, the temple stands on the former residence of Minamoto no Yoshitomo as the third-ranked temple of Kamakura Gozan.

The main hall houses a seated Shakyamuni Buddha statue and contains precious artifacts including Eisai's documented introduction of tea culture to Japan.

Located ten minutes from JR Kamakura Station, the temple allows visitors only until the middle gate except during New Year and Golden Week celebrations.

Two ancient yagura tombs contain the remains of Hōjō Masako and Minamoto no Sanetomo, marked by distinctive five-ringed stone pagodas.

Location: Ōgigayatsu

Inception: 1200

Founders: Hōjō Masako, Eisai

Part of: Kamakura Gozan, 鎌倉三十三観音霊場, Thirteen Buddhist Sites of Kamakura, 24 sanctuaires Jizo de Kamakura

Address: 鎌倉市扇ガ谷１－１７－７ 神奈川県鎌倉市扇ヶ谷1-17-7

Opening Hours: 24/7

GPS coordinates: 35.32432,139.55011

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04