Jōchi-ji

The temple grounds contain stone steps covered in moss, a bell tower gate, and the main hall housing three Buddha statues representing past, present, and future.

Founded in 1281 by Tokimune Hojo for his father, the temple became the fourth-ranked among the Five Great Zen Temples of Kamakura during the 14th century.

The temple belongs to the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism and forms part of the Kamakura Gozan, the Kamakura Thirty-Three Kannon Pilgrimage, and the Thirteen Buddhist Sites.

Located 8 minutes on foot from JR Kita-Kamakura Station, the temple welcomes visitors from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM with an entrance fee of 300 yen.

The temple grounds feature a rare combination of a bell tower gate from 1340 and numerous cave-tombs carved into the rocks, including one containing a statue of Hotei.

Location: Yamanouchi

Inception: 1283

Part of: Kamakura Gozan, 鎌倉三十三観音霊場, Thirteen Buddhist Sites of Kamakura, 鎌倉江之島七福神, 24 sanctuaires Jizo de Kamakura

Address: 神奈川県鎌倉市山ノ内1402

Website: https://jochiji.com/ch

GPS coordinates: 35.33340,139.54629

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:41