Gokuraku-ji, Buddhist temple in Kamakura, Japan
The temple complex includes a main hall, mountain gate, and extensive gardens within its traditional Japanese architectural design.
Founded in 1259 by Hōjō Shigetoki and Ninshō, the temple served as a significant religious center during the Kamakura period.
The temple belongs to the Thirteen Buddhist Sites of Kamakura and functions as the 22nd stop among the 33 Kannon sacred places.
Visitors can access the temple treasures hall between April 25 and May 25, as well as October 25 to November 25, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
The temple preserves a stone mortar formerly used for medicine production, reflecting its historical role as a medieval medical facility.
Location: Kamakura
Inception: 1259
Founders: Hōjō Shigetoki, Ninshō
Part of: 鎌倉三十三観音霊場, Thirteen Buddhist Sites of Kamakura, 24 sanctuaires Jizo de Kamakura
Address: 〒248-0023 神奈川県鎌倉市極楽寺三丁目6-7
Website: https://trip-kamakura.com/place/135.html
GPS coordinates: 35.31028,139.52833
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:14
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