Admission
- Adult (18+)¥200
Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture
At a Glance
Engaku-ji was founded in 1282 during the Kamakura period.
Engaku-ji preserves a classical Japanese Zen monastic layout, reflecting medieval Zen temple design.
The Shariden hall and the Great Bell (Ogane) are both designated National Treasures.
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Visit with quiet manners if you want a Zen atmosphere; the temple is noted for serene gardens and a strong Rinzai Zen character.
Approach carefully at the formal entrance: railway tracks cut across the temple frontage, and the entry path runs beside a pond over a small bridge.
2 structures on the grounds
Fascinating facts about this place
Engaku-ji was founded in 1282 during the Kamakura period.
Engaku-ji preserves a classical Japanese Zen monastic layout, reflecting medieval Zen temple design.
The Shariden hall and the Great Bell (Ogane) are both designated National Treasures.
The temple is one of 22 historic sites in Kamakura proposed for UNESCO World Heritage status.
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