Visit with quiet manners if you want a Zen atmosphere; the temple is noted for serene gardens and a strong Rinzai Zen character.
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The temple is one of 22 historic sites in Kamakura proposed for UNESCO World Heritage status.
Engaku-ji was founded in 1282 during the Kamakura period.
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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.
The divine spirits venerated at this sacred place
2 structures on the grounds
Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture
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Arrive with a calm pace, as the temple follows Rinzai Zen tradition and the gardens reward quiet attention. Getting in requires a little care: railway tracks cross the frontage, and the entry path leads over a small bridge beside a pond, so watch your step.
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