What makes this place special?

At a Glance

A serene Rinzai Zen temple in Kamakura's Ogigayatsu district, known for its peaceful atmosphere and traditional temple architecture. Popular among visitors seeking a quieter temple experience away from the main tourist areas.

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Why you should go

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Kaizo-ji belongs to the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism, one of Japan's major Zen traditions.

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Location

4-chōme-18-8 Ōgigayatsu, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0011

Opening hours

How do I visit?

Admission

Free

Location

Getting There

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Omotesando Station

8 min walk • 616mNearest

C04

Chiyoda

Tokyo Metro•Subway

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Aoyama-Itchome Station

11 min walk • 874m

E24

Oedo

Tokyo Metro•Subway

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Kokuritsu-Kyogijo Station

11 min walk • 891m

E25

Oedo

Tokyo Metro•Subway

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Nogizaka Station

14 min walk • 1.1km

C05

Chiyoda

Tokyo Metro•Subway

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Harajuku Station

14 min walk • 1.1km

Know before you go

Choose Kaizo-ji if you want a quieter visit; it's away from Kamakura's main tourist areas and known for a peaceful atmosphere.
Plan for a calm, contemplative stop rather than a quick photo stop; the temple is especially suited to visitors seeking a serene Zen atmosphere.

Did You Know?

Fascinating facts about this place

Kaizo-ji belongs to the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism, one of Japan's major Zen traditions.

Nearby Places

Last updated: April 9, 2026

Nearby Places

Kaizo-ji(海蔵寺)

Name: Kaizo-ji
Address: Kamakura, Kanagawa, JP
Telephone: +81 467-22-3175

Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture

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