Joryu-ji

Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture

Temple

What makes this place special?

At a Glance

Joryu-ji is a Buddhist temple in Japan. The available source data appears to point to Hōryū-ji in Nara Prefecture, but that name does not closely match the user’s original input, so the temple is identified conservatively under the searched name.

Ancient Historic UNESCO World Heritage Important Cultural Property Wooden Architecture Scenic Views Imperial Connection Hidden Gems

Why you should go

Jōryū-ji is known for a stele honoring Yuan Dynasty envoys, including To Seichū (Du Shizhong), who were killed on Hōjō Tokimune's orders.

Goshuin

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How do I visit?

Admission

Free

Location

Getting There

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Hase Station

76 min walk • 5.7kmNearest

Odakyu electric railway•Private Railway

Within 300 m Within 600 m

Know before you go

Visit in early spring to catch Jōryū-ji's famous weeping flowering apricot trees as they begin to bloom.

Expect more visitors during the early-spring plum blossom season, so go earlier in the day for a quieter visit.

Facilities

Parking
Restrooms
Commemorative Stamp

Shopping

Gift shop

Did You Know?

Fascinating facts about this place

Jōryū-ji is known for a stele honoring Yuan Dynasty envoys, including To Seichū (Du Shizhong), who were killed on Hōjō Tokimune's orders.

Joryu-ji