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Jochi-ji
Attraction
4.2 (1362 reviews)
Mountainside Buddhist temple precinct including a main hall & bell tower gate dating back to 1281.
1402 Yamanouchi, Kamakura, Kanagawa 247-0062, Japan
+81 467-22-3943
Highlights from Reviews
• peaceful atmosphere
The temple offers a calm and serene environment, providing a quiet escape from crowds.
• unique features
Visitors enjoy the distinctive elements like cliff walls, shrine niches, tunnels, and the statue of Hotei.
• lush greenery
The temple is surrounded by beautiful gardens, bamboo, and a lush forest, enhancing its tranquil ambiance.
• hiking trail access
It serves as a convenient starting point for popular hiking trails like the Daibutsu trail.
• historical significance
As one of the Five Great Zen Temples, it holds historical and spiritual importance, particularly for Zen enthusiasts.
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