Jile Temple, A serene sanctuary of timeless tranquility

ごくらくじ
3 Chome 6-7 Gokurakuji, Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture 248-0023 Japan
Jile Temple is a very primitive temple
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Temple

Introduction

In Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, there is a Shingon Ritsu Zen temple called Gokurakuji, with the mountain name "Ryoju-san". The main statue is Shakyamuni Buddha, and the temple was founded by Hojo Shigetoki, with Ninsho as the first head priest. During the medieval period, Gokurakuji was a large temple with 49 sub-temples. The "Gokurakuji precincts and Ninsho's grave" in the temple grounds is designated as a Japanese national historic site.
Address
3 Chome 6-7 Gokurakuji, Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture 248-0023 Japan
Opening hours
09:00 - 16:30
Transportation
Jizoji Station of Keikyu Main Line, about 200 meters on foot.
Phone +81 467-22-3402

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