Jōkōmyō-ji Jinja

📍 Kanagawa, Kamakura · 2-12-1 Ogigayatsu, Kamakura, Kanagawa

About

Mountain 泉谷山
Sect 真言宗泉涌寺派
Principal 阿弥陀如来
Founded 建長3年(1251年)頃
Founder 北条長時
Heritage 阿弥陀三尊像(重要文化財)

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

09:00–17:00

Fee

¥300

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Unknown

📍 Open in Google Maps

History

Byakko

Jōkōmyō-ji Temple is a historic temple founded during the Kamakura period. The main hall, standing in a quiet precinct, offers deep tranquility to visitors. In particular, the beautiful garden allows visitors to enjoy the charm of each season and heals their hearts. It is said to bring blessings of academic success, prayers for passing exams, and good luck, attracting many students and exam candidates. As a hidden gem of Kamakura, it is a place where one can spend a peaceful time. It is a serene space where history and nature harmonize.

Benefits

Academic successPrayers for passing examsGood luck

More to visit

See all shrines in Kanagawa