Hokai-ji

📍 Kanagawa, Kamakura · 3-5-22 Komachi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa

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About

Mountain 金龍山

Sect 天台宗

Principal 地蔵菩薩

Founded 建武2年（1335年）

Founder 足利尊氏

Heritage 地蔵菩薩坐像（国重要文化財）

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Hours

8:00–16:30

Fee

¥300

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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History

Hokai-ji is a historic Nichiren Buddhist temple located near Komachi Street in Kamakura. Founded in the Kamakura period, it is also known as the ancestral temple of the Hojo clan. The principal image is Shakyamuni Buddha, and it is believed to offer benefits that align with people's lives, such as exorcism, safe childbirth, and family safety. In particular, many women visit seeking blessings for conception and safe childbirth. It is a place where one can offer prayers with a sincere heart while feeling history in a quiet and calm atmosphere.