Ankokuron-ji (Ankokuronji)
📍 Kanagawa, Kamakura · 4-4-18 Omachi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
About
Mountain 妙法華經山
Sect 日蓮宗
Founded 建長5年(1253年)
Founder 日蓮
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
09:00–16:30
Fee
¥300
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
History
This temple is an ancient temple of the Nichiren sect in Kamakura, known as the place where Nichiren Daishonin hid to escape persecution from the shogunate. It is also famous as the site of Nichiren Daishonin's persecution, and many believers visit. Within the precincts, historical sites related to Nichiren Daishonin remain, evoking a sense of historical weight. It is believed to bring benefits such as personal advancement, academic success, and family safety, attracting many visitors.
Benefits
Personal advancementAcademic successFamily safety
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