Jochiji Temple
Jochiji Temple
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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Ranked number four of the city's most powerful temples, this temple houses a wooden seated Buddha with sleeves and skirts and one of Kamakura's ten famous wells.
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skyisblu
Montreal, Canada2,516 contributions
Sep 2013 • Couples
What sets this temple apart from the others is the God of Happiness hidden away in a cave on the far side of the cemetery. Just follow the signs for happiness and give the statue's belly a rub! Don't forget to try the hiking trail, just up the road to the left of the entrance, which leads all the way to the Daibutsu. Otherwise, this temple is just another one of many in the Kamakura area.
Written October 29, 2013
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LK
Sacramento136 contributions
Jan 2013 • Friends
Jochi-ji not a large temple, but beautiful and well-maintained. I stopped by because I was going to the Kamakura hiking trails, and Jochi-ji is convenient located right next to the trail's entrance. A side note, I didn't visit the other Zen temples in the area. Perhaps if I had, my opinion of this temple would differ.
Written June 21, 2013
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magmaedia
164 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
As few other travellers pointed out, this temple is a good starting point for the (very well marked) trails that go all the way to the Daibutsu on the other end of town. The graveyard behind the temple is something to take the breath away: located in 2 gorges among tall bamboos and overgrowing vegetation looks like something out of a Miyazaki movie. Make sure to find the statue of Hotei and stroke his belly and finger.
Written October 5, 2016
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djinnooi
Sydney350 contributions
May 2012 • Solo
Jochiji temple is near Kitakamakura station on the road to Kamakura. This was the third of the temples I took in on my planned walk through the temples from Kitakamakura to Kamakura, which unfortunately had to be cut short due to inclement weather.
The temple itself is small, but the grounds are lovely, and the entrance to the temple grounds is charmingly picturesque, with ancient stone steps leading up to the belltower that serves as a gate to the temple. It was established around 1280 and is ranked fourth of Kamakura's five great Zen temples. The precinct is meant to house one of Kamakura's "ten celebrated wells", but there was little signage in English and the rain and my sodden feet were not conducive to exploration.
There is a walking trail that begins at this temple and extends past various temples and shrines (including the Zeniaraibenzaiten Shrine) through to the Daibutsu.
The temple itself is small, but the grounds are lovely, and the entrance to the temple grounds is charmingly picturesque, with ancient stone steps leading up to the belltower that serves as a gate to the temple. It was established around 1280 and is ranked fourth of Kamakura's five great Zen temples. The precinct is meant to house one of Kamakura's "ten celebrated wells", but there was little signage in English and the rain and my sodden feet were not conducive to exploration.
There is a walking trail that begins at this temple and extends past various temples and shrines (including the Zeniaraibenzaiten Shrine) through to the Daibutsu.
Written May 21, 2012
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geo3
Calgary, Canada2,155 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
This temple seems to be largely overlooked, although it's just off the road between the Kita-Kamakura JR station and the Kenchoji temple. It doesn't have the magnificent architecture of some of the other temples and shrines, but it it beautifully landscaped and peaceful. If you happen to be walking by, it's worth a stop for an hour or two.
Part of it is a cemetery, something not seen at the other temples. Parts of the grounds are also in almost a natural state, with huge trees and rock outcrops. Very different from most of the other temples in Kamakura.
Part of it is a cemetery, something not seen at the other temples. Parts of the grounds are also in almost a natural state, with huge trees and rock outcrops. Very different from most of the other temples in Kamakura.
Written July 27, 2024
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Martina1888
Inverness, UK506 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
The small temple is near Kita Kamakura station and you'll pass it in case you walk the Daibutsu Trail. It's very tranquil and relaxing. You can get a cute map for 20¥ that points out the highlights.
Written November 30, 2023
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carloscharmy
Bangkok, Thailand780 contributions
Jul 2023
Jochi-ji temple in Kamakura is a serene retreat nestled in the hills. Its tranquil surroundings and well-preserved structures offer a glimpse into the Zen Buddhist tradition. The main hall's exquisite architecture and the lush moss garden provide a soothing atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for meditation and contemplation.
Written July 15, 2023
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Andrew K
Zushi, Japan202 contributions
Apr 2021
Lovely peaceful zen temple nestling in the mountainside above the main road in Kita-Kamakura. Beautiful grounds. A little gem.
Written April 7, 2021
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Mick
Bangkok, Thailand133 contributions
Jun 2020
Really beautiful place. No crowds and the scenery and gardens are stunning. This is a must see in Kamakura and a very short walk (about 10 minutes) from Kita Kamakura station.
Written June 10, 2020
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Masayoshi
Fujisawa, Japan4,018 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
I didn’t expect much here.
Just visited as this place is for one of the 7 luck Gods.
Surprised.
Peaceful and calm hill trail in a forest leads you to the God.
Very nice
Just visited as this place is for one of the 7 luck Gods.
Surprised.
Peaceful and calm hill trail in a forest leads you to the God.
Very nice
Written November 14, 2017
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