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Kamakura Engaku-ji
鎌倉円覚寺Kanagawa · Kanto
Engaku-ji is a prominent Zen temple nestled in the hills of Kamakura, surrounded by serene bamboo groves and tranquil walking paths. This temple features stunning architecture and offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling tourist spots in the area.
- Best season
- Autumn
- Autumn for the beautiful foliage
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Rating
- 4.4· 4,459 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Admission
- Adults (high-school age and up) ¥500, children (elementary/junior-high) ¥200. Open 8:30-16:30 (Mar-Nov), 8:30-16:00 (Dec-Feb).
- Nearest station
- Kita-Kamakura Station · 4 min walk
- Website
- engakuji.or.jp
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
8:30–16:00Admission
- Adults (high-school age and up) ¥500, children (elementary/junior-high) ¥200. Open 8:30-16:30 (Mar-Nov), 8:30-16:00 (Dec-Feb).
Stored weekly hours
Daily 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
How to get there
From Tokyo Station · ~1h 11m by car
Tags
templebamboooff-the-beaten-path
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