Trek Zone

Meigetsu-in, Kamakura

#9 among attractions in Kamakura

Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Meigetsu-in

Facts and practical information

Local name: 明月院 Completed: 1394 (631 years ago)Coordinates: 35°20'5"N, 139°33'7"E
Address

189 Yamanochi鎌倉 (lian cang)Kamakura 247-0062 Japan

Contact
+81 467-24-3437
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Day trips

Meigetsu-in – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Kenchō-ji, Engaku-ji, Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine.

  • tsurugaoka hachimangu kamakura0.6 miS
  • kencho ji kamakura~1300 ftSE
  • engaku ji kamakura0.4 miNW
  • zeniarai benzaiten ugafuku shrine kamakura0.8 miSW
  • kamakura museum of national treasures0.7 miSE
  • sasuke inari shrine kamakura1 miSW
  • tomb of minamoto no yoritomo kamakura0.8 miSE
  • kamakura gu1 miSE
  • sugimoto dera kamakura1.2 miSE
  • tokei ji kamakura~1790 ftW
  • choju ji kamakura~1170 ftS

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Meigetsu-in open?

Meigetsu-in is open:
  • Monday 9:30 am - 4 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am - 4 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am - 4 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am - 4 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am - 4 pm
  • Saturday 9:30 am - 4 pm
  • Sunday 9:30 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Meigetsu-in?

Nearby attractions include Chōju-ji, Kamakura (6 min walk), Kenchō-ji, Kamakura (7 min walk), Tōkei-ji, Kamakura (9 min walk), Jōchi-ji, Kamakura (9 min walk).

How to get to Meigetsu-in by public transport?

The nearest stations to Meigetsu-in:

Bus
  • 上町 • Lines: A21 (5 min walk)
  • 明月院 • Lines: A21 (7 min walk)

Train
  • Kita-Kamakura (12 min walk)
  • Kamakura (29 min walk)

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