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Engaku-ji, Kamakura

#5 among attractions in Kamakura

Temple, Buddhist architecture, Top attraction, Sacred and religious sites, More...
Engaku-ji

Facts and practical information

Local name: 円覚寺 Completed: 1282 (742 years ago)Coordinates: 35°20'15"N, 139°32'46"E
Address

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

Contact
+81 467-22-0478
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Day trips

Engaku-ji – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Kenchō-ji, Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine, Kamakura Museum of National Treasures.

  • tsurugaoka hachimangu kamakura1 miSE
  • kencho ji kamakura0.6 miSE
  • zeniarai benzaiten ugafuku shrine kamakura0.8 miS
  • kamakura museum of national treasures1.1 miSE
  • sasuke inari shrine kamakura1 miSW
  • meigetsu in kamakura0.4 miSE
  • tomb of minamoto no yoritomo kamakura1.2 miSE
  • kamakura gu1.4 miSE
  • sugimoto dera kamakura1.6 miSE
  • tokei ji kamakura~880 ftS
  • choju ji kamakura0.5 miSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Engaku-ji open?

Engaku-ji is open:
  • Monday 8 am - 5 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am - 5 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am - 5 pm
  • Thursday 8 am - 5 pm
  • Friday 8 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday 8 am - 5 pm
  • Sunday 8 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Engaku-ji?

Nearby attractions include Yamanouchi, Kamakura (1 min walk), Tōkei-ji, Kamakura (5 min walk), Jōchi-ji, Kamakura (8 min walk), Meigetsu-in, Kamakura (10 min walk).

How to get to Engaku-ji by public transport?

The nearest stations to Engaku-ji:

Train
  • Kita-Kamakura (2 min walk)
  • Fujimicho (28 min walk)

Bus
  • KitaKamakura Bus Stop • Lines: A21 (3 min walk)
  • 明月院 • Lines: A21 (7 min walk)

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