Myohonji Temple

Myohonji Temple

Omachi / Zaimokuza Area

The Hiki clan served Minamoto no Yoritomo but was crushed by Hojo Tokimasa (1138-1215). A survivor, Hiki Yoshimoto, offered his mansion to Nichiren and today a temple stands on the site. The temple is known for beautiful shaga irises in early summer and for autumn colors. With a reservation, visitors can join a class to copy a sutra by hand.

Basic Information

Address

1-15-1 Omachi, Kamakura City

Access

8 minutes walk from the East Exit of JR Kamakura Station

Phone

0467-22-0777

Fees

Donation

Business Hours

《Temple office (temple seals, gifts, etc.)》
10:00am-4:00pm

Note

[Copying Sutras]
Copy the Lotus Sutra
Dates: Every day (reservations required)
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Participation fee: 2,000 yen for the sutra offering
Items to bring: All tools available for rental
*Please call in advance.

Flower Report

Spring

Cherry blossoms, beadle, iris

Summer

Trumpet vine

Autumn

Maple, ginkgo

Location

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