Zuisenji Temple

Zuisenji Temple

Kanazawa-kaido Area

Zuisenji is a prestigious temple, built as the family temple of the Kamakura kubo governors, such as Ashikaga Motouji. It is said that the rock garden, created by excavating the bedrock, was designed by Muso Soseki. The garden, a precursor to the later shoin style gardens, is listed as a national site of scenic beauty. The temple is known for its bamboo forest and autumn colors.

Basic Information

Address

710 Nikaido, Kamakura City

Access

Take the bus bound for Daitomiya from bus stop number 5 at the east exit of JR Kamakura Station, and get off at the last stop, Daitomiya. 10 minutes on foot.

Phone

0467-22-1191

Fees

High school students and above: 200 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 100 yen
Disabled people: free (disability certificate required)
 
【Group discount (20 or more)】
High school students and above: 150 yen
Elementary and junior high school students: 50 yen

Business Hours

9:00am-5:00pm all year round (entrance is allowed until 30 minutes before)

Flower Report

Spring

Mitsumata, wisteria

Summer

Bellflower

Autumn

Winter cherry blossoms, autumn leaves

Winter

Daffodils, plum blossoms, camellias, etc.

Additional Information

Public toilets available

Location

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