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Haseji (Hase Temple)
日本、〒248-0016 神奈川県鎌倉市長谷３丁目１１−２
A Jodo-shu (Pure Land sect) independent temple located in Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, officially named Kaikoyama Jijo-in Haseji. Long known as "Hase Kannon," it is a representative Kannon pilgrimage site in the eastern part of Japan. The main image is an eleven-faced Kannon Bosatsu (Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva) statue, standing 9.18 meters tall, which is among the largest wooden Buddhist statues in Japan. Tradition holds that it was created in 721 CE (Yoro 5). In 736 CE (Tenpyo 8), during the reign of Emperor Shomu, it was designated as a Chokuganjo (imperial shrine/temple under imperial patronage), and the statue is referred to as the Haseji-style Eleven-Faced Kannon Bosatsu. It is the fourth station of the Bandai Sanjusan-jo Kannon Reijo (33 Kannon Pilgrimage Sites of the Eastern Region). The temple grounds are famous for flowers blooming in all four seasons, earning it the nickname "Kamakura's Western Paradise." It is particularly renowned as a hydrangea spot, with 2,500 hydrangeas of 40 varieties adorning the grounds during the rainy season.
History
A temple enshrining a wooden eleven-faced Kannon statue approximately 9.18 meters tall, popularly known as "Hase Kannon." It is also famous for its hydrangeas and views of the sea.
Blessings
It is believed to grant fulfillment of wishes and good fortune in love (matchmaking).
What visitors say
The vast temple grounds feature seasonal flowers and autumn foliage. Nighttime light-ups and the view of Yugahama Beach from the observation deck are particularly popular. The grounds also feature three Ryoen Jizo (Jizo statues associated with good marriages) and a Benten Cave, which visitors can enjoy between worship sessions. There are many stairs, so caution is needed, but the facilities are clean, and visitors can enjoy food and drinks such as kakigori (shaved ice).
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 8:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 8:00 – 17:00
Annual events & festivals
- June (peak hydrangea season)Ajisai-michi (Hydrangea Path)
Kamakura's finest early summer scenic spot, adorned with approximately 2,500 hydrangea plants.
In June, about 2,500 hydrangea plants of roughly 40 varieties bloom along the Ajisai-michi (Hydrangea Path) on Mount Kannon. This premier scenic spot in Kamakura attracts many visitors.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Ajisai-michi (Hydrangea Path) with approx. 2,500 plants
- ・Kamakura's finest scenic spot
- ・Scenic walking path with views
- August 10Shiman-rokujunichi (46,000 Days Festival)
A lucky day believed to grant the merit of 46,000 days of worship with a single visit.
On August 10, it is believed that visiting the Kannon (Avalokiteshvara) deity grants the merit equivalent to 46,000 days of worship.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Merit of 46,000 days
- ・Kannon (Avalokiteshvara) lucky day
- Late November to early DecemberAutumn Leaf Light-Up
Special night viewing of the autumn foliage that dyes the shrine grounds in brilliant colors.
During the peak viewing period from late November to early December, the autumn leaves in the shrine grounds are illuminated, and a special night viewing is held.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Autumn leaf light-up
- ・Special night viewing
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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