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Jougyouji Temple
鎌倉市大町2丁目8−17
A Nichiren sect temple located in Omachi, Kamakura City, known as a temple for sealing off cancer.
History
This Nichiren sect temple was founded in 1313 CE (Showa 2) by Nichihan Shonin. The main hall was relocated from Myohouji Temple in Nagoshi in 1886. Inside the hall, statues of Nichiren Shonin and Nichihan Shonin, the founder, are enshrined. Additionally, the temple grounds have a history of sheltering Hiroki Matsunosuke, a samurai from Mito, and his grave is also located here.
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Blessings
Known as a temple for sealing off cancer.
What visitors say
The temple is located along the road and does not have a dedicated parking lot, so caution is required. The grounds feature a Suesu Inari Hall, which is believed to offer benefits in sealing off illnesses such as eye diseases and cancer, attracting many visitors. Omamori (protective amulets) can be purchased for 300 yen. It is a small yet charming temple.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 17:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 17:00
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