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Manfukuji Temple
鎌倉市腰越２丁目４−８
A temple of the Daikakuji branch of the Shingon sect, featuring numerous exhibits related to Minamoto no Yoritomo's rival, Minamoto no Yoshitsune, and the warrior monk Musashi-bo Benkei.
History
It is said to have been founded in 744 CE (Tenpyo 16) by the monk Kibi no Makibi. In May 1185 CE (Genryoku 2), it became known as the temple where Minamoto no Yoshitsune wrote the 'Koshijo' (Letter from Koshi) to his brother, Minamoto no Yoritomo, expressing his feelings.
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What visitors say
Located within walking distance of Koshi Station on the Enoden line, this temple is famous as the place where Minamoto no Yoshitsune wrote the 'Koshijo' to his brother, Minamoto no Yoritomo. The grounds feature bronze statues of Yoshitsune and Benkei, as well as the site of a well that provided water for grinding ink. The main hall also displays fusuma (sliding door) paintings. The temple offers a wide variety of Goshuin (shrine or temple calligraphic seal stamps), and the surrounding area, which includes a shopping street and a coastline, is ideal for a leisurely stroll.
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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