Hōkoku-ji is an old temple in the Kenchō-ji school of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism located in Kamakura, Japan. Famous for its bamboo garden, it is also known as "Bamboo Temple". A statue of Gautama Buddha, called Shaka Nyorai in Japanese, in a sacred hall is the temple's principal image. [Wikipedia]
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Hokokuji is a 10 minute walk from the Jomyoji bus stop (bus 23, 24 or 26) or can be accessed through a 30-40 minute walk from Kamakura station.
Famous as the bamboo temple, Hokoku Temple attracts many international visitors each year. With its bamboo garden, the temple also has a Japanese garden, a teahouse serving green tea & Japanese sweets and is also 3-star-listed in the Michelin Green Guide.
Hokoku-ji Temple is famous for its beautiful bamboo garden. But it’s not the only charm of this temple.
Kamakura's Takedera in December: Hokokuji Temple - the Bamboo Temple - is a must visit. It is that special.
Experience the ever popular Hokokuji Temple, where despite the crowds, you might be lucky enough to find a few moments tranquility within its beautiful bamboo garden
The 2,000 Moso-bamboo garden at Hokokuji Temple in Kamakura is not only a great alternative to the iconic Sagano Bamboo Grove in Kyoto, it's a perfect escape for peace and tranquility.
Hokoku-ji Temple in Kamakura has a beautiful bamboo grove. For the full effect of its beauty, go in the morning or late in the afternoon
Hokokuji Temple in Kamakura, famous as the resting place of the Ashikaga Shogun and its elegant bamboo forest.
Hokokuji Temple; a famous Bamboo Temple in Kamakura with a magical bamboo garden in a residential area.
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Taisen-kaku is a 100-year-old inn just seconds away from Hase Kanon Temple. The service they provide will leave you with a memorable experience of your time in Kamakura.
Kishi-ke is traditional, yet modern, Japanese-style inn that aims to connect guests with the present and help them achieve inner harmony through its peaceful design and cultural experiences.
Lunch at The Scapes, Hayama: Enjoy really delicious vegetables, a nice tender steak and tasty deserts, a sophisticated atmosphere and stunning seashore view.
At the creative French restaurant, Nature et Sens, diners are treated to an experience for the senses. Seasonal ingredients and Kamakura produce take centerstage in these fantastically beautiful dishes. Enjoy a glass of wine with your meal from their wide selection for the ultimate experience.
Taste Aratama's famous fried pork cutlet and fall in love with the fresh flavors. Tonkatsu isn't all that's on the menu. Be sure to try Aratama's other dishes like mozzarella menchi katsu and cream croquette.
Discover the taste that Kamakura locals are in love with. New German's fluffy custard-filled sponge cakes are a dessert that is sure to impress. The caramel custard flavor is especially popular with visitors.
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