Religious & Spiritual
Houkokuji
Hōkoku-ji · Kanagawa 248-0003
Rating
4.4(5,506)
Typical visit
50min
With kids
Suitable
Admission
< €10/pers
About
Small Zen temple known for its bamboo grove and matcha tea house.
Founded in the 14th century, this discreet temple shelters a dense bamboo forest that creates a peaceful, photogenic atmosphere. A traditional tea house offers a matcha ceremony in the heart of the garden. The site is quickly toured but provides striking natural scenery, slightly away from central Kamakura.
What we love
Short (30-60 min)Mixed indoor/outdoorAdultsLight (easy walking)OutdoorBudget (<€10/pers)No booking neededHistoric / HeritageYear-roundSelf-guided visitNature immersionPhotogenic / InstagrammableCouples / RomanticSolo travelerWith friends / GroupPeaceful / QuietSpiritual / MeditativeAuthentic / LocalRomantic
Opening hours
Monday
09:00 – 16:00
Tuesday
09:00 – 16:00
Wednesday
09:00 – 16:00
Thursday
09:00 – 16:00
Friday
09:00 – 16:00
Saturday
09:00 – 16:00
Sunday
09:00 – 16:00
Location
2-chōme-7-4 Jōmyōji, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0003, JaponDirections
Reviews
4.4
5,506 reviews
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