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North Kamakura
North Kamakura
The artist Isamu Noguchi lived and created ceramics in Kita (North) Kamakura in 1952.
Engakuji (円覚寺). Number two of Kamakura's Five Zen Temples, founded in 1282 to commemorate soldiers who fell fighting off the Mongol invasion the previous year. The Shariden building on the grounds is reputed to contain one of the teeth of the Buddha. Atop a hill near the temple is the temple's large bell and next to it a teahouse famous for its tokoroten (sweet cold noodles) ? although foreigners tasting this peculiarly salty and slimy concoction may wonder why.
Kenchōji (建長寺). Number one of Kamakura's Five Zen Temples, the oldest in Kamakura (built 1253) and one of the oldest in all Japan. The temple bell here too has been designated a National Treasure, and there's a nice Zen garden as well.
Tōkeiji (東慶寺) . A nunnery famous in the feudal days for sheltering abused women, who could obtain a divorce by staying here for three years. Has a large and atmospheric graveyard. Also called "Kakekomidera" (the fugitive temple), and famous for its ume (Japanese plum).
Meigetsuin (明月院). A lot of hydrangeas are plated in precincts, and it is called "Hydrangea Temple." On the other hand, it is known in the grave of Hojo Tokiyori and the Meigetsuin Temple tower that assumed to be the biggest in tunnel type grave. It takes 10 minites on foot from JR Kita-Kamakura Station. The seeing time is to 16:00 from 9:00. Admission fees are 300 yen.
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