Buddhist templeKanagawa

Chōju-ji Temple

長寿寺

Address: 神奈川県鎌倉市山ノ内1503

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History

After Ashikaga Takauji’s death in 1358, his son Motouji built a complete temple complex here to memorialize him.

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Sources Kamakura City Tourism Association

Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Numbered buildings have unconfirmed names and uses.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Building 1
Mapped building; its name and use await confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmed
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Building 2
Mapped building; its name and use await confirmation.
Name and use unconfirmed
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Visiting information

Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Opening hours

Visits are 10:00–15:00 and cancelled in rain. April–May: Fridays, weekends and holidays; June: Wednesday–Sunday. October–November 22: Fridays, weekends and holidays; November 23–December 7: daily.