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Tōkei-ji Temple
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Tōkei-ji Temple

東慶寺

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神奈川県鎌倉市山ノ内1367
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History

Tōkei-ji was founded in 1285 and became known as a refuge where women could obtain divorce.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

  1. 1285

    Construction

    KamakuraRecorded event
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Explore the grounds

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

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.
Landmarks on this map
  1. Main Hall

    Main hall enshrining a seated Shakyamuni Buddha.

  2. Mountain Gate

    Small surviving entrance gate into the temple.

  3. Bell Pavilion

    Bell pavilion with a medieval bell originally belonging to Fudarakuji.

  4. Kan’untei Teahouse

    Teahouse associated with the Urasenke tea tradition, moved here from the Horikoshi family.

  5. Byakurensha

    Seated-chair tearoom used for sutra copying and cultural activities.

  6. Suigetsu Hall

    Relocated private Buddhist hall enshrining the Suigetsu Kannon image.

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Visiting information

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Opening hours

Worship hours are 09:00–16:00. The treasure museum is closed on the first and third Tuesdays.

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