Shinto shrineKanagawa

Kamakura-gū

鎌倉宮

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Emperor Meiji ordered the shrine’s foundation in 1869 and named it Kamakura-gū, dedicating it to Prince Morinaga.

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Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

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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

Main Sanctuary
Sanctuary honoring Prince Moriyoshi, also known as Ōtōnomiya.
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Worship Hall
Worship hall before the sanctuary dedicated to Prince Moriyoshi.
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Murakami Shrine
Subsidiary shrine dedicated to Murakami Yoshiteru.
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Check before you go

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

From JR Kamakura Station, take the Keikyū bus bound for Kamakura-gū to its terminus, directly in front of the shrine.

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