{"id":29714,"date":"2017-09-06T08:00:07","date_gmt":"2017-09-05T23:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/?p=29714"},"modified":"2022-08-01T11:57:21","modified_gmt":"2022-08-01T02:57:21","slug":"ryuko-ji-temple-near-kamakura","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/ryuko-ji-temple-near-kamakura\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover Ryuko-ji Temple and a Five Storied Pagoda, near Kamakura"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I guess many tourists\u00a0think of Kamakura<\/strong>\u00a0as a place of many temples<\/strong> and home to the\u00a0Great Buddha\u00a0<\/strong>Buddhist temple Kotoku-in), and Enoshima<\/strong> as a beach resort<\/strong> for the Tokyoites<\/strong>. However, Fujisawa city<\/strong>(Kanagawa prefecture) conceals a magnificent<\/strong> temple<\/strong>\u00a0that unveils itself under further exploration!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A destination that cannot be missed, especially since it is only 23 minutes<\/strong> from Kamakura by the very cute Enoden Train<\/strong>. So why not explore Enoshima if you plan to visit Kamakura<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enoden, the Charming Train which Connects Kamakura to Fujisawa (via Enoshima)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Enoden<\/strong>, or the Enoshima Electric Railway<\/strong>, runs through many stops from Kamakura<\/strong> to Fujisawa<\/strong>. The Kamakura – Enoshima train stations are very busy and pleasant to visit. You can visit them with a special ticket which costs only 260 yen<\/strong> for the Kamakura – Enoshima route. At Kamakura railway station<\/strong>, you will notice that there is a bakery \/ sandwich shop called “D\u00e9liFrance” … Think about trying it if you are craving a quiche or croissant!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take the Enoden, this little train of four vehicles can take you to Enoshima station in <\/strong>23 minutes, to enjoy an impressive and unforgettable experience<\/strong>! As the train is running, you will run on narrow railway tracks<\/strong> among the houses. It’s as if you were walking in the middle of rural Japan<\/strong>! Once the narrow road is over, then you can even admire the ocean from your seat!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And yes, Enoden can even be spotted in some films thanks to the “retro<\/strong>” look!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking the Enoden makes you feel as if you have stepped into a different time<\/strong> … The train journey<\/strong> via the Enoden(nose pressed against the window) is something I recommend to try at least once during your trip to Japan<\/strong> … and even more than once if you have the opportunity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Japanese Sweet Shop Ougi-ya near Ryuko-ji Temple<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After arriving at Enoshima<\/strong>, take a few minutes to go to the little Japanese sweet shop,<\/strong> Ougi-ya<\/strong>, which is right in front of Ryuko-ji temple<\/strong>. Both are close to the station, so it would be nice to stop by the shop to sample some sweets<\/strong> before heading up to the temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take your time to admire the decor of this shop! After waiting a few minutes and observing the street, you might see the “real” Enoden<\/strong> passing between Ryuko-ji temple and the shop Ougi-ya … It was very surprising when we saw it, so you may feel like enjoying the view too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Huge Buddhist Temple, Ryujo-ji near Enoshima<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After the Ougi-ya shop, cross the street to visit the temple. Take all the time you need to enjoy this temple thoroughly.<\/strong> Follow the path from top to bottom, climb all the stairs<\/strong> (it’s worth the detour, I promise)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indeed, little wonders are hidden in every corner! The main hall <\/strong>named Dai Hondo in Japanese, built in 1832, and its five-storied pagoda<\/strong>, built in 1910, are the two highlights of this temple<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The History of Ryuko-ji Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to legends, this temple stands on the site of the former Tatsukuchi Execution Grounds. Nichiren<\/strong>, the founder of the Nichiren Sect of Buddhism<\/strong>, was reportedly brought here for execution, having criticized Kamakura’s shogunate. But at the last fateful moment, a light came from Enoshima<\/strong> to dazzle the executioners and save the life of Nichiren! Nippo, a disciple of Nichiren, was created at the temple after his death many years later. In particular, he erected a statue of Nichiren to dedicate this sacred place to him, where the intervention of the light that saved Nichiren was considered a divine sign. The temple was founded in 1337.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visit the Temple<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you go into the temple, you start by passing two gates<\/strong> (Nio-mon<\/strong> and San-mon<\/strong>) and then you face in the main hall<\/strong>, Dai Hondo. Then, to the right as you go up you can see the pagoda<\/strong> hidden among the trees so  try to get closer to it, so you will notice the dragon engraving to worth viewing as the beautiful work of art !<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the left, climbing up (very) steep stairs, you will find the impressive Bussha Ritou<\/strong>; a dazzling statue which came from India<\/strong>. The path is long, but after you arrive at the top, you will see the impressive statue. Also, from this point of view, you can admire a beautiful view<\/strong> of the Pacific Ocean<\/strong> and Enoshima island<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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General Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For more information, check out\u00a0the official website of Fujisawa City Tourist Association in English <\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n