A stunning view of the Sanmon Gate at Engaku-ji Temple in Kamakura, Japan.Culture

Engaku-ji

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Kita-Kamakura, Kamakura · 鎌倉

Founded in 1282 and spread up a valley beside Kita-Kamakura station, with a great gate, a national-treasure bell up a long flight of steps, and a tea house at the top.

Why it’s worth it

It starts at the platform edge — no walk in at all. Climb to the bell; almost nobody does, and the tea house up there looks over the whole valley.

CategoryCulture
AreaKita-Kamakura
Hours08:30–16:30
Typical spend¥
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