Meigetsu-in: The Hydrangea Temple
Discover tranquility at Kamakura's Meigetsu-in Temple, famed for its mesmerizing blue hydrangeas and serene Zen garden, a photographer's dream.
Meigetsu-in, a Rinzai Zen temple in Kamakura, is renowned as the 'Hydrangea Temple' for its stunning display of blue hydrangeas that bloom in June. Founded in 1160, it offers a serene escape with its gardens, circular window, and historical significance.
A brief summary to Meigetsu-in
- 189 Yamanouchi, Kamakura, Yamanouchi, Kanagawa, 247-0062, JP
- +81467-24-3437
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning, especially during hydrangea season (June), to avoid large crowds.
- Pay the additional fee to enter the inner garden during the iris blooming season in June or during the autumn foliage season in late November/early December.
- Look for rabbit motifs throughout the temple grounds, a nod to the temple's connection to the moon in Japanese folklore.
- Take a moment to view the inner garden through the circular 'Window of Enlightenment' in the Main Hall.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The most convenient way to reach Meigetsu-in is by train to Kita-Kamakura Station on the JR Yokosuka Line. From Tokyo, the journey takes approximately 50-60 minutes. From Kita-Kamakura Station, it's a 10-minute walk to the temple. Follow the signs. A one-way train fare from Kamakura to Kita-Kamakura is about ¥140.
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Walking
For those already in Kamakura, a pleasant 30-minute walk from Kamakura Station will take you to Meigetsu-in. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the historic streets. From Kamakura Station East Exit, buses bound for Kita-Kamakura depart from Platform 6, alighting at 'Meigetsuin-mae'. The temple is a short walk from the bus stop.
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