Hasedera
- Published 2010.7.13
The Goryojinja Shrine is said to have the spirit of Kamakura Gongoro Kagemasa residing inside of it. Gongoro was a military commander known for his bravery, having set out for war when he was only 16, under the care of Minamoto no Yoshiie. He is famous for having continued fighting his enemies even when his eyes were injured in battle. The local people also call this shrine “Gongorojinja.”
Hasekannon
The Kannon at Hase is called the “eleven-faced goddess of mercy,” and is one of Japan’s largest wooden Buddhist sculpture. (9.18m)
Amidado
It is said that the Amidado sculpture was built by Minamoto no Yoritomo (1147-1199), but in actuality was built in the Muromachi period (1333-1573).
Hasedera Garden
A great place to view flowers from every season, plums in February, cherry blossoms in April, and Japanese iris’ in June.
Information
| Hours | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
|---|---|
| Holidays | - |
| Fee | Adult – 300yen |
| Access | Five minute walk from Enoden Hase Station |
| Address | 3-11-2 Hase, Kamakura City, Kanagawa prefecture |
| Tel | 0467-22-6300 |
| Website | http://www.hasedera.jp/index2.html |
| Map |
