Tokeiji Temple

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Non-poto

It is said that Tokei-ji Temple was founded in 1285 by Hojo Tokimune's wife, Kakuzanni. It was possible for women to divorce their husband after three years of training and studying at this temple. Therefore, it because known by the alternative names "divorce temple" and "refuge temple."

Information

Hours 8:30 – 17:00 (November to February closes at 16:00)
Holidays -
Fee 100 yen
Access Four minute walk from Kitakamakura Station
Address 1367 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Tel 0467-22-1663
Website http://www.takeiji.com/pc/index.html
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