basic information

Zuisenji is a beautiful Zen temple in the far east of Kamakura, surrounded by wooded hills. It is a branch temple of the Rikai sect's Engakuji school.

Zuisenji was founded by Zen priest Muso Kokushi, one of Japan's most famous garden designers. The temple is known for its pure Zen rock garden which was designed by Muso himself, but also for the many flowers and blooming trees found in the other parts of the temple grounds.

Rock garden

Flower garden

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how to get there

Zuisenji is located in the far east of Kamakura, rather distant from Kamakura Station.

By foot: It takes about 30-45 minutes to reach Zuisenji by foot from Kamakura Station, and about 20-30 minutes from Hachimangu Shrine. It can also be reached via a nice hiking trail that starts at Kenchoji and leads through the wooded hills in about 60-90 minutes.

By bus: The closest bus station is at Kamakura-gu Shrine. From there, the temple can be reached by foot in about 5-15 minutes.

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12th of 14 most visited sights in Kamakura.
149th of 430 most visited sights nationwide.

tours and packages

Kamakura Walking Tour Guided day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura.