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Hokokuji

Kanagawa · Kamakura · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 報国寺

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WHAT TO DOHokokuji

A grove of about 2,000 moso bamboo. It is called the bamboo temple.

WHEREKanagawa

Kamakura & Shonan · Kamakura

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Overview

A grove of about 2,000 moso bamboo. It is called the bamboo temple.

Key facts

Founded：1334 Blessings：Warding off evil

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