Kenchoji Temple

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Japan’s oldest Zen temple and the first of the Kamakura Five Mountains. Admire the grand Sanmon gate and powerful dragon ceiling art.

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Kenchoji Temple

Address: 8 Yamanouchi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
Website: http://kenchoji.com/
Operator: Kenchoji Temple

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