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Famous for its breathtaking bamboo grove. Enjoy matcha green tea at the tea house while surrounded by 2,000 serene bamboo trees.

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Houkokuji , Kamakura , Japan 報国寺 / 鎌倉 [ 4K ]

Houkokuji , Kamakura , Japan 報国寺 / 鎌倉 [ 4K ]

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Hokokuji Temple

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2-7-4 Jomyoji, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
Website
http://www.houkokuji.or.jp/
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Hokokuji Temple

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