Teruji Hagiwara (Japan Artists Association member)

Komyoji Temple

This temple was originally constructed at Sasukegayatsu under the name of Rengeji in 1240, with Nena Ryochu as the founder,sponsored by the fourth generation regency Hojo Tsunetoki. It was renamed Komyoji after being transferred to the present location in 1243. After the death of Tsunetoki, who, as Shikken, or an assistant to Shogun, held the real power in the Kamakura government, the temple continued to enjoy the patronage of the Hojo family who inherited power as Shikken. The temple was first place (famous school) of Kanto 18 Danrin, where Jodo Buddhist priests trained during the Edo era.
The temple belongs to the Jodo Buddhist sect. Kamakura Goddess of Mercy No.18 / 33. Kamakura Ksitigarbha No.22 / 24.


Tourist attractions include two beautiful gardens: Kishu Teien with a lotus pond, and Sanson Goso Raigo in the Karesansui (a dry landscape garden) style. There is also the graveyard of the Naito family who were patrons of the temple.

Seasonal flowers: <spring> cherry blossom, <summer> lotus

Annual event: Ojuya (a Buddhist memorial service for the repose of the dead, October 12-15)

Time required: 30 minutes to one hour

TEL (0467) 22-0603