Hase-dera

Attractions | Religious buildings and sites
Kamakura

Tuesday 8 September 2015

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Time Out says

The main feature at Kamakura's Hase-dera (also known as Hase Kannon) is undoubtedly the 11-faced statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy and compassion. Over nine metres (30 feet) tall, it was carved in 721 out of a single camphor tree. The temple is also famous for its thousands of small Jizo figurines offered in memory of deceased children and babies (including those who were never carried to full term). Hase-dera also has a revolving library containing Buddhist sutras – worshippers causing the library to rotate receive merit equivalent to reading the entire Buddhist canon – and a small network of caves with statues carved out of the rock. The treasure house contains artefacts excavated from the temple during rebuilding.

Details

Address: 3-11-2 Hase, Kamakura-shi; Kanagawa

Transport:: Hase Station (Enoshima Electric Railway line)

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What’s on

Kamakura Hasedera Autumn Light-up

Known for its magnificent 11-faced statue of Kannon and beautiful hydrangeas in early summer, Kamakura’s Hasedera temple is also a prime location to catch the breathtaking autumn foliage. From November 23 to December 8, the temple grounds will open for a special night-time visit from sunset to 7.30pm. Visitors will be treated to a stunning display, as the crimson leaves of the momiji and kaede trees in the Japanese garden are bathed in warm light. The scenery is also reflected in the still waters of the pond, making for a magical sight Tickets to the special night visit cost ¥400 for adults and ¥200 for primary school children. Note that tripods are not allowed in the temple grounds.

Late openings
Until 8 Dec 2024

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