Shomyoji Temple (Kanazawa, Yokohama)
In Japanese: 称名寺
The family temple of the Kanazawa Hojo clan, founded in the 13th century. Its old pond and earthworks still show the medieval temple layout.
National Historic Site (Shomyoji precinct)
Nearby
- Hokokuji Temple (Bamboo Garden) ≈ 35 min by car
- Kenchoji Temple ≈ 35 min by car
- Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine ≈ 35 min by car
- Meigetsuin Temple (Hydrangea Temple) ≈ 40 min by car
- Engakuji Temple (Kita-Kamakura) ≈ 40 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- 15 min walk from Kanazawa-bunko Station (Keikyu Line), east exit
- Good to know
- No parking; quiet residential area
- Time needed
- 1 h
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-12. Report outdated info