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The history of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu can be traced back to the relationship between Yoritomo Minamoto and Hachiman kami.

Traditional culture that has been passed down from the samurai era to the present.

The development of Kamakura over time based on the histories of the Shinto shrines in the area.

Many important historical sites remain in and around Tsurugaoka Hachimangu.

See

The shrine buildings and landmarks on the grounds of the temple, which remain barely changed, offer a sense of eternity.

This is a story of history, told through the many historical sites that remain outside the shrine grounds.

National treasures and important cultural properties that have been passed down within Tsurugaoka Hachimangu since the days of the samurai.

Natural scenery and seasonal festivals.

Prayers and Amulets

We conduct prayers for the fulfillment of your wishes.

These are rituals to celebrate and offer prayers of thanksgiving to people on various occasions in their lives, such as the Shichi-Go-San festival and Yakuyoke.

We pray for the fulfillment of your wishes and offer good luck charms.

Activities

The latest information about festivals, events, and news from the shrine.

Environmental, educational and cultural activities that we work on together with you.

Information on martial arts training, educational classes, religious organizations, and other groups and courses that anyone can participate in.

A guide to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu’s related facilities, including the Tsurugaoka kindergarten and Tsurugaoka Bunko.

Quarterly magazines and books that will help you better understand your faith and culture.

access

2-1-31, Yukinoshita, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa 248-8588, Japan

By Rail

JR Yokosuka line JR Shonan Shinjuku line: A 10-minute walk from the east exit of JR Kamakura Station
Enoshima Electric Railway: A 10-minute walk from Enoden Kamakura Station

By Road

From the Asahina Interchange (IC) on the Yokohama Yokosuka Road, follow Prefectural Highway 204 to Kamakura.

Parking lot information

	Usage time	Fee	Capacity
Standard Vehicle car	9:00〜19:30	Up to 1 hour 600 yen Every subsequent 30 minutes 300 yen	For 40 Standard vehicle cars For 10 Large vehicle cars
Large Vehicle (bus)	9:00〜17:00	Up to 1 hour 2000 yen Every subsequent 30 minutes 1000 yen	For 40 Standard vehicle cars For 10 Large vehicle cars

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Main Parking lot

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Second Parking Lot

For Large Vehicle (bus) Passengers

Reservations can be made on the website for large vehicles (bus) only. Reservations can be made for the current month up to three months in advance.

How to make a reservation

To make a reservation, please complete the Temporary User Registration.
Temporary User Registration
A confirmation email will be sent to the email address that you registered at the time of the Temporary User Registration. Click the URL in the body of the email to officially register.
After temporary registration is completed, you must register within one month.
After registration, you can make a reservation directly on the website.
Large vehicle (bus) parking reservations

Warning

※We do not accept reservations for weekends and holidays.
Please note that we may not be able to accept reservations for certain days due to festivals and other reasons.
※Please note that we do not accept reservations for regular vehicles.
※Temporary registration is valid for one month from the date of application.
(If you do not make a reservation within one month, your temporary user registration will become invalid.)
※There is no fee for registration and booking.
※We do not accept reservations by telephone or fax.

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Visiting Hours

Gate opening and closing times

October - March:: 6:00-21:00
April - September:: 5:00 - 21:00

Facility Hours

Kamakura Bunkakan Tsurugaoka Museum: 10:00 - 16:30
Closed on Mondays (if the Monday is a national holiday, the museum will be open), during exhibition changeover periods, and over the New Year period.
Tsurugaoka Museum Cafe & Shop: 10:00 - 17:00 (16:30 last order)
Closed on Mondays (or the next day if the Monday is a national holiday)
Tea house Kaze no Mori: 10:30 - 17:00
Open year round
Tsurugaoka Bunko: 9:00-12:00 / 13:00-16:30
Closed on Mondays and New Year's Day (with occasional closures)
Treasure Hall: 9:00 - 16:00
Closed: No holidays (closed for replacing exhibits, etc.)
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Cemetery: 9:00 - 17:00
Closed every Wednesday