Culture
Shomyoji Temple Yokohama
Rey WatersShomyoji Temple in Yokohama is a picturesque historic attraction you will definitely want to add to your itinerary.
Shomyoji Temple
Shomyoji Temple (称名寺), was founded by Hojo Sanetoki in 1258 and has been declared a National Treasure in 1922.
Overview
Address
212-1 Kanazawacho, Kanazawa Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa (Map) (Directions)Hours
8:30 - 16:00 Open NowOpening Hours
Monday
8:30 - 16:00
Tuesday
8:30 - 16:00
Wednesday
8:30 - 16:00
Thursday
8:30 - 16:00
Friday
8:30 - 16:00
Saturday
8:30 - 16:00
Sunday
8:30 - 16:00
Holidays
8:30 - 16:00
Price
Free
Phone Number
045-701-9573Website
Access
You can get to Shomyoji Temple by taking the Keikyu Line train and getting off at Kanazawa Bunko station. From there, the temple is a 15-minute walk away. Similarly, you can take the Kanazawa Seaside Line train and get off at Uminokoen-Shibaguchi station. It will also take a 15-minute walk to get to the temple.
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