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Meigetsu-in Temple

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Hydrangea at Meigetsu-in Temple, 189 Yamanouchi, Kamakura, Kanagawa
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About this spot

Known as the "hydrangea temple", with some 2,000 to 2,500 hime-ajisai in a shade of blue so particular it is called "Meigetsu-in blue". Entry 500 yen; come early on June weekends.

Getting there

Nearest station
10 min walk from Kita-Kamakura Station (JR)
Address
189 Yamanouchi, Kamakura, Kanagawa
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