Ryukoji
神奈川県
A Nichiren head temple on the sacred ground of the 1271 Tatsunokuchi Persecution, home to Kanagawa's only wooden five-story pagoda
Founded
1337
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3 min walk from Enoden Enoshima Station
3-13-37 Katase, Fujisawa
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Overview
Built on the site where Nichiren was nearly executed in the Tatsunokuchi Persecution. Its five-story pagoda is the only wooden one in Kanagawa Prefecture.
Origins
In 1271, the Buddhist monk Nichiren was brought to the execution ground at Tatsunokuchi in Sagami Province by order of the Kamakura shogunate, but according to tradition, a mysterious light appeared at the moment of execution, causing it to be halted. This event is known as the Tatsunokuchi Persecut…
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7月
7
Ryukoji Tanabata Memorial Service
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A Tanabata memorial service at Ryukoji, built on the site of the execution ground where Nichiren was miraculously spared. The service offers gratitude and prayers recalling Nichiren's escape from persecution, while Tanabata decorations adorn the temple grounds of this important Nichiren sect site.
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Hours
Visiting/reception hours are 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.
Admission
No admission fee is charged; the temple grounds may be visited freely.
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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