Hase Temple is a temple of the Jodo sect, that is most famous for its statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. The statue shows Kannon with eleven heads, each representing a characteristic of the goddess. The 9.18 meter tall, gilded wooden statue is regarded as the largest wooden sculpture in Japan, and can be viewed in the temple's main building.
You can pack a small picnic basket and enjoy a great view of the coastal city of Kamakura from the terrace next to the temple's main buildings.
Next to the temple garden and the pond stands the Bentendo, a small hall that contains a figure of Benten (or Benzaiten), a goddess of feminine beauty and wealth.
Directions:
Hase Temple is located a 5 minute walk from the Enoden Railway Hase Station, the third station from Kamakura main station.
Temple Timings and admission fees: (rates subject to change)
Hours: 8:00 to 17:30 (until 17:00 in winter)
Admission ends 30 minutes before closing time.
Closed: No closing days
Admission: 500 yen
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