＜Fujisawa Yugyoji Temple＞Beloved Sacred Site on the Tokaido With a Longstanding History｜Shonan,KamakuraFor recommended sightseeing and leisure spots inTabiiro

Beloved Sacred Site on the Tokaido With a Longstanding History

"Fujisawa Yugyoji Temple", located in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture, is the main temple of the Jishu sect, established in 1325 by the monk Donkai with the assistance of his brother, Matano Goro Kagehira. The central deity enshrined there is "Amida Nyorai", believed to possess the ability to repel evil, bring good luck, and fulfill wishes. The temple grounds house ten buildings designated as tangible cultural properties, enhancing its appeal to tourists visiting Fujisawa. The temple, complemented by seasonal flowers, offers a delightful setting for leisurely walks.

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A Historic Milestone Marking Seven Centuries of Tradition With Commemorative Events

"Fujisawa Yugyoji Temple", founded in 1325 by the 4th generation Yugyō priest Donkai, will celebrate its 700th anniversary in 2025. The temple grounds will be renovated, and commemorative events will be held. The "Odori Nembutsu (dancing invocation)" ritual, popularized by the sect's founder Ippen Shonin, is said to be the root of the Bon Odori dance. The "Yugyo no Bon" festival is held in July, becoming a summer seasonal event.

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"Uga Shrine", Known for the "Deity Uga Benzaiten"

Located at the back left of the shrine grounds, "Uga jinja Shrine" enshrines "deity Uga Benzaiten", a deity associated with the Tokugawa family. Behind the shrine stands Zeniarai Benzaiten, long revered for bringing wealth and fortune through the ritual of washing coins. A stroll along the surrounding path offers a peaceful way to appreciate the seasonal beauty of flowers, plants, and the picturesque pond.

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Enjoy Seasonal Blooms and Foliage Throughout the Year

The symbolic tree known as Ōichō (Large Gingko Tree) is said to be over 700 years old and is designated as a natural monument of Fujisawa City. In the summer, peonies, wisterias, hydrangeas, and other flowers come into full bloom, attracting many visitors every year to the "Shobu Garden (Iris)" that opens in the courtyard.

01. White magnolias bloom beside "Hojo Pond," fish gathered under "the Edict of Compassion" were released back into "Free Life Pond".
02. Monthly temple stamps feature "Myōgō" and the "Twelve Light Buddhas" in gold.
03. During the Fusan ritual, the traveling priest distributes Nembutsu talismans to visitors.

Fujisawa Yugyoji Temple

Address

1-8-1 Nishitomi, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa

Access

[Car] Approximately 20 minutes from Totsuka IC on the Yokohama Shindo; [Train] Approximately 15-minute walk from Fujisawa Station on the JR and private railway lines

Official Website

http://www.jishu.or.jp/

TEL

+81-466-22-2063Please inform the staff that you found us through "Tabiiro"

FAX

+81-466-23-8243

SNS

Business hours

9:00 A.M to 4:00 P.M.

Regular Holiday

Open all-year-round

Fee

Admission to the temple is free. A separate fee applies for the Yugyoji Treasure Museum

Parking

15 spaces

Event information

January 1st: Shushō-e (New Year’s Day Ceremony), 12th: Hatsu Fusan (First Distribution of Tablets)
February 3rd: Setsubun Tsuina-shiki (Evil-dispelling Ritual at the Time of Seasonal Change), 15th: Nehan-e (Buddha’s Nirvāṇa Ceremony), 17th-18th: Shunki Kaisan-ki (Spring Memorial Ceremony of Temple’s Founder)
April 8th: Shakuson Gōtan-e (Buddha’s Birthday Ceremony)
Early June: Memorial Services for Pet animals
September 14th: Susuki Nembutsu-e (Susuki Ceremony of Invocation), 14th-15th: Aki no Kaisan-ki / Ichi-hen-ki (Autumn Founder's Memorial)
November 18th-28th: Saimatsubetsuji Nembutsu-e (Year-end ceremony of Invocation) 27th: Omettō (Ritual of Extinction of Lamplight), 28th: Ōondai (Invocation Ceremony at Specified Period of Time)