Jōren-ji Temple
乗蓮寺
A historic Yokohama temple founded by Hojo Masako, featuring a protective statue she carved and a well linked to local history.
What it is
- A Koyasan Shingon sect temple located in Yokohama.
- Founded by Hojo Masako during the early Kamakura period.
- Established near a well dug specifically for Masako.
- The site served as a reported evacuation point during the Jokyu War.
What to see
- A statue of Hojo Masako carved to protect women and children.
- The historic well that gave the Idogaya neighborhood its name.
Getting there
- The temple is a nine-minute walk from Gumyoji Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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