Joei-ji is one of those small, beautiful backstreet temples that Kamakura is so famous for. Built in 1606, the temple was a training ground for monks for centuries. The affectionate nickname "Botamochi" is actually the name of a Japanese bean and rice sweet. The temple derives its name from a legend involving Nichiren, the founder of the Buddhist sect of the same name and the sweet. A mass and festival takes place each year on September 12th to commemorate the legend. It is just down the street from Myohon-ji, in a quiet little residential area.
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Kamakura's Joei-ji Temple
Also known as "Botamochi" Temple, this is a little gem
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