Joujou-in Temple (in Kyoto)

■Address: 1-1-5 Gokurakuji, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
■Subjects that can be photographed: Hydrangea
■Recommended Season: Early Summer
■Recommended time: Noon
■Parking: None
■Admission fee: None
■Limited admission time: Yes
■Toilets: Available

Jōju-in Temple in the Gokurakuji area of Kamakura is a charming temple known for its breathtaking views overlooking Yuigahama Beach and the hydrangeas blooming along its approach. In early summer, hydrangeas line both sides of the stone steps, creating a picture-perfect scene when combined with the expansive ocean view beyond.

Seijoin｜Sea of Seijoin seen from the approach to the temple

This photo shows the view of the coast seen in the distance from the uphill approach to Seijoin, with the clear blue ocean.

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Jōjū-in Temple｜The Temple Gate and Hydrangeas of Jōjū-in

This photograph captures the temple gate of Jōjū-in alongside the beautiful purple hydrangeas blooming in the foreground.

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Jōjū-in Temple｜Hydrangeas and the Gentle Sea in the Background

This photograph focuses on the hydrangeas at Jōjū-in Temple, softly blurring the approach path and the coastal scenery visible beyond as the background.

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Depth composition of hydrangea, approach and sea

This photo was taken by focusing on the hydrangea in bloom at Seijoin while blurring the approach to the temple and the view of the sea in the distance as a background to create a three-dimensional effect.

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Seijoin｜Hydrangea and sea view from Seijoin

This photo was taken from a location up the approach to Seijoin Temple, together with a view of the blooming hydrangea and the sea stretching out behind it.

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Jōju-in Temple｜The Approach to Jōju-in Temple Through Hydrangeas

This photograph was taken by focusing on the hydrangeas at Jōjū-in Temple and blurring the approach path extending into the background to create a sense of depth.

Year 2025June 2025JuneJoujou-in Temple (in Kyoto)Kanagawa prefecture (Kantou area)hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)blooming (esp. of cherry blossoms)