Buddhist temples & pagodas
Meigetsuin Temple
Kamakura, Japan
Meigetsuin Temple, established in 1160, is famed for its ethereal hydrangea gardens, which earned it the name 'Ajisai-dera' or Hydrangea Temple. The gardens bloom vibrantly each June, creating a floral maze for visitors.
Good to know
- Best months
- Jun–Jul
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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