I’m Nobu, I like traveling overseas and in Japan, visited 25 countries.
I’ve got the license of the certificate English guide in Japan for 8 years.
I show you hidden Japan which you have never seen and heard of!
What is Meigetsuin Blue?
There many famous hydrangea viewing spots in Kamakura.
Top three temples are Jojuin Temple, Hase Temple, and Meigetsuin Temple.
I think Meigetsuin temple which I introduce here is especially famous as it’s blue color.
Meigetsuin Temple is the representative “hydrangea temple” in Kamakura.
And it is crowded with many people every year during the rainy season.
The temple is said to have approximately 2,500 plants of beautiful hydrangeas.
Uniformity of blue
The main feature of the hydrangeas at Meigetsuin Temple is the magnificent uniformity of the blue color.
Most of the hydrangeas planted on the temple grounds are an ancient Japanese variety called “Himehydrangea,”.
And their transparent beauty which intentionally united in a single blue color, is known as “Meigetsuin blue.”
The vast area of hydrangea blooming as far as the eye can see in the sloping valley at the foot of the mountain.
It is never boring to look at.
There are many places to see throughout the temple grounds.
Chacha Bridge
It’s a wooden bridge overlooking the hydrangeas.
Surrounded by large trees, it is full of clean air.
Sanmon Gate
It’s a beautiful approach surrounded by hydrangeas on both sides.
Karesansui Garden
Its a Zen garden in front of the main hall.
It is small, but you can feel the Zen prayer.
Window of Enlightenment
It’s a round window that allows you to see the garden behind.
It is a truly picturesque view.
The back garden
It’s a hidden garden that is open only in June for the irises and November for the autumn leaves.
The quiet atmosphere is soothing.
Others
There are also a well, stone statues, a rabbit hutch, a bamboo grove, and other attractions that will keep you busy.
Why don’t you immerse yourself in the blue of Meigetsuin and experience the beauty of Japan?
It is recommended to enter the temple at the time of opening and enjoy the quietness of the temple.
It is said to be the most crowded temple in Kamakura during the beautiful hydrangea season.
I’m Nobu, one heart enjoy together!!!