This sublime monastery is known as one of the Great Zen Temples. The barrier-free route for wheelchair users can only be accessed with permission from staff and we suggest consulting before your visit. We recommend Engakuji for a sunny day. Please see below for information in English on the temple and barrier-free route.
- Facility OverviewFacility Name: EngakujiAddress: 247-0062 Kanagawa Kamakura Yamanouchi 409Telephone Number: 0467-22-0478Opening Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm (from Dec to Feb 8:30am - 4:00pm)Closed: Open DailyGeneral Admission Fee: Adults: 500JPY (high school student or older), Children: 200JPY (primary school and junior high school students )Discount for those with Disabilities: Free with presentation of a government issued disability card. Also free for one carer. Home Page URL: https://www.engakuji.or.jp/
Website in Japanese: Top right hand corner has options for English.AccessNearest Station/Bus Stop: JR Yokosuka Line Kitakamakura Station, East GateDistance from Nearest Station/Bus Stop: JR Kitakamakura Station 60mApproximate travel time from station/bus stop: 1 minute walk from JR Kitakamakura Station - AccessibilitySuitable in All Weather: Not good for rainy days, Mostly outdoorsEstimated Visiting time for Persons with Disabilities: 60 minutesParking for those with Disabilities: Not AvailableMulitlingual Guidance Available: Leaflets available in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, German, French, SpanishMap of Wheelchair accessible paths Available: NoBasic Information for AccessabilityStep into Entrance of Facility(Height): 35 steps to the main gateWheelchair accessible Entryway option(Slope): 12° ramp from the staff parking space to ButsunichianElevator: NoneNursing Room Available: NoneFirst Aid Room: NoneBabysitting/Childcare: NoneSensory Room: NonePrayer Room: NoneService Dogs Allowed: YesRentalsWheelchair Rental: NoBaby Buggy/Stroller Rental: NoAudio Guide Rental: NoOther Available Rentals: No
- Parking AreaMap from Parking to Facility Availale: N/AMultilingual Guide Map of Parking Area Available: N/ASurface type of Parking Area: N/AParking Area Facility with covered Roof Path: N/ADistance from Parking Area to an Indoor Facility: N/AParking Attendants Available: N/AInformation for those with Physical DisabilitiesParking Space for those with Disabilities Available: NoSteps on Pathway from Parking Area to Entryway: N/AVehicle Available to Drive up to Entryway for drop off: No, but Butsunitian is accessible from the staff parking space
- ToiletRestroom Entryway Width: No Information AvailableToilet Stall Entryway Width: 49 cmWestern Style Toilets Available: YesWestern style Toilets with Handrails Available: Vertical fixed barAvailability of heated bidet: No Information AvailableToilet Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesToilet stall for those with Physical Disabilites: YesDoor Style: Sliding doorDoor Width: 85 cmWidth inside Toilet Stall: 146 x 168 cmHandrail Available: L style bar on the left, adjustable U bar on the rightWarm Water Bidet Available: YesOstomate-compatible facilities: YesUniversal Changing bed(for adults): NoEmergency Alert Button in Stall: Yes, 72 cm above the ground levelFor Young ChildrenBaby Chair in Restroom stalls: NoDiaper Changing Bed: NoFor the Visually ImpairedAudio Guide Available: NoBraille Guide, Braille Map Available: Braille guide on the operation panel of the toilet, No Braille Map availableToilet for Seeing Eye Dog Available: No
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- Paths & Walkways at FacilityUneven surfaces on Paths: Cobblestone paths or stone pavementStairs at Facility: Steps at many pointsAccessibility Path around Steps: 2-10° Steep Slopes at several pointsPathway Surfaces: Most paths cobblestone or stone pavementInaccessible Areas to those with physical disabilities: Most Areas inaccessible except for ButsunichianRest Area: Yes, Free rest area available near Somon Gate, rampway equipedBraille Ground Blocks : NoneBraille Exhibit Guide Information: NoneOther difficult to traverse areas: Areas with staircases or cobble stones on the way may not be accessible for wheelchairsCondition of Stairways at FacilityWheelchair Stairlift Available: NoHandrail Available: Almost all stairs do not handrails except for Butsunichian and DaihojoBraille Labelled Handrails: No
- EscalatorsEscalator: NoneAudio Guidance to Escalator Available: N/AElevatorsNumber of Elevators Available: NoneWidth Inside Elevator: N/ADoor Width: N/AWheelchair Accessible Control Panel: N/ARear-view Mirror in Elevator: N/AAudio guidance at Destination Floors: N/ABraille on Control Panel: N/AVisual Display of Destination Floor: N/AMultilingual Guidance: N/AMultilingual Control Panel: N/A
- Accommodations for Different Needs at FacilitySupport & Guidance Available: NoneFacilities & Exhibits that are accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: ButsunichianAreas not accesible to those with Physical Disabilities: Areas with staircases on the way except for ButsunichianAudio Guide Available: NoDisplays/Exhibits made for the Visually impaired & Blind: NoneDisplays/Exhibits made for the Hearing impaired & Deaf: NoneSpeech to Text Conversion Available: NoneMultilingual Displays: NoneMultilingual Audio Guide, Headset Audio Guide Available: NoneAccommodations provided by StaffStaff trained to accommodate those with Physical Dissabilities: No information AvailableStaff trained to accommodate the Visually Impaired & Blind: No information AvailableStaff trained to accommodate the Hearing Impairments & Deaf: No information AvailableStaff can use Sign Language: No information AvailableMultilingual Staff Available: No information Available
- General InformationName: Benten ChayaType of food: Cafe style, Japanese green tea and Japanese sweets, some Japanese style light meals including Vegetable Curry and Miso-Dengaku also availableOpening Hours: 10:00am - 4:00pmCafe Entryway & Interior InformationDoor Type: N/A, Open SpaceDoor Width: N/AEntryway Steps (Height): NoSlope in place of stairs: N/ASeats with Tables available: Yes, 6 tables availableBaby chair/booster seat available: NoOther Seating Information: N/AHallways width: over 80 cmStaff Support(for buffet style meals): N/AMenuBraille Menu Available: NoneMenu with Photos: Yes, also available on website "Tea House" sectionMultilingual Menu Available: English AvailableSpecial AccommodationsAccommodation for Special Dietary Needs for those with disabilities: NoneVegeterian Meals: NoneHalal Meals: None (some items without pork available)
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Thank you for visiting our site. With our nationally licensed guide's network, we have become known as one of the best DMCs in Japan as well. If your clients are looking for personable and tailor-made private tours, we offer you a special tour as per your request. Contact us