In June, blue hydrangeas of many varieties bloom at this temple earning it the nickname of the Hydrangea Temple (Ajisaidera). This temple has limited paths for wheelchair users and an accessible restroom is not available. If visiting during rainy season, taken should be take on steps and paths. See below for more detailed information in English.
- Facility OverviewFacility Name: Meigetsuin TempleAddress: 189 Yamanouchi,Kamakura-shi,KanagawaTelephone Number: 0467-24-3437Opening Hours: 9:00-16:00 Opening hours may be altered during the hydrangea season in June.Closed: Open DailyGeneral Admission Adult (16years old and over):500yen
Student(6-15years old):300yen
Extra Garden behind the main hall of temple: Additional 500 yenDiscount for those with Disabilities: disability certificate issued in Japan required upon purchase
Free plus one carerHome Page URL: https://trip-kamakura.com/place/230.htmlAccessNearest Station: JR Yokosuka Line Kitakamakura stationDistance from Nearest Station: 700mApproximate travel time from station: 10 minute walk from Kitakamakura station East exit - AccessibilitySuitable in All Weather: Not good for rainy days, All outdoorsEstimated Visiting time for Persons with Disabilities: 60～90minutesParking for those with Disabilities: Available, see photosMulitlingual Guidance Available: YesMap of Wheelchair accessible paths Available: NoBasic Information for AccessibilityStep into Entrance of Facility（Height）: YesWheelchair accessible Entryway option(Slope）: YesElevator: 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: NoneMultilingual 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: N/ASteps on Pathway from Parking Area to Entryway: N/AVehicle Available to Drive up to Entryway for drop off: N/A
- ToiletRestroom Entryway Width: 80 cmToilet Stall Entryway Width: 70 cmWestern Style Toilets Available: YesWestern style Toilets with Handrails Available: NoAvailability of heated bidet: NoneToilet Information for those with Physical DisabilitiesToilet stall for those with Physical Disabilites: Not availableFor Young ChildrenBaby Chair in Restroom stalls: N/ADiaper Changing Bed: N/AFor the Visually ImpairedAudio Guide Available: N/ABraille Guide, Braille Map Available: N/AToilet for Seeing Eye Dog Available: N/A
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Precincts of the temple
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- Paths & Walkways at FacilityUneven surfaces on Paths: Some, cobblestone pathsStairs at Facility: Steps at several pointsAccesibility Path around Steps: Slopes at several pointsPathway Surfaces: Most paths cobblestone or asphaltInaccessible Areas to those with physical disabilities: Main hall, Katsura BridgeRest Area: BenchesBraille Ground Blocks : NoneBraille Exhibit Guide Information: NoneOther difficult to traverse areas: NoneCondition of Stairways at FacilityWheelchair Stairlift Available: NoHandrail Available: YesBraille Labelled Handrails: No
- EscalatorsEscalator: NoneAudio Guidance to Escalator Available: N/AElevatorsNumber of Elevators Available: NoneWidth Inside Elevator: N/A
- Accommodations for Different Needs at FacilitySupport & Guidance Available: NoneFacilities & Exhibits that are accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: YesAreas not accessible to those with Physical Disabilities: Main hall, Katsura BridgeAudio Guide Available: NoDisplays/Exhibits made for the Visually impaired & Blind: NoneDisplays/Exhibits made for the Hearing impaired & Deaf: NoneSpeech to Text Convertion Available: NoneMultilingual Displays: YesMultilingual Audio Guide, Headset Audio Guide Available: NoneAccommodations provided by StaffStaff trained to accommodate those with Physical Dissabilities: N/AStaff trained to accommodate the Visually Impaired & Blind: N/AStaff trained to accommodate the Hearing Impairments & Deaf: N/AStaff can use Sign Language: N/AMultilingual Staff Available: N/A
- General InformationName: GesshokenType of food: Japanese tea and sweetsOpening Hours: 9:30-16:00(LO15:45)Cafe Entryway & Interior InformationDoor Type: NoneDoor Width: N/AEntryway Steps (Height): N/ASlope in place of stairs: NoneSeats with Tables available: YesBaby chair/booster seat available: N/AOther Seating Information: Japanese style tea table available outside.Hallways width: Wide enough for wheelchair usersStaff Support（for buffet style meals): N/AMenuBraille Menu Available: NoneMenu with Photos: NoneMultilingual Menu Available: NoneSpecial AccommodationsAccommodation for Special Dietary Needs for those with disabilities: N/AVegeterian Meals: N/AHalal Meals: N/A
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