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ITINERARIES Culture on the Coast in Kamakura Visit the coast and discover Japanese Buddhism in culture-rich Kamakura

The base of Japan's very first feudal government, Kamakura combines rich history with a laid-back seaside vibe.

Start your day off in Kita Kamakura, home to a number of beautiful old temples. Take a break and try vegetarian Buddhist food. Go shopping for souvenirs and visit a giant Buddha. End your day with a walk on the beach, or continue on to Enoshima Island.

Photo copyright: ©Kamakura City Tourist Association

Discover age-old temples and see the famous Kamakura Daibutsu, the Big Buddha statue

Try traditional vegetarian Buddhist cuisine called shojin-ryori

Take a walk along the beach at sunset at Yui-ga-hama Beach

Take the JR Yokosuka Line from Tokyo Station to Kita-Kamakura Station (55 minutes). Walk to Engakuji Temple (1 minute).

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Kita Kamakura Discover Buddhist history, culture and food

Explore Engakuji Temple , a Zen temple and national historic site. Check out the Sanmon Gate, which has been featured in Japanese literature and is said to enlighten those who walk under it.

Nearby is Kencho-ji Temple, the first Zen dojo (school). Visit the garden to experience wabi (refinement) and sabi (simplicity).

When you're hungry, grab a bite at one of the famous shojin-ryori restaurants in the area, such as Hachinoki. Shojin-ryori is a traditional Buddhist cuisine that is vegetarian.

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Take JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura Station

Kamakura Tour around temples and see a massive Buddha

Photo: None / None / ©Kamakura City Tourist Association / None

From Kita Kamakura Station, Kamakura is just one train stop away. The small town was created around Wakamiya-oji Street, stretching about 2 kilometers. If visiting in spring you can see the Dankazura, the raised pathway, lined with blooming cherry trees and azaleas.

A short distance from Wakamiya-oji Street is Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine . You can enjoy beautiful views of the city from this beautiful vermillion shrine.

If you need a break or want to buy some souvenirs, stop by Komachi-dori Street. This shopping street is filled with cafes and souvenir shops where you can find everything from Kamakura-bori Carving items to bamboo ware.

One of the most popular destinations in Kamakura is the Great Buddha (Daibutsu) of Kotoku-in Temple. Remember to bring your camera to take photos of this 13 meter-tall statue.

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Take Enoshima Line to Yui-ga-hama Station

Yuigahama Beach Unwind to the sound of waves and a view of Mt. Fuji

Finish your day on the sands of Yuigahama Beach. The sunsets are beautiful, with Mt. Fuji visible on a clear day. A great place to visit all-year-round, however if you are in the area in summer, you may be able to attend the fireworks display at the Yuigahama Beach.