Kamakura Museum of Literature
The Kamakura Museum of Literature was built in 1936 (Showa 11) as the former Kamakura villa of Maeda Marquis family. You can view the rooms reminiscent of the past,...
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One Day Around Kamakura
Enjoy the best of both worlds: the traditional side of Kamakura and its Western side, at the same time. To top it off, there's a gorgeous view from the Sea of Japan's highest mountain, Mount Fuji, and much more in this course, where you'll get a chance to see the many faces of Kamakura.
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Amanawa Shinmei Shrine
This shrine was founded in 710 (Wado 3) by famous priest Gyoki and constructed by Tokitada Someya, a powerful and rich man. It is dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu....
Great Buddha of Kamakura Kotoku-in
The Great Buddha as featured in a poem of the famous poet, Akiko Yosano. Exceeding 13m in height while in a sitting position, this statue is the only certified...
Hase-dera Temple
Hasedera is a historic temple, famous for the principal statue of kannon.(Hase Kannon) The site offers a museum, garden and a scenic view of kamakura. Look inside...
Inamuragasaki
Inamuragasaki is a cape located between Yuigahama and Shichirigahama and is a famous scenic spot.
Enoshima Electric Railway
Although this is a short railway with a total length of 10km, along the tracks there are both mountains and the sea. From the window you can enjoy a view of Enoshima...
