{"id":12409,"date":"2023-12-25T13:51:59","date_gmt":"2023-12-25T04:51:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travel.ava-intel.com\/feature\/?p=12409"},"modified":"2023-12-30T10:38:09","modified_gmt":"2023-12-30T01:38:09","slug":"kamakura-enoshima-tourism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travel.ava-intel.com\/feature\/en\/domestic\/kamakura-enoshima-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"Perfect for a Girls&#8217; Trip! Introducing a Model Course for Sightseeing in Kamakura and Enoshima!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Kamakura and Enoshima, just an hour from Tokyo, are perfect day-trip destinations for sightseeing.<\/p>\n<p>With temples adorned with beautiful hydrangeas and lotus flowers, as well as off-the-beaten-path cafes and restaurants, they offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, making them ideal for a relaxed girls&#8217; trip. These serene and atmospheric spots are also perfect for dates.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we introduce a sightseeing model course that explores three areas: &#8216;Healing with Hydrangeas and Knick-Knacks in North Kamakura&#8217;, &#8216;Experiencing the Old Capital Ambience in Central Kamakura&#8217;, and &#8216;Enjoying the Refreshing Sea Breeze and Sunset&#8217;!<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">\u76ee\u6b21<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Healing_with_Hydrangeas_and_Knick-Knacks_in_North_Kamakura\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Healing with Hydrangeas and Knick-Knacks in North Kamakura<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Meigetsu-in_Temple\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.1<\/span> Meigetsu-in Temple<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Crossing_the_Railroad_Tracks_to_Explore_Knick-Knack_Shops\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.2<\/span> Crossing the Railroad Tracks to Explore Knick-Knack Shops<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Experiencing_the_Old_Capital8217s_Ambiance_in_Central_Kamakura\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Experiencing the Old Capital&#8217;s Ambiance in Central Kamakura<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Tsurugaoka_Hachimangu_Shrine\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.1<\/span> Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Try_Kamakura_Hamburgers_for_Lunch\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.2<\/span> Try Kamakura Hamburgers for Lunch!<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Sunset_Views_from_the_Enoshima_Iwaya_Caves\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.3<\/span> Sunset Views from the Enoshima Iwaya Caves<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Relax_in_a_Cafe_While_Enjoying_the_Sunset\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.4<\/span> Relax in a Caf\u00e9 While Enjoying the Sunset!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Kamakura_and_Enoshima_Sightseeing_Perfect_for_Girls8217_Trips_and_Dates\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Kamakura and Enoshima Sightseeing: Perfect for Girls&#8217; Trips and Dates!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Healing_with_Hydrangeas_and_Knick-Knacks_in_North_Kamakura\">Healing with Hydrangeas and Knick-Knacks in North Kamakura<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>North Kamakura Station, one stop before JR Kamakura Station, is often bypassed by express trains, so few people may have disembarked there. However, the North Kamakura area, surrounded by mountains, is home to lesser-known tourist spots and shops known mostly to those in the know.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Meigetsu-in_Temple\">Meigetsu-in Temple<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3258 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/meigetsuin-ajisai.jpg\" alt=\"\u7d2b\u967d\u82b1\u306e\u660e\u6708\u9662\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" \/><strong>Meigetsu-in<\/strong> is famous as Kamakura&#8217;s &#8216;<strong>Hydrangea Temple.<\/strong>&#8216; From early to late June, its garden, vividly colored in Meigetsu-in blue, attracts many tourists every year.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, Meigetsu-in adorned with bright blue hydrangeas is lovely, but the temple in other seasons is less crowded, allowing visitors to enjoy the serene atmosphere of a quiet temple.<\/p>\n<p>The window in the main hall of Meigetsu-in is known as the &#8216;Window of Enlightenment.&#8217; Gazing through it, one feels as if their mind is cleared and their spine straightens.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3259 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/meigetsuin-satorinomado.jpg\" alt=\"\u660e\u6708\u9662\u306e\u609f\u308a\u306e\u7a93\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><\/span>Walking through the garden and searching for the rabbit statues within the temple grounds is also an enjoyable experience.<\/p>\n<p>Address: 189 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nAccess: About 8 minutes on foot from JR Yokosuka Line &#8216;Kitakamakura Station&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>About 3 minutes walk from Meigetsu-in towards Kitakamakura Station, you will find &#8216;<strong>Charyo-Fuka.&#8217;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Here, you can enjoy cute rabbit-shaped manju sweets with matcha. After visiting Meigetsu-in, spending time in this tea house with a relaxed atmosphere and engaging in lively conversations is also a great idea.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3390\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3390\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3390 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/saryoukazabana-1.jpg\" alt=\"\u8336\u5bee\u98a8\u82b1\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3390\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u753b\u50cf\u5f15\u7528\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.trip-kamakura.com\/article\/13095.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.trip-kamakura.com\/article\/13095.html<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Address: 291 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City<br \/>\nPhone number: 0467-25-5112<br \/>\nHours: 10:00 AM \u2013 5:30 PM (L.O. 5:00 PM)<br \/>\nClosed: Wednesday<br \/>\nParking: Not available<\/p>\n<p>Continuing towards Kitakamakura Station from Charyo-Fuka, you will see a Western-style house. This building is the &#8216;Yoshitomo Nara Art Museum.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>It displays the art works of the famous picture book author Yoshitomo Nara. You can enjoy warm paintings in a fresh atmosphere. The museum, which hosts several unique exhibitions a year, also has an enjoyable museum shop.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3391\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3391\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3391 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/yousyoumei_bijutsukan.png\" alt=\"\u8449\u7965\u660e\u7f8e\u8853\u9928\" width=\"1200\" height=\"827\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3391\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u753b\u50cf\u5f15\u7528\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.yohshomei.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.yohshomei.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Address: 318-4 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nPhone Number: 0467-24-4860<br \/>\nHours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM<br \/>\nClosed: Open all year round<br \/>\nParking: None available<br \/>\nAdmission Fee: Adults 600 yen, Children 300 yen<\/p>\n<div class=\"linkcard\"><div class=\"lkc-external-wrap\"><a class=\"lkc-link no_icon\" href=\"https:\/\/travel.ava-intel.com\/en\/jp\/kanto\/kanagawa\/kamakura\/spot\/6588109\/?utm_source=feature&#038;utm_medium=button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener\"><div class=\"lkc-card\"><div class=\"lkc-info\"><img class=\"lkc-favicon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/s2\/favicons?domain=travel.ava-intel.com\" alt=\"\" width=16 height=16 \/><div class=\"lkc-domain\">AVA Travel\uff08\u30a2\u30d0\u30c8\u30e9\u30d9\u30eb\uff09<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-content\"><figure class=\"lkc-thumbnail\"><img class=\"lkc-thumbnail-img\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/pz-linkcard\/cache\/fb76a657b2d57349e956af6e619aa7704aae874e55a6102683c6c4b677cd772b.jpeg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"lkc-title\"><div class=\"lkc-title-text\">Myouguin Temple (Hydrangea Temple) | Tourist Spot of Kamakura<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-url\">https:\/\/travel.ava-intel.com\/en\/jp\/kanto\/kanagawa\/kamakura\/spot\/6588109\/?utm_source=feature&amp;#038;utm_medium=button<\/div><div class=\"lkc-excerpt\">Myouguin Temple, also known as the Hydrangea Temple, is filled with attractions other than hydrangeas, such as cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. The circular window in the main hall, called the &quot;Window of Enlightenment,&quot; is imbued with the meaning of Zen and truth, and the view of the garden seen from the window is as beautiful as a painting.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Crossing_the_Railroad_Tracks_to_Explore_Knick-Knack_Shops\">Crossing the Railroad Tracks to Explore Knick-Knack Shops<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3260 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kitakamakura-zakka.jpg\" alt=\"\u5317\u938c\u5009\u306e\u96d1\u8ca8\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>After leaving Meigetsu-in and crossing the railroad tracks, you will come upon a street lined with unique knick-knack shops.<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;<strong>GM.. Goma Futatsubu<\/strong>&#8216; specializes in warm, handmade dishes and handcrafted accessories.<\/p>\n<p>The accessories and pottery made by artisans are unique items that can only be found here. You&#8217;ll experience a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with accessories and pottery crafted by hand. Each year in June, they host a &#8216;Hydrangea Exhibition&#8217; featuring hydrangea-themed works, along with other irregularly scheduled thematic exhibitions.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3392\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3392\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3392 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/gomahutatsubu-1.png\" alt=\"GM..\u306e\u9676\u5668\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3392\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u753b\u50cf\u5f15\u7528\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/gm2.business.site\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/gm2.business.site\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Address: 1386 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nPhone Number: 0467-25-1156<br \/>\nHours: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM<br \/>\nClosed: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and irregularly<br \/>\nParking: None available<\/p>\n<p>Across the road from &#8216;GM.. Goma Futatsu Tsubu&#8217; is a knick-knack shop named &#8216;Konroran.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>This shop deals in goods purchased from various countries around the world. There are many items from Central European countries like the Czech Republic, Poland, and the Baltic States, which are not very familiar to Japanese people.<\/p>\n<p>European checks and fabric products (like stoles) from India and Bangladesh are also cute. It&#8217;s fun to share and enjoy finding favorite knick-knacks with friends.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3394\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3394\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3394 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/konroran.jpg\" alt=\"\u30b3\u30f3\u30ed\u30e9\u30f3\u306e\u5c0f\u5207\u624b\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1203\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3394\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u753b\u50cf\u5f15\u7528\uff1a<a href=\"http:\/\/khong-lo-lang.jugem.jp\/?page=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/khong-lo-lang.jugem.jp\/?page=0<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Address: 1st Floor, 374 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nPhone Number: 0467-50-0301<br \/>\nHours: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (11:00 AM onwards on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)<br \/>\nClosed: Irregularly (announcements made on Konroran&#8217;s official SNS)<br \/>\nParking: None available<\/p>\n<p>About a 5-minute walk from &#8216;Konroran&#8217; towards Jomyoji, there is a French pastry shop named &#8216;Citron,&#8217; which is open only on Fridays.<\/p>\n<p>Popular items include the lemon-flavored tart cake &#8216;Citron&#8217; and baked goods made using traditional French methods. These baked goods are also perfect as souvenirs.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3395\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3395\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3395 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/citoron-1.png\" alt=\"CITRON\u306e\u304a\u83d3\u5b50\u300c\u30b7\u30c8\u30ed\u30f3\u300d\" width=\"1200\" height=\"687\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3395\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u753b\u50cf\u5f15\u7528\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.citroncake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.citroncake.com\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Address: 173-1 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City<br \/>\nPhone Number: 0467-84-7186<br \/>\nHours: Fridays 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM (subject to change depending on circumstances)<br \/>\nParking: None available<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Experiencing_the_Old_Capital8217s_Ambiance_in_Central_Kamakura\">Experiencing the Old Capital&#8217;s Ambiance in Central Kamakura<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From the North Kamakura area, it&#8217;s just one station away on the JR Yokosuka Line to Kamakura Station, which brings you to the central area of Kamakura. The central part of Kamakura Station, including Wakamiya Oji and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, has places where you can feel the atmosphere of the ancient capital, Kamakura, as well as lively areas like Komachi Street.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Tsurugaoka_Hachimangu_Shrine\">Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3261 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/tsuruokahachimanguu.jpg\" alt=\"\u9db4\u5ca1\u516b\u5e61\u5bae\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><\/span>Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, a symbol of Kamakura, was established by Minamoto no Yoritomo, the founder of the Kamakura shogunate. Its large torii gate, visible from Wakamiya Oji, is a landmark.<\/p>\n<p>The shrine grounds have many attractions besides the main hall.<\/p>\n<p>The beautifully decorated red lower hall in front of the main hall is known as the &#8216;<strong>Maiden<\/strong>.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3262 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/maiden.jpg\" alt=\"\u9db4\u5ca1\u516b\u5e61\u5bae\u3000\u821e\u6bbf\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><\/span>It is said to be the place where Shizuka Gozen, favored by Minamoto no Yoshitsune, performed dances in memory of Yoshitsune. Nowadays, dances are performed here during various events, including the &#8216;Kamakura Festival&#8217; every April.<\/p>\n<p>The pond over which the Taiko Bridge at the entrance to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is laid is named &#8216;Genji Pond&#8217; on the right and &#8216;Heike Pond&#8217; on the left. Collectively called &#8216;Genpei Pond,&#8217; these ponds bloom with red and white lotuses every summer, reminiscent of the Genpei War over 1,000 years ago, with white lotuses representing the Heike clan&#8217;s flag and red lotuses for the Genji clan&#8217;s flag.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3263 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kamakurahasu.jpg\" alt=\"\u9db4\u5ca1\u516b\u5e61\u5bae\u3000\u6e90\u5e73\u6c60\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><\/span>After praying at the main hall, why not try drawing a &#8216;Pigeon fortune slip&#8217;? These fortune slips are unique to Hachimangu, a shrine dedicated to the deity of martial fortune. Each pigeon fortune slip comes with a pigeon strap, and seeing the strap in daily life can remind you of the shrine&#8217;s divine message. There are seven different colors, each enhancing a different type of luck.<\/p>\n<p>Besides what we&#8217;ve introduced, the shrine has many other attractions that convey the history and culture of Kamakura, like the &#8216;Kamakura Bunkakan Tsurugaoka Museum&#8217; and the &#8216;Shirahata Shrine,&#8217; where Minamoto no Yoritomo is enshrined. Be sure to visit when you&#8217;re in Kamakura.<\/p>\n<p>Address: 2-1-31 Yukinoshita, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nAccess: 10 minutes on foot from &#8216;JR Kamakura Station&#8217; and &#8216;Enoden Kamakura Station&#8217;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><div class=\"linkcard\"><div class=\"lkc-external-wrap\"><a class=\"lkc-link no_icon\" href=\"https:\/\/travel.ava-intel.com\/en\/jp\/kanto\/kanagawa\/kamakura\/spot\/4470321\/?utm_source=feature&#038;utm_medium=button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener\"><div class=\"lkc-card\"><div class=\"lkc-info\"><img class=\"lkc-favicon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/s2\/favicons?domain=travel.ava-intel.com\" alt=\"\" width=16 height=16 \/><div class=\"lkc-domain\">AVA Travel\uff08\u30a2\u30d0\u30c8\u30e9\u30d9\u30eb\uff09<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-content\"><figure class=\"lkc-thumbnail\"><img class=\"lkc-thumbnail-img\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/pz-linkcard\/cache\/c9a1cc31f96181d14bd877d324384e840165cbf3ea98ee14867eb5f81b756f2c.jpeg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"lkc-title\"><div class=\"lkc-title-text\">Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine | Tourist Spot of Kamakura<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lkc-url\">https:\/\/travel.ava-intel.com\/en\/jp\/kanto\/kanagawa\/kamakura\/spot\/4470321\/?utm_source=feature&amp;#038;utm_medium=button<\/div><div class=\"lkc-excerpt\">Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is a perfect starting point for Kamakura sightseeing. It is said to be the guardian deity of the Kamakura samurai and has the benefits of victory and success. Why not visit the shrine at the beginning of the day to increase your chances of success for the day!<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Try_Kamakura_Hamburgers_for_Lunch\">Try Kamakura Hamburgers for Lunch!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Located about 4 minutes east of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is &#8216;Yuki no Chaya,&#8217; a famous Kamakura Hamburg steak restaurant. It has a calm atmosphere characteristic of Kamakura, making it perfect for girls&#8217; gatherings or dates. The main dish is a richly meaty Kuroge Wagyu beef hamburger steak. At the entrance, there&#8217;s also a showcase of cakes and tarts. Enjoying a cake topped with seasonal fruits for dessert is also a great idea.<\/p>\n<p>As it&#8217;s on the opposite side of Komachi Street, it&#8217;s less crowded with tourists, making it a relaxing spot to enjoy your meal. Since it&#8217;s located close to Kamakura Hachimangu, do visit for a delicious hamburger steak or cake.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_3396\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3396\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-3396\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/yukinochaya.jpg\" alt=\"\u96ea\u30ce\u8336\u5c4b\u306e\u30cf\u30f3\u30d0\u30fc\u30b0\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-3396\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u753b\u50cf\u5f15\u7528\uff1a<a href=\"https:\/\/tabelog.com\/kanagawa\/A1404\/A140402\/14031842\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/tabelog.com\/kanagawa\/A1404\/A140402\/14031842\/<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Address: 4-2-23 Yukinoshita, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nPhone Number: 0467-23-9697<br \/>\nHours: 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM<br \/>\nClosed: Wednesday afternoons<br \/>\nParking: Available (limited space)<\/p>\n<p>After enjoying a hamburger at Yuki no Chaya, if you have time, do visit &#8216;Kamakura-gu Shrine.&#8217; It&#8217;s about a 7-minute walk further east from the path you took from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu to Yuki no Chaya, and you will see a white torii gate at the end of the street.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3264 size-full\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/kamakuraguu.jpg\" alt=\"\u938c\u5009\u5bae\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" \/><strong>Kamakura-gu Shrine<\/strong> was established in 1869 by imperial command of Emperor Meiji. The enshrined deity is Prince Moriyoshi, the son of Emperor Go-Daigo. Although Prince Moriyoshi was a hero who overthrew the Kamakura shogunate, he was confined in this area during the turmoil of the Northern and Southern Courts period and faded from the historical stage.<\/p>\n<p>Kamakura-gu Shrine houses places and items related to Prince Moriyoshi. There&#8217;s also the &#8216;<strong>Migawari-sama<\/strong>,&#8217; beloved by residents, and the &#8216;Sakazukiwari-sha,&#8217; believed to dispel misfortune. Though it&#8217;s off the main tourist streets, visiting Kamakura-gu Shrine, cherished by the locals, is highly recommended.<\/p>\n<p>Address: 154 Nikaido, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nAccess: About 8 minutes by Keikyu Bus &#8216;Daito-miya Line (Kam 20)&#8217; from &#8216;JR Kamakura Station&#8217; or &#8216;Enoden Kamakura Station<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 19.6px; font-weight: 600;\">Enjoying the Refreshing Sea Breeze and Sunset in Enoshima<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3265 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/enoshimayuuhi.jpg\" alt=\"\u938c\u5009\u5915\u65e5\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" \/>After exploring the central part of Kamakura, head towards Enoshima at the end of the day. Enoshima is a famous spot for sunset views. The coastline at sunset offers a fantastical view, illuminated by the setting sun.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Sunset_Views_from_the_Enoshima_Iwaya_Caves\">Sunset Views from the Enoshima Iwaya Caves<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the best spots to view the sunset in Enoshima is in front of the Enoshima Iwaya caves. By passing through the Okutsunomiya of Enoshima Shrine and proceeding down the alley, you will come to the entrance of the cave on the backside of Enoshima.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3266 size-full\" src=\"\/feature\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/enoshimaiwaya.jpg\" alt=\"\u6c5f\u30ce\u5cf6\u5ca9\u5c4b\" width=\"1200\" height=\"820\" \/><\/span>At the entrance of Iwaya, there is a dedicated deck, and from there, you can enjoy the sunset sinking into the sea without any obstructions. Enoshima Iwaya is open from 9 AM to 6 PM in summer, and the admission fee is 1,100 yen per person. It&#8217;s a good idea to go a bit earlier than sunset to enjoy the inside of the cave. You walk through the cave with a candle, which adds a sense of exploration and adventure.<\/p>\n<p>Address: 2 Enoshima, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture<br \/>\nPhone Number: 0466-22-4141 (Fujisawa City Tourist Center)<br \/>\nHours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (until 6:00 PM in summer)<br \/>\nClosed: Open all year round<br \/>\nParking: None available<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Relax_in_a_Cafe_While_Enjoying_the_Sunset\">Relax in a Caf\u00e9 While Enjoying the Sunset!<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If walking to Enoshima Iwaya seems a bit challenging, you can also watch the sunset from a caf\u00e9 in the alleys of Enoshima.<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;<strong>Il Chianti Caf\u00e9 Enoshima<\/strong>&#8216; is an Italian restaurant known for its delicious pizza and pasta sets. It is located beyond Kamegaoka Square. You can enjoy a beautiful sunset while dining not only from the terrace seats but also from the seats near the windows inside.<\/p>\n<p>&#8216;Cafe Madu ENOSHIMA&#8217; is another caf\u00e9 where you can enjoy an ocean view. The terrace seating is dog-friendly, so you can stop by while walking your pet. Even if you can&#8217;t see the sunset, watching the changing colors of the sky is also one of the pleasures of spending the evening in Enoshima.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from &#8216;Enoshima Sea Candle,&#8217; and you can also watch the sunset from &#8216;Benten Bridge,&#8217; the symbol of Enoshima.<\/p>\n<p>Why not conclude a day of sightseeing in Kamakura and Enoshima by relaxing with the magical sunset?&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Kamakura_and_Enoshima_Sightseeing_Perfect_for_Girls8217_Trips_and_Dates\">Kamakura and Enoshima Sightseeing: Perfect for Girls&#8217; Trips and Dates!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Kamakura and Enoshima area, with its Instagram-worthy cafes, hidden and tranquil cafes, and numerous shrines, is a perfect destination for girls&#8217; trips and dates. If you live in the Kanto region, why not visit for a day trip?<\/p>\n<p>Kanagawa Prefecture has many other tourist spots besides Yokohama and the Hakone area, which I introduced this time. For more tourist information, check out AVA Travel!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Kamakura and Enoshima, just an hour from Tokyo, are perfect day-trip destinations for sightseeing. With temples adorned with beautiful hydrangeas and lotus flowers, as well as off-the-beaten-path cafes and restaurants, they offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, making them ideal for a relaxed girls&#8217; trip. 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