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".. is a great place to show your kids the historical side of Japan." Anepiceducation	".. is a Japanese-style cafe that is listed as a dessert shop, but does coffee and Japanese lunch deals." Nomadicnotes
".. is close enough to Tokyo that it makes a perfect day trip." Everybodyhatesatourist	".. is popular for its famous Buddha and easy hikes nearby." Theinvisibletourist
".. is only a short twenty minute train ride." Thepassportlifestyle	".. is the perfect off the beaten path day trip from Tokyo." Takeyourbag
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".. is a coastal town, and you might cross some vans heading to the beach with surf boards on the roof!" Takeyourbag	".. is a great day trip from Tokyo, but there's more than enough to see to spend a couple of days around!" Takeyourbag
".. is well-known for the Great Buddha of Kamakura." Gobeyondbounds	".. is a city rich in history." Footstepsofadreamer

Kamakura's character in words:

Culture Nature Beach Hiking Very touristic Size: Town By the sea Kotoku-in Hasedera Hokokuji

Should I visit - Kamakura or Odawara?

Kamakura is more interesting than Odawara. But if Odawara is on your way, add it to your route and make a (short) visit here too.

Should I visit - Kamakura or Narita?

Kamakura and Narita are nice and worth to see. Both got similiar ratings and reviews on our website.

Itineraries

Kamakura Day Trip: Itinerary + Travel Tips

There are a lot of places that make for great side trips from Tokyo, but few are quite as full of history as Kamakura, the former capital of Medieval Japan. If you’ve got some time in your itinerary, I highly suggest making a day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo. Start off your Kamakura day trip at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, ...

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How to get from Tokyo to Kamakura

> Final thoughts of my Kamakura one day itinerary with MagicalTrip

I thought I had a fair understanding of Japanese religions before I took this tour, however I learnt so much from Tommy-san about symbolism used at these temples I wouldn’t have found out on my own. I definitely wouldn’t have known about our lunch spot, it was so wonderful to eat local food overlooking such a stunning ...

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Day Trip to Kamakura and its Beach! - Reflections Enroute

> Kamakura Itinerary for 2 Days

If you are planning on spending one night here, you might want to go ahead and spend two nights here, that way you will have two full days to explore before leaving. ...

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Things to do

Top 10 Awesome Things To Do in Kamakura

Less than an hour by train from the neon and noise of mega city Tokyo lies the awe-inspiring historic little coastal town of Kamakura. Known locally as the Kyoto of the East, Kamakura is a popular day trip from Tokyo and easily reachable using your Japan Rail pass Save this blog to help plan your day trip with our top ...

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The 10 Best things to do in Kamakura, Japan [+ how to get there]

Even though the fabled Kamakura period ended rather violently in the 14th century, the town still offers a lot of points of interest. There are a lot of extraordinary temples, shrines and a beautiful coastline waiting to be explored. The best part: A day trip from Tokyo (make sure to read my guide ) to Kamakura is ...

- Enoshima Aquarium

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Kamakura Day Trip: Itinerary + Travel Tips

> Other Things to do in Kamakura

If you have some extra time in the area, you could also check out some of these awesome activities: ...

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How to get from Tokyo to Kamakura

> It’s better to see something once than to hear about it 1000 times” ~ Asian proverb.

Is it worth visiting?

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Visiting the Great Buddha of Kamakura at Kōtoku-in Temple from Tokyo

> Is it worth visiting the Kamakura Buddha?

.. the paved stone path leading to the Kamakura Daibutsu at kotoku-in temple in Japan ...

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Accommodation

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> Where to stay in Kamakura

While we’ve only spend the day in Kamakura, I would definitely go back to explore it more thoroughly and would love to stay in Kamakura in order to spend some time at the beach. Kamakura is a great day trip from Tokyo, but there’s more than enough to see to spend a couple of days ...

- Best Hostels in Kamakura - Great hotels in Kamakura

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Day Trip to Kamakura and its Beach! - Reflections Enroute

> Where to Stay in Kamakura

Considering that most people visit Kamakura on a day trip, if you do want to stay for an overnight or two, there are some pretty nice options. Kamakura hotels range from a high end four star to guesthouses that are 2-3 stars. The closest four star hotel, Park Hotel , is located on the beach road, but it is also quite ...

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> Where to stay in Tokyo?

.. on where to stay. Keep your eyes peeled for killer Airbnb deals and also Booking genius ...

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Eat & drink

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The 10 Best things to do in Kamakura, Japan [+ how to get there]

> 5. Eat Shirasu-don

Food in Kamakura: Shirasu-don, a sort of whitebait with egg yolk and rice, is what you need to eat when you are in town. ...

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> Eat your way along Komachi-dori

First stop on our Kamakura day trip was Komachi-dori. This was a great place to start as we were naturally drawn to the incredible aromas of street food sizzling away here! We got an idea for what was available and decided to come back here for snacks and souvenirs towards the end of the tour.

- Lunch at Hasedera Temple Restaurant

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Kamakura-Enoshima Day Trip From Tokyo

> Kotokuin Temple and Kamakura Daibutsu

Head north of Hasa Station and walk 10 minutes down the road to reach the nonchalant entrance to Kotokuin Temple. This is where the Kamakura Daibutsu, or the Great Buddha resides. ...

- Kotokuin Temple and

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> Late Afternoon – Head back to Kamakura

Transport

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How to get from Tokyo to Kamakura [With JR Pass or without]

> From Tokyo to Kamakura by train

The most popular choice to get from Tokyo to Kamakura is by train. In fact, I do recommend getting a JR Pass, as the Japanese highspeed bullet trains (shinkansen) have no rival when it comes to speed, service, and punctuality. The JR Pass gives you unlimited train rides on all Japan Rail trains for a week, two weeks ...

- The most popular choice to get from Tokyo to Kamakura is by train.

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Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo

> From Tokyo to Kamakura by train

Good news, there is more than one way to get to Kamakura from Tokyo by train. It can be confusing to use the transportations in Tokyo, so here are the main ways to reach the coastal town from the capital. Tip: The 3 first lines listed below are JR lines, which means they are free to use if you have a Japan Rail Pass ...

- B. Take the Enoden Train for the views - get to Kamakura from Tokyo by train - Gionyama Trai

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The 10 Best things to do in Kamakura, Japan [+ how to get there]

> Tokyo to Kamakura by train

The easiest way to get from Tokyo to Kamakura is the JR Yokosuka Line. There’s a direct connection between Tokyo Station and Kamakura station. It also happens to be the fastest connection. ...

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Sport

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Day Trip to Kamakura and its Beach! - Reflections Enroute

> Hiking Trails in Kamakura

There are plenty of walks to do in and around the city. Almost every visitor takes the 15 minute walk to the beach, hoping for a view of Mt. Fuji. The best times for this are between October and April, but other times you can see the mountain if it’s a really clear day. Regardless whether Mt.

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Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo

> the hiking trails

Wether you want to explore Kamakura’s traditional side with its shrines and temples, spend a day in nature hiking and stopping by the beach, doing some shopping in less crowded areas than in the capital, Kamakura is the perfect off the beaten path day trip from ...

- hiking some of its trails

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> Map of Kamakura Highlights

The Kamakura tourism board offers a useful map you can pick up from the station but you can take a preview here ...

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How to arrive

How to get from Tokyo to Kamakura

For this day trip to Kamakura, you’ll need to make your own way south from Tokyo. Kamakura can be reached in an hour from Tokyo, however I personally like to allow extra time in case I end up on the wrong train (yep, it happens to the best of us). The tour begins at 10:00am and it’s important to be on time.

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Guide to an amazing Day Trip to Kamakura and Zushi from Tokyo

> How to get from Tokyo to Kamakura

Getting to Kamakura from Tokyo on your own is easy. You have three options. ...

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How to get from Tokyo to Kamakura [With JR Pass or without]

> how to get to Kamakura from Tokyo

A day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura is the most popular choice for most travelers with a tight itinerary (click to check out mine ) and not too much time to spare. The good news: It’s easily doable, even though you might have to skip a temple or too (but fear not, there are more in ...

- get to Yokohama

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General tips

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> Practical Tips for a Day Trip to Kamakura

Audio Guide: To learn everything there is to know about Kamakura’s sights, you can rent a multi-lingual audio guide for 500yen at the Tourism Information Center at the East Exit of Kamakura Station. Be sure to bring it back before the (early) closing time. ...

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The 10 Best things to do in Kamakura, Japan [+ how to get there]

> Shirasu-don for lunch

Get back to Hase station (or Yuigahama, if that one is closer) and take the train to Enoshima ...

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> Are there tours I should consider?

If you’re looking for more of a guided experience once in Kamakura, there are a couple of tours to take a look at: ...

- Are there activities I should consider?

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Beaches

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The 10 Best things to do in Kamakura, Japan [+ how to get there]

> closest beach to Tokyo

THe view on the shannon beach of Kamakura from the Sea candle lighthouse on Enoshima Island, Japan ...

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Day Trip to Kamakura and its Beach! - Reflections Enroute

> Kamakura Beach – Yuigahama

The sand is wide and there are plenty of shops, restaurants, and beach kiosks to keep you in drinks and food while you are there. No matter the time of year, surfers and fisherman will be on the water. The surfers wear wet suits and sit on their boards waiting for the perfect wave.

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Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo

> beautiful garden

Don’t hesitate to spend a bit less time at the main building of the shrine to have the time to stroll around the garden and smaller structures. ...

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> Minamoto Yoriyoshi

Flanked on both sides of the entrance are two ponds. This is also where you’ll find a garden known for its peonies and costs 500 JPY to enter. ...

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Tokyo Haneda International Airport

33 km

Oshima Airport

62 km

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Good

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Expensive

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Yes / No / No

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High

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2-3 days

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Few

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Normal

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May, June, August

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January, February, December

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April, November

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June, July, August, September

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Kamakura is a town (Japan). Kamakura is a very green city. Adore the beautiful beaches at Kamakura. The nearest city of Kamakura is Yokohama. It is perfect for a cultural trip. This town is located in center Japan.

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