Kamakura

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Japan's de facto capital for 150 years in the 12th–14th centuries β€” unlike Kyoto, seaside and compact. Around 100 temples and shrines fold into hillsides, with the Great Buddha (Kotoku-in) as the undisputed star. Easy to combine with Enoshima on one long day trip since the Enoden line connects them.

Type day trip, historic city, temple town
πŸ’‘ Local tips
  • Ride the Enoden from Enoshima β€” the two paired by train is the classic day trip.
  • The city rewards return visits β€” you won't hit all 100 temples in one day.
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Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan Directions β†—