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Read more about the article Engaku-ji Temple — A Zen Valley at the Northern Entrance to Kamakura

Engaku-ji Temple — A Zen Valley at the Northern Entrance to Kamakura

A Temple Valley That Opens Into Kamakura Engaku-ji Temple sits beside Kita-Kamakura Station, marking the northern entrance to Kamakura’s historic temple corridor. From here the route continues south past Tokei-ji…

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Read more about the article Komachi-dōri — The Walk from Kamakura Station to Tsurugaoka Hachimangū

Komachi-dōri — The Walk from Kamakura Station to Tsurugaoka Hachimangū

Stepping Out of Kamakura Station and Into the City Komachi-dōri (小町通り) runs directly from the east exit of Kamakura Station, forming one of the most immediate entry points into Kamakura…

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Read more about the article Eisho-ji Temple — A Historic Nunnery and Bamboo Grove Near Komachi-dori

Eisho-ji Temple — A Historic Nunnery and Bamboo Grove Near Komachi-dori

Just Beyond Komachi-dori, the Visit Changes Quickly Eisho-ji Temple sits just north of Kamakura Station, a short walk beyond Komachi-dori and the approach to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu. The small temple grounds…

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Read more about the article Dankazura — Kamakura’s Cherry Blossom Approach to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Dankazura — Kamakura’s Cherry Blossom Approach to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

A Cherry Blossom Walk Running Straight Into Kamakura’s Historic Core Dankazura (段葛) runs through the center of Kamakura along Wakamiya Ōji, linking the area near Kamakura Station with Tsurugaoka Hachimangu,…

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Read more about the article Great Buddha of Kamakura – Kōtoku-in Temple

Great Buddha of Kamakura – Kōtoku-in Temple

The Setting Kōtoku-in Temple is one of Kamakura’s shortest and most contained visits, built entirely around a single encounter with the Great Buddha. There is no long approach or layered…

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Read more about the article Tsurugaoka Hachimangū: Kamakura’s Iconic Shrine of History, Seasons, and Tradition

Tsurugaoka Hachimangū: Kamakura’s Iconic Shrine of History, Seasons, and Tradition

Tsurugaoka Hachimangū stands at the northern end of Kamakura and serves as the city’s primary Shinto shrine. Most visitors begin near Kamakura Station, where movement through the city naturally splits…

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Read more about the article Hase-dera Temple, Kamakura — Hillside Gardens and Views Over Sagami Bay

Hase-dera Temple, Kamakura — Hillside Gardens and Views Over Sagami Bay

Overview Hase-dera Temple sits on Kamakura’s western side in the Hase district, a short walk from Kōtoku-in, home of the Great Buddha. From Kamakura Station and Komachi Street, it’s about…

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