The capital of Japan from 1185 to 1333, Kamakura is home to many beautiful traditional and cultural sites, making it a popular destination for both domestic and foreign tourists. It’s most striking location is the Great Buddha at Koutoku-in Temple, a must for travelers in Kamakura.
Due to its popularity, Kamakura can be very crowded. A tour of Kamakura may not be available, especially during peak times.
Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine
Koutoku-in Temple
Site of one of the most famous landmarks in Japan, the Kamakura Daibutsu: a monumental statue of Amitābha. The Great Buddha, as it is called, is an iconic image of Japanese temples.
Houkoku-ji Temple
Famous for its towering bamboo garden, it is often called the “Bamboo Temple,” and is highly regarded among tourists for its history and serene beauty.
Hase-dera Temple
Sasuke Inari Shrine
One of many shrines to the god Inari Okami in Japan, Sasuke Inari Shrine is notable for its location next to the Hidden Village of Kamakura, where people carried out secret activities for the Kamakura clan, who would eventually become the Ninja.