Welcome to Kamakura
An unforgettable day in Kamakura
Explore Kamakura on a guided tour through Zen temples, shrines, nature and the coast. Enjoy matcha in a temple, see the Great Buddha, stroll through Hase and end with a sunset in Shichirigahama. An authentic experience just 50 minutes from Tokyo.
Mount Fuji: A Barometer of Tokyo’s Air Quality
Eternal icon of Japan, Mount Fuji watches over Tokyo from the horizon. A symbol of purity and harmony, it long remained invisible, hidden behind haze and pollution. Its return to the Tokyo sky tells another story, that of a metropolis learning to breathe again.
Kamakura-gū Antique Market
On the second Sunday of each month, the Kamakura-gū Shrine hosts a small but charming antique market filled with serenity. From 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., around ten to fifteen stalls line the peaceful grounds of the shrine, offering a delightful stop for seasoned collectors and curious visitors alike.
Menkake Gyoretsu Mask Festival
Every September 18, Kamakura comes alive with age-old traditions during the Menkake Gyoretsu. With grotesque masks, mikoshi, and sacred rituals, this unique festival offers a fascinating journey into the heart of Japanese folklore.
Festival of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
Experience the Reitaisai at Tsurugaoka Hachimangū in Kamakura, Sept 14–16, 2025: rituals, mikoshi procession, and spectacular samurai horseback archery.
Overtourism in Kamakura
Just an hour away from Tokyo by train, Kamakura is a destination that appeals to both history enthusiasts and lovers of nature and relaxed coastal atmospheres. Once the political capital of Japan during the samurai era, it is today one of the most popular day trips from the capital.