Welcome to Kamakura
Surf in Kamakura
Cinema has helped shape the myth of surfing. Who doesn’t remember the cult scenes from Point Break, with Patrick Swayze and Keanu Reeves riding the waves in their quest for freedom? While California and Hawaii remain global surfing icons, Japan also has its own gems.
A great day in Kamakura
It was a wonderful day in Kamakura with Isabelle and René-Philippe, another lovely couple visiting from Brittany, France! Under a beautiful blue sky, we began our journey at Sasuke Inari Jinja, wandering through its vibrant red torii tunnels and soaking in the serene, almost mystical atmosphere of this hidden shrine.…
Saturday in Kamakura
This Saturday, I had the pleasure of guiding Justine, visiting from France, and her lovely family on a 3-hour journey through the timeless beauty of Kamakura. We began at a serene Shinto shrine, where the soft sound of the wind in the trees set the tone for the day. From…
Wearing a kimono in Kamakura
Kamakura, ancienne capitale des shoguns, est l’une des villes les plus charmantes du Japon pour découvrir l’histoire et les traditions. Entre temples bouddhistes, sanctuaires shinto et petites ruelles bordées de boutiques, son atmosphère se prête parfaitement au port du kimono. Aujourd’hui, de nombreux visiteurs choisissent de louer un kimono pour…
On the Daibutsu Trail
Last weekend, I had the great pleasure of welcoming a wonderful group from Brittany, France, for a full day of exploration in Kamakura. We began our adventure in Kita-Kamakura, where the entrance to the Daibutsu Trail led us into a world of quiet forest paths and gentle birdsong
Komainu guardians
The komainu are among the most iconic statues in Japan’s religious landscape. Typically found in pairs, these protective creatures stand guard at the entrances of Shinto shrines but can also be seen at some Buddhist temples. Their primary role is to ward off evil spirits and protect sacred grounds, though…