Kamakura Day Tour from Tokyo: The Great Buddha of Kamakura, Enoden Train, Kamakura High School | Including Enoden Ticket | Japan

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－What You Can Expect－

Get a glimpse of the Great Buddha of Kamakura located in the Kotoku-in Temple of the Jodo Sect in the ancient capital of Kamakura, and designated as a Japanese national treasure. The bronze statue of Amitabha Tathagata is commonly known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura, which was built in 1252. It is a symbol of the ancient capital of Kamakura. The flatter face, lower ushnisha and forward posture of the Great Buddha have the style of the Song Dynasty Buddha statues popular in the Kamakura period. 

The Great Buddha of Kamakura has basically maintained its original shape, so it is very precious. Minamoto Yoritomo established the first samurai regime in Kamakura - the Kamakura Shogunate (1192-1333). Therefore, during these 140 years, Kamakura was the center of all Japan at that time, went through great development on political, economic, cultural and other aspects.

Visit Tsuruoka Hachiman Shrine, formerly known as Kamakura Hachiman Shrine, which was the central belief and patron saint of warriors during the Kamakura period (1192). It has a deep relationship with the first general of Kamakura, and is quite famous in the Kanto area. Together with Iwashimizu Hachiman Shrine (Kyoto) and Usa Hachiman Shrine (Oita County in Kyushu), they are collectively known as the three major Hachiman Shrines in Japan. The shrine is vast, and many places are designated as national historic sites, and is famous for local cherry blossom viewing and maple viewing. 

[Komachi Street] 

Komachi Street extending from Kamakura Station to Tsuruoka Hachiman Shrine is a very famous and lively old street in Kamakura. There are many shops on both sides of the street. Kamakura offers a wide variety of souvenirs, Japanese handicrafts, and local delicacies, and is popular among locals and tourists alike. 

In the Edo period, it became one of the sightseeing spots for Edo (now Tokyo) people. And because of Bensaiten's musical talent, it has always been a resort for Kabuki actors.

[Enoshima Shrine]

Visit Enoshima Shrine founded in the 13th year of Emperor kinmei (552), and the routine worship is in early April. The wooden colored eight-armed Benzaiten seated statue, the sword made by Hizen no Kuni Fujiwara Masahiro, and the bronze torii gate in the shrine are all precious national designated cultural properties. At the same time, Benzaiten is also the god of wealth. Many worshipers and tourists come here. 

Kamakura High School is located in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is the prototype of Ryonan High School in "Slam Dunk". The intersection not far from the station is where the classic scene of Hanamichi Sakuragi greeting Haruko Akagi was set. Standing at the intersection, you can also feel the passionate youthful memory of the slam dunk while hearing the ringing bell. 

The sea, the campus and those streets in Slam Dunk are so important to everyone born in the 80s. Come and admire the scenes representing the memory of youth, experience the beautiful youth again.

[Shonan Coastal Walk] Cross the railway and the road and go down the stairs, you will see the famous Shonan Coast in Kanto, Japan. It is a paradise for surfers and those who love water activities. You can walk on the beach, listen to the sound of the waves, and relax. And if the weather is good, you can also see Mount Fuji directly. 

*If there are force majeure factors such as strong wind and waves, it may not be possible to go to the coast depending on the situation.

Take Enoden, a tram connecting Fujisawa to Kamakura. The route includes most of the famous scenic spots in Kamakura and of the Shonan coast. When it comes to Kamakura, Enoden is an indispensable and representative means of transportation. The scene of the tram passing by is often seen in major Japanese film and animation works. 

*You will take the Enoden between Kamakura High School and the Kamakura Great Buddha attraction. On the way to take the tram, please be sure to follow the tour guide closely. If you fall behind halfway, you will be responsible for the consequences. This fee is a gift item. If you cannot ride the Enoden due to force majeure, the fee will not be refunded