Haneda Airport 1 hr 3
Enoshima Shrine (Hetsunomiya) (5 min) A mountaintop complex consisting of 3 ancient shrines, scenic grounds & expansive vistas. Meigetsuin (23 min) Completed in 1383, this Rinzai Zen temple features a large round window & hydrangeas on the grounds. Enoshima (7 min) Cozy island offering hot springs, an English-style garden, a sacred shrine, caves & a lighthouse. Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden (5 min) Enoshima Iwaya Cave (5 min) Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gū (21 min) Shinto shrine established in 11th century, built in 1828 in the traditional Edo architectural style. Engakuji (21 min) Zen Buddhist complex, founded in 1282, with gates, temples, a giant bell & a relic of the Buddha. Kamakura Yuigahama Beach (12 min) Long stretch of sandy beachfront offering swimming, a public sea house & eateries. Enoshima Sea Candle (5 min) Spectacular modernistic lighthouse, built in 2003 & offering wide views over Sagami Bay. Shichirigahama (6 min) Beach with views of Mount Fuji Hasedera (13 min) Buddhist temple & gardens dating from the 8th century, with a huge wooden statue of the god Kannon. Kōtoku-in (14 min) Tranquil temple known for a monumental, outdoor bronze statue of the Buddha in the seated position. Hokokuji (24 min) Old temple noted for its dense bamboo grove, plus a tea house offering a matcha reception. Enoshima Aquarium (11 min) Tanks featuring diverse marine life, including a dedicated jellyfish hall, plus dolphin shows. Kenchoji (23 min) Large Zen temple complex in a serene setting featuring gardens & a trail with views of Mt. Fuji. |