Haneda Airport 52 min
Miura Peninsula (22 min) A rugged coastline & Mt. Fuji views are among the draws at this scenic local vacation getaway. Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gū (34 min) Shinto shrine established in 11th century, built in 1828 in the traditional Edo architectural style. Enoshima (48 min) Cozy island offering hot springs, an English-style garden, a sacred shrine, caves & a lighthouse. Hasedera (37 min) Buddhist temple & gardens dating from the 8th century, with a huge wooden statue of the god Kannon. Keikyu Aburatsubo Marine Park (20 min) Hokokuji (29 min) Old temple noted for its dense bamboo grove, plus a tea house offering a matcha reception. Mount Nokogiri (1 hr 30) Mountain peak featuring temples, a giant granite Buddha & panoramic views of Tokyo bay & Mount Fuji. Meigetsuin (38 min) Completed in 1383, this Rinzai Zen temple features a large round window & hydrangeas on the grounds. Yokosuka Soleil Hill (7 min) Jōgashima (21 min) This scenic islands features an old Western-style lighthouse, restaurants & views of Mount Fuji. Kōtoku-in (37 min) Tranquil temple known for a monumental, outdoor bronze statue of the Buddha in the seated position. Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise (33 min) Opened in 1993, this amusement park offers an aquarium with sealife shows, rides & a marina. Kenchoji (36 min) Large Zen temple complex in a serene setting featuring gardens & a trail with views of Mt. Fuji. Kamakura Yuigahama Beach (32 min) Long stretch of sandy beachfront offering swimming, a public sea house & eateries. Sarushima (23 min) Small, historic & uninhabited island popular for its swimming, cafes, barbecue spots & water sports. |