Haneda Airport 58 min
Kenchoji (39 min) Large Zen temple complex in a serene setting featuring gardens & a trail with views of Mt. Fuji. Sarushima (27 min) Small, historic & uninhabited island popular for its swimming, cafes, barbecue spots & water sports. Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise (39 min) Opened in 1993, this amusement park offers an aquarium with sealife shows, rides & a marina. Jōgashima (33 min) This scenic islands features an old Western-style lighthouse, restaurants & views of Mount Fuji. Engakuji (41 min) Zen Buddhist complex, founded in 1282, with gates, temples, a giant bell & a relic of the Buddha. Yokosuka Soleil Hill (19 min) Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gū (37 min) Shinto shrine established in 11th century, built in 1828 in the traditional Edo architectural style. Hasedera (34 min) Buddhist temple & gardens dating from the 8th century, with a huge wooden statue of the god Kannon. Keikyu Aburatsubo Marine Park (32 min) Meigetsuin (41 min) Completed in 1383, this Rinzai Zen temple features a large round window & hydrangeas on the grounds. Miura Peninsula (34 min) A rugged coastline & Mt. Fuji views are among the draws at this scenic local vacation getaway. Kamakura Yuigahama Beach (29 min) Long stretch of sandy beachfront offering swimming, a public sea house & eateries. Kōtoku-in (35 min) Tranquil temple known for a monumental, outdoor bronze statue of the Buddha in the seated position. Enoshima (46 min) Cozy island offering hot springs, an English-style garden, a sacred shrine, caves & a lighthouse. Hokokuji (35 min) Old temple noted for its dense bamboo grove, plus a tea house offering a matcha reception. |