Half Day Afternoon Plan in Kamakura

The famous shrine which has acted as the guardian deity for warriors. A symbolic building for tourism in Kamakura, events such as the Kamakura Festival and the Yabusame (horseback archery) are also held there. The hatsumode (first shrine visit) during New Year’s attracts some of the largest numbers of visitors in Japan, and in spring, splendid cherry blossoms open all at once around the path heading towards the shrine and Genpei Pond.

Cuisine and souvenirs specific to Kamakura can also be enjoyed. Kamakura vegetables and Hato Sable cookies are popular. If there is time, have a ride around town on the rickshaws.