Four must-see attractions in Kamakura:
There are 41 shrines and 119 temples in Kamakura. It is impossible to visit all of them in one day, so I selected one shrine and three temples. They are very popular and worth visiting.
◎ Four must-see attractions in Kamakura:
① Engakuji ⇒ ② Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine ⇒ ③ Lunch ⇒ ④ Koutokuin (Great Buddha) ⇒ ⑤ Hasedera
◎ Details:
① Engakuji (a historic Zen temple known for its serene surroundings)
② Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (the biggest and most gorgeous shrine in Kamakura; cherry blossoms are beautiful on both sides of the walkway)
③ Lunch
④ Koutokuin Temple (more than 780 years old, Great Buddha, the symbol of Kamakura)
⑤ Hasedera (1287 years old, a temple with an ocean view and beautiful garden)
You can learn about both Buddhism and Shinto in detail and how to appreciate images of Buddha through this tour.