KAMAKURA  became the seat of the government for 150years the end of 12 century. There are many historical places that can be seen.  (65 temples & 19 shrines) Big Buddha and huge Shinto stature are welcoming you! There are many hiking courses as well. In Autumn you will be surrounded by coloured leaves and in Spring you will be surrounded by beautiful cherry blossoms.

BACK to Japanese version Here is the big Buddha stature. One of the two largest bronze Buddha in Japan. 11m (37feet) height and 121 ton weight. The stature is hollow, a ladder inside provides access to shoulder level. "Turugaoka-hachiman-Shrine"  is built in a fantastic location, panorama over the town and the bay  is surrounded by mountains. Kamakura is one of the great place to see four distinct seasons. Each seasons show you the beauty of the time of  year. The flowering cherries of spring, the beautiful hydrangeas in June and the autumnal reds of maple leaves. Enter shop Cookbook Delivery Terms Japan Travel Home Page

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