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Four Okayama Sightseeing Spots
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Four Okayama Sightseeing Spots

Kamakura, Japan

Taking a trip across Japan? If you a travelling to Hiroshima, and want to stop off somewhere interesting along the way, even if it is just to break up the long journey, then we recommened a half day trip to Okayama. An incredible castle, and one of the mo...

Luke Kinsella
Luke Kinsella
Feb 24, 2023
4 of the Best Sights in Beppu
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4 of the Best Sights in Beppu

Kamakura, Japan

Beppu, in Oita Prefecture, is a small seaside resort town. Surrounded by mountains, and ten minutes walk from the beach, Beppu is a great place to relax during your trip to Japan. Probably the most famous thing about Beppu are the mix of geothermal spring...

Luke Kinsella
Luke Kinsella
Feb 24, 2023
Five Kamakura Temples Shrouded by Nature
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Five Kamakura Temples Shrouded by Nature

Kamakura, Japan

Kamakura is a place well known for its thousands of Buddhist temples. We have chosen five that stand out, not only for their historical significance, but for their large array of trees, flowers, and beautiful gardens: Hasedera Temple  (image by upload.wik...

Luke Kinsella
Luke Kinsella
Feb 24, 2023
A new Power Spot in Enoshima Island
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A new Power Spot in Enoshima Island

Kamakura, Japan

So many locks with so many prayers of so many couples That's what you first see when you visit here. Then you'll find there's a bell in the center, which is called Ryuren no Kane, or the Bell of Dragon's Love. The legend of a five-headed dragon and a se...

Eri Y.
Eri Y.
Feb 24, 2023
Kamakura's swordsmith with 700 years of history
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Kamakura's swordsmith with 700 years of history

Kamakura, Japan

Masamune Sword and Blade Workshop Turn left at the first crossroads of Komachi-dori street and walk on across the Yokosuka-line crossing, and you will find Masamune Sword and Blade Workshop on your left. In the window shine two long swords and a short one...

Eri Y.
Eri Y.
Feb 24, 2023
Great Buddha and Various Historical and Cultural Spots in Kamakura
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Great Buddha and Various Historical and Cultural Spots in Kamakura

Kamakura, Japan

There are two large statues of Buddha in Japan (Nara and Kamakura) called “Daibutsu” which means “Great Buddha”.The Great Buddha(13.5 meters, 121tons)” is one of the major landmarks and most popular tourist spot in Kamakura.“The Great Buddha” was complete...

Kashima H.
Kashima H.
Sep 29, 2022
Day tour to Kamakura from Tokyo - How to go and what to do
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Day tour to Kamakura from Tokyo - How to go and what to do

Kamakura, Japan

Do you want to go a little outside of Tokyo and enjoy a little bit more of Japan? If you have an extra day and want to enjoy a little bit more of Japan, without having to travel very far from Tokyo, consider going to Kanagawa Prefecture. In Kanagawa Prefe...

Kenzia Valetta
Kenzia Valetta
Apr 28, 2022
Kamakura One Day Tour - Shrines, Islands, and a Great Buddha
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Kamakura One Day Tour - Shrines, Islands, and a Great Buddha

Kamakura, Japan

We introduce the most popular itineraries amongst our customers who choose tours on GoWithGuide. We hope it helps you to plan your perfect itinerary during your trip to Japan. In our tenth post of the series, we focus on the best full day tour of Kamakura...

Luke Kinsella
Luke Kinsella
Apr 28, 2022
Let’s Visit Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine and Receive a Blessing from the Goddess of Mt. Fuji!
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Let’s Visit Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine and Receive a Blessing from the Goddess of Mt. Fuji!

Kamakura, Japan

It’s a great honor to introduce you one of the most authoritative and prestigious shrines in Japan. This Shinto shrine is located in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is the head shrine of the 1,300 sengen shrines all over Japan. The goddess, Konoh...

Setsuko H.
Setsuko H.
Mar 03, 2021
Kamakura – The Historical City
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Kamakura – The Historical City

Kamakura, Japan

Kamakura played one of the most important roles in Japanese politics during the Kamakura period, about 800 years ago. The Kamakura shogunate was established at the end of the 12th century, and lasted for more than 100 years. Since the beginning of modern ...

Hiroshi S.
Hiroshi S.
Mar 03, 2021
Top 5 Things to do in Kamakura on TripAdvisor
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Top 5 Things to do in Kamakura on TripAdvisor

Kamakura, Japan

If you are planning a day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo, then Hasedera Temple is one of the highlights; famous for Japan’s largest wooden-statue of Kannon, and always topping any list of Kamakura sights. Second to Hasedera is often the Great Buddha, a 13.35...

Luke Kinsella
Luke Kinsella
Mar 01, 2021
Five Zen Temples of Kamakura
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Five Zen Temples of Kamakura

Kamakura, Japan

Kamakura is a place famous for Zen Buddhism. This style of Buddhism blossomed in this area around the end of the 13th century. These days, there are many Zen temples in the Kamakura area, and we have selected the top five for you to experience the world o...

Luke Kinsella
Luke Kinsella
Feb 28, 2021
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Ten of the Best Temples in Kamakura

Kamakura, Japan

Japan is full of temples, and a country that still holds on to its traditional past. If you are looking to plan a day trip from Tokyo, and are seeking to soak up the beauty of temples, Japanese gardens, and to get a real feel of Zen Buddhism, then Kamakur...

Luke Kinsella
Luke Kinsella
Feb 21, 2021
Hydrangea Temple Gardens in Kamakura
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Hydrangea Temple Gardens in Kamakura

Kamakura, Japan

Temples in Kamakura are especially gorgeous and charming during the blooming season of the hydrangea. They're are in full bloom from about mid-June to earl July. Meigetsuin Temple and Tokeiji Temple are best known for their hydrangeas.Hasedera TempleEnjoy...

Okamoto Naoki
Okamoto Naoki
Jan 24, 2014