Kamakura
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Kamakura | A town surrounded by historical shrines and temples and beautiful nature
Kamakura is only a one-hour train ride south of Tokyo, and offers plenty of interesting sights in a small area. Learn more about the central Hachimangu shrine and other cool spots in Kamakura.
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Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine | Stunning bright colors and decorations
In the very middle of Kamakura sits its most important shrine, the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrine. This is the shrine of the illustrious Minamoto family. What’s their story?
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Kotokuin Temple | Unique beauty unchanged since the Kamakura period
Kamakura’s symbol is the big Buddha that’s located in the Kotokuin temple. It is not only a beautiful sight, you can also enter the Buddha to see what it looks like from the inside.
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Hasedera Temple | The Western Paradise of Kamakura
The Hasedera temple in Kamakura has one of the most beautiful temple precincts in the area. There are many things to discover, and flower lovers will have a field day.