The Ultimate Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo Itinerary and Guide

Here’s everything you need to know to have the perfect 24 hours in Kamakura, Japan!

This itinerary will cover what to do in Kamakura to have the ultimate day trip.

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STOP 1 ENGAKUJI TEMPLE

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STOP 2 KOMACHI STREET

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STOP 3 TSURUGAOKA HACHIMAN-GU TEMPLE

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STOP 4 KOTOKU-IN (THE BIG BUDDHA OF KAMAKURA)

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STOP 5 KAMAKURA ZAIMOKUZA BEACH

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