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68°F 20°C
61°F 16°C
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72°F 22°C
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68°F 20°C
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Hasedera Temple
Ollie #1 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4.5 of 5 stars 106 reviews
Owner description: This temple is most notable for its wooden statue of Kannon, the 11-headed goddess of mercy, but it also has a lovely garden and pond, and a viewing...... more » Owner description: This temple is most notable for its wooden statue of Kannon, the 11-headed goddess of mercy, but it also has a lovely garden and pond, and a viewing platform with a great city view. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
Ollie #2 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 171 reviews
This nearly 47-foot bronze statue of Amida Buddha is the second largest Buddha statue in Japan.
Attraction type  Monuments/ Statues; Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Shrine of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
Ollie #3 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 126 reviews
Owner description: This important shrine, dating back to 1063, is a popular site for weddings and other events during the year, and is particularly beautiful during...... more » Owner description: This important shrine, dating back to 1063, is a popular site for weddings and other events during the year, and is particularly beautiful during cherry blossom or azalea season. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Zoos; Religious Sites
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
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Kamakura Hiking Trails
Ollie #4 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
The wooded hills of Kamakura contain numerous hiking trails, many of which connect the various temples.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Kenchoji Temple
Ollie #5 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: Founded in 1253 by a Chinese priest, this temple, notable for its bell (a national treasure) and Zen garden, was the first Zen temple in the city and...... more » Owner description: Founded in 1253 by a Chinese priest, this temple, notable for its bell (a national treasure) and Zen garden, was the first Zen temple in the city and is ranked number one of the city's five most powerful temples. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Kamakura Museum of Literature
Ollie #6 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Enkakuji Temple
Ollie #7 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Owner description: A large temple bell, a teahouse and a shrine that preserves a tooth of Buddha are highlights of this Zen temple, which has been designated a national...... more » Owner description: A large temple bell, a teahouse and a shrine that preserves a tooth of Buddha are highlights of this Zen temple, which has been designated a national treasure and is ranked number two of the city's five most powerful temples. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Kamakura Komachidori
Ollie #8 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 63 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Ugafuku Shrine ( Goddess of Money Washing)
Ollie #9 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Legend has it that washing your money in the spring at this shrine will make it double.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Religious Sites
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Hokokuji Temple (Takedera Temple)
Ollie #10 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Kamakura Kaihin Koen Inamuragasaki
Ollie #11 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
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Tokeiji Temple
Ollie #12 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
This temple once served as a shelter for abused wives, who were able to divorce their husbands by staying here for three years.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Zoos
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Kamakura Seaside Park Yuigahama Area
Ollie #13 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Yakuoji Temple
Ollie #14 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Kakuonji Temple
Ollie #15 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Jochiji Temple
Ollie #16 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: Ranked number four of the city's most powerful temples, this temple houses a wooden seated Buddha with sleeves and skirts and one of Kamakura's ten...... more » Owner description: Ranked number four of the city's most powerful temples, this temple houses a wooden seated Buddha with sleeves and skirts and one of Kamakura's ten famous wells. « less
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  1.6 km from city centre
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Jojuin Temple
Ollie #17 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Gokurakuji Temple
Ollie #18 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  1.9 km from city centre
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Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)
Ollie #19 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 29 reviews
Attraction type  Zoos; Religious Sites
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Zuizenji
Ollie #20 of 61 attractions in Kamakura
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Founded by a priest famous for his garden designs, this temple is notable for its Zen rock garden and beautiful flowers and trees.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
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