Kamakura has temples and shrines with a long history, as well as natural scenery that is so dazzling that you won’t want to leave it. “Slam Dunk” and “Umi Street Diary” have made Kamakura this ancient capital famous. In addition, it is far away from

Tokyo is only an hour's drive away, and has become the best route for many tourists to choose a day trip around Tokyo.

Kamakura is an hour's drive from Tokyo, and many tourists choose this place as a trip around Tokyo.

A one-day round trip can basically appreciate the city scenery. If you are interested in Japanese history and culture, you can add some more time to visit.

Because of anime and Japanese dramas, riding Enoden has become a must-experience when visiting Kamakura.

The tram has a history of more than 100 years. The green and white carriage is very retro, and most of the platforms are not large. They are equipped with pure wooden benches and vending machines, which is a typical Japanese style.

First stop: Enoshima Enoshima itself is a well-known holy place for spiritual practice. There are Enoshima Shrine, mysterious caves, etc. In the past, when there was no bridge, you had to wait for the tide to go out before you could walk to the island, adding many mysteries to the island.

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There are many interesting small grocery stores and gourmet shops on the island. Walking along the trails is the most pleasant way to visit.

In addition, there are also some tourist attractions here. The Enoshima Observation Lighthouse allows tourists to overlook the scenery of Mount Fuji; the Enoshima Shrine is a place where people can pray for blessings and misfortunes; and the Ryūren no Bell is a must-visit place for lovers to pray for happiness and contentment.

Bell was also the filming location for the pure romance film "My Love in the Sun" starring Juri Ueno and Jun Matsumoto.

Legend has it that lovers who visit here together and ring the bell together can achieve everlasting love.

Highlights of the second stop in front of Kamakura High School: Looking back at the touching scenes brought by the animation. Because of "Slam Dunk", Kamakura High School has become a pilgrimage site in the hearts of countless anime fans. Many tourists holding cameras gathered here, just for the sake of it.

Capture the moment when the tram passes by and restore the classic scene in your memory.

If the weather is nice, you can take a walk along the coastline and check in at the entrance of Kamakura High School, the prototype of "Lingnan High School".

Highlights of the third stop, Kek Lok Si: Kek Lok Si Station, an important location for "Sea Street Diary", is a century-old station with a very simple wooden structure and a red mailbox at the door. Just take a photo and you will be filled with fresh Japanese dramas.

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Many scenes in the movie "Diary of Haijie" were shot here, which attracted many fans of the movie to visit, hoping to find the protagonist's life footprints.

Next to the station is the ancient temple Kek Lok Si built in the 13th century. The temple is not big. In mid-to-late March every year, the roads on both sides of the temple are filled with cherry blossoms, which is very romantic.

It is worth noting that tourists are not allowed to take photos in the temple.

The fourth stop: Hase-dera Temple. Hase-dera Temple is a typical Japanese dry landscape temple, very Zen-like.

The temple enshrines an eleven-faced Guanyin statue, which is the largest wooden Buddha statue in Japan. Unlike other Japanese temples, the little Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva in the courtyard is slightly cute, less serious and more lively.

Hase-dera Temple is also known as the "Flower Temple".

Hydrangeas in June and red leaves starting in late October provide different scenery to enjoy throughout the year.

Walking 500 meters north after Hase-dera Temple is Kotoku-in Temple. The Kamakura Great Buddha enshrined inside is not only one of the "three major Buddha statues in Japan", but also one of the symbols of Kamakura.

Like Kamakura's ill-fated fate, the Great Buddha has also undergone countless renovations over the past 700 years. Once you enter its hollow interior, you can see the traces of these years.

Fifth stop Kamakura Station Highlights: The busiest place in Kamakura. Komachi Street in Kamakura Station is the busiest commercial shopping street in Kamakura, with a concentration of local specialties and restaurants.

Not only are Japan’s most authentic snacks and dishes here, but also beautiful trinkets and souvenirs. It is a must-visit commercial street for young people when they come to Kamakura, Japan.

At the end of Komachi Street is Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, one of the most famous and oldest shrines in Japan, which enshrines the earliest combination of gods and Buddhas, "Hachiman God".