VIDEO: Cherry blossom season hits peak in Kamakura, Japan’s old samurai capital

(Photo by Takahiro Takiguchi)

As spring cherry blossoms start to sweep across Japan’s landscapes, Kamakura’s attractions are currently displaying soft blush embellishments, too.

Kamakura, a coastal town just south of Tokyo, was the old samurai capital of Japan. The area is home to countless Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples and other traditional buildings and streets that will transport you to old Japan.

Stop by Daibutsu Big Buddha at Kotoku-in Temple, Kenchoji, Hasedera and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu. A short train ride away, Enoshima Island is another must-visit site worth adding to your Kamakura itinerary. The island’s attractions include the Enoshima Sea Candle, Enoshima Aquarium and Enoshima Hot Spring.

Both Enoshima and Kamakura’s cherry blossoms are currently at peak bloom, so they are great destinations to sightsee and enjoy the great spring weather.

In Kamakura, the Sando approach to Tsurugaoka Hachiimangu and the Dankazura Street are lined with cherry blossom trees creating a lovely place for a perfect stroll.

Kamakura and Enoshima are a great destination and especially during the cherry blossom season, so don’t miss it.

Kenchoji (Buddhist temple)

(Photo by Takahiro Takiguchi)

Address: 8 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Admission: High schoolers and older 500 yen, elementary and middle schoolers 200 yen
URL: https://www.kenchoji.com/
Tel: 0467-22-0981