[Kanagawa] The famous shrine in Kamakura, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
by もえ⌇賢くお得にワンランク上の旅
Dec 31, 2021
When you think of Kamakura, you think of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and Komachi-dori! ⛩✨ It's the best spot to enjoy gourmet food while walking along the charming approach and feeling the history.💖
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📍 Basic information about Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
📌 Address: 2-1-31 Yukinoshita, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
🕰 Visiting hours: 6:00-21:00 (varies depending on the season)
💰 Admission fee: Free (treasure hall is charged)
📱 Access:
• 10 minutes walk from the east exit of JR Kamakura Station🚶♀️
• 10 minutes walk from Enoshima Electric Railway Kamakura Station
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⛩ Highlights of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine!
🌿 A sacred space where nature and history intertwine
A shrine that represents Kamakura, flourished as the center of the Kamakura Shogunate! ⛩✨ You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons, with cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn🍁🌸 There is also a remnant of a large ginkgo tree that is over 1000 years old in the precincts, and you can feel the weight of history🌳
📸 A spectacular view from the main shrine!
From the main shrine, which is at the top of a long flight of stone steps, you can see the approach to the shrine and the cityscape of Kamakura🏙✨ It is especially recommended on a nice day!
💖 "Masako Stone" that has the power to bring good luck in finding love
In the precincts, there is a "Masako Stone" that is said to bring good luck in finding love💞 If you are praying for a good relationship, be sure to stop by!
Many of the charms have cute designs, and the garden is spacious, and depending on the season, you can see peonies in full bloom (admission fee applies)👀‼ ️
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🍡 Gourmet food on the go on Komachi Street!
After visiting Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, go to **"Komachi Street**, which is nearby! 🚶♂️ One of the most popular spots in Kamakura with plenty of gourmet food to eat while walking around😋✨
I recommend the Kamakura sausages and the Buddha-shaped ningyo-yaki! They're so delicious that I eat them every time I go to Kamakura😉
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⏳ Tips to enjoy Kamakura sightseeing even more!
🚃 Take the Enoden line to Yuigahama and Hase!
• After enjoying Komachi-dori, take the Enoden line to the seaside spots🌊🏄♂️ The Great Buddha of Kamakura and Hasedera Temple are also recommended!
🕰 Go early in the morning to avoid crowds!
• Komachi-dori gets very crowded from noon onwards!
🏯 If you like history, stop by the Kamakura National Treasure Museum!
• Located very close to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, you can see Buddhist statues and treasures from the Kamakura period 🧐
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🎌 Summary
When you think of Kamakura, you think of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine & Komachi-dori Street, a food tour! ⛩✨ It's the best sightseeing course where you can enjoy history and gourmet food at the same time 💖 Gain energy from visiting the shrine, enjoy delicious gourmet food, and enjoy the charm of Kamakura to the fullest!
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