Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine – Kamakura, Japan

⛩️ Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine – Kamakura, Japan 🇯🇵

📍 Located in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
🕒 Open daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
💸 Free admission (some museums/gardens inside may have a small entrance fee)

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🌟 Highlights
• 🏯 The most important Shinto shrine in Kamakura, built in 1063 by the Minamoto clan.
• ⛩️ Features a long approach road (Dankazura) lined with cherry blossom trees 🌸, especially stunning in spring.
• 🙏 A place to worship Hachiman, the deity of warriors and protector of Japan.
• 🎎 Hosts major festivals throughout the year, such as the Peony Festival and Kyudo (horseback archery) events.
• 🌳 Surrounding the shrine are ponds, gardens, and small museums for a relaxing stroll.

Post by genegeney | Sep 21, 2025