Embark on a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura, where ancient tradition meets modern charm. Explore the iconic Great Buddha, ride the nostalgic Enoden tram, and visit Kamakura High School, famous from "Slam Dunk." Delight in coastal views, discover Enoshima's mythic origins, and pay respects at Enoshima Shrine. Conclude with a visit to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and a stroll along bustling Komachi Street, brimming with local delights. Experience the essence of Kamakura's rich heritage and vibrant culture in this unforgettable journey.
The Great Buddha of Kamakura is a bronze seated statue of Amida Tathagata located in the Kotoku-in Temple of the Pure Land Buddhism in the ancient capital of Kamakura. It is commonly known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura. It is the symbol of the ancient capital of Kamakura. The Great Buddha is pure and high.11.3meters, including the height of the pedestal13.35meters, weighing approx.121Ton. The Buddha statue was built in1252In 2000, the Buddha's flatter face, lower bun and forward leaning posture were in the style of the Song Dynasty Buddha statues popular in the Kamakura period. It was a representative statue of the Kamakura period and was designated as a national treasure of Japan. Unlike the Great Buddha of Nara Todaiji Temple, which has undergone many repairs in later generations, the Great Buddha of Kamakura has basically maintained its original form, so it is very precious.
Walk to Hase Station and take the Enoden experience. Enoden is a streetcar that connects Fujisawa to Kamakura. The route covers most of Kamakura's famous attractions, and you can also enjoy the beautiful Shonan coast scenery. As long as we talk about Kamakura, the indispensable representative means of transportation is Enoden. The scene of a train speeding past often appears in major Japanese film and animation works. Therefore, you can not only watch from a distance, but also experience the fun of riding Enoden in person
Kamakura High School is located in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is the prototype of Lingnan High School in "Slam Dunk"; the intersection not far from the station is the location for the classic scene of Sakuragi Hanamichi greeting Akagi Haruko. Standing at the intersection, amid the jingling of bells, you can also feel the passionate youth memories of Slam Dunk. now pastNMany years later, when walking here, everyone can't help but take photos, as if to commemorate their youthful years.
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