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H3nry Y0ungUnited States

On a cloudy day in Kamakura, Mount Fuji is not visible, but it's still worth a visit

The sea, the tram, and the temples are the impressions Kamakura left on me. During my three days in Tokyo, I picked the middle day to visit the nearby Kamakura, hoping to catch a glimpse of the famous Mount Fuji. Unfortunately, luck was not on my side, and the cloudy weather meant that Mount Fuji would probably be obscured by clouds. However, since I had already planned this, I might as well go on a cloudy day to see what unique experiences might await. 🚃Transportation: At Shinjuku Station, I bought a one-day pass for the Shinjuku to Fujisawa Station round trip, which also includes the Kamakura seaside tram. The price is only 1640 yen, which is very economical. It takes about an hour to reach Fujisawa Station, and after getting off and transferring, I arrived at Enoshima. Enoshima: A lively seaside island, where Hirokazu Koreeda's 'Our Little Sister' was filmed. There is a small temple at the top of the hill with a lot of incense burning, offering a panoramic view of the entire island and the bridge. Then I returned to the tram station and took the tram to Hase-dera, which was the stop I was most looking forward to on this trip. Hase-dera: The entrance ticket 🎫 is probably 300 yen, which is very cheap. The small Buddha statues inside the temple are very cute, as if entering a world of deities. I also happened to encounter the maple leaves turning red, adding even more Zen to the atmosphere. Afterward, I went to the landmark of Kamakura—the Great Buddha of Kamakura. 🎫The worship fee is 200 yen. The huge Buddha statue overlooks the visitors, creating a strong visual impact. The ginkgo forest behind the courtyard is also very picturesque. After coming out, I slowly strolled through the small town, walking on the tram tracks, walking by the sea, until I reached Shichirigahama, where I saw the sunset's Tyndall effect. Although I couldn't see Mount Fuji on a cloudy day, I saw people fishing by the sea and sat quietly for a long time. Finally, I went to the famous Kamakura High School Mae, took some photos of the green tram 'racing' by the sea, and then I also took the tram back to Tokyo. From the leisurely seaside town back to the bustling, fast-paced Tokyo.
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Posted: Apr 8, 2024
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