- Kamakura is one of the oldest cities in Japan 🇯🇵 - Many shrines and Zen temples dedicated to the guardian deities of the samurai were built here. The area is also called "the Kyoto of the east" - It's only one-hour train ride from Tokyo! Save this 1-day itinerary for your next visit👇🏽 📍Engaku-ji Temple: one of the most important Zen Buddhist temple complexes in Japan 📍Komachi Street: a long shopping street, lined up with great restaurants, cafes and shops 📍Tsurugaoka Hachimangu: the most important Shinto shrine in the city 📍Hase-dera Temple: home to a giant statue of the Kannon (goddess of mercy) 📍Kamakurakōkōmae Station: famous for Slam Dunk's opening scene location and its beautiful railway by the sea But to be honest, if I had more time I would consider staying overnight because there are a lot more to see! . . . . . #kamakura #kamakurajapan #traveljapan #japanitinerary #japantravels #japanculture #traveltips