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"A trip to Kamakura reveals the Daibutsu, a 13-meter, 13th-century giant Buddha that’s an easy 90-minute journey each way and is free to visit with a JR Pass." - Matthew Kepnes
13m bronze Great Buddha statue; enter for more
4 Chome-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0016, Japan Get directions
Buddhist temple · Kamakura-shi
Tranquil temple with lush gardens, a historic refuge
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Shinto shrine · Kamakura-shi
11th-century Shinto shrine with ritual money-washing spring
Zen Buddhist temple complex with giant bell and moss garden
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Ancient shrines, scenic grounds, and expansive vistas await
Shinto shrine with red tori gates, fox statues, amulets
Zen temple with round window, hydrangeas, matcha & tea philosophy
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9m Kannon statue, gardens, sea views, and caves
Resort hotel · Kamakura-shi
Beachfront hotel with free snacks, sauna, and gourmet breakfast
Buddhist pilgrimage site with moss stairs & thatched temple
Temple complex with gardens, pond, waterfall, cave & scenic views