10 Gardens & Parks Engaku-ji Temple in Kamakura Josef Diermair Engakuji is known for its Zen. But here in this series of photos, I focus more on the lovely gardens and flowers.
Historical Kamakura’s Komyo-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima Komyo-ji is quite near Zaimoku-za Beach. The sunset from here is incredibly beautiful, when you can see Mt. Fuji and Enoshima Island..
Culture Small Town, Great History: Kamakura Italian in Japan (L. Maurizi) Kamakura is an ancient city that has its history tied with that of Japan. Throughout the centuries this cultural and historical..
9 Temples & Shrines Kamakura’s Joraku-ji Temple Tomoko Kamishima Joraku-ji Temple was established in 1237 by the 3rd Regent of the Kamakura Shogunate, Hojo Yasutoki who created the first set of..
12 Temples & Shrines Sugimoto Dera's "Nio" Statues Larry Knipfing I love to visit Kamakura's Sugimoto Dera, mainly for the great unobstructed view at its main gate of the pair of "Nio" guardian..
21 Culture Kamakura Walks Elena Lisina While visiting Kamakura, one may enjoy many things besides main places of interest and have a good time off.
9 Culture Amanawa Shinmeigu Shrine Lily Amanawa Shinmeigu Shrine was established by Gyoki in 710 and it is known as the oldest shrine in Kamakura. The shrine for a time..
11 Temples & Shrines Jomyo-ji Temple of Kamakura Tomoko Kamishima Jomyo-ji Temple was the family temple of the Ashikaga clan. It was established in 1188, but only the big bronze roof on the main..