Half a day or even an entire day at Enoshima, enjoying the sites and activities is entirely doable, and depending on the season can also include swimming in the summer, and splendid views of Mt. Fuji, mainly in the winter. There are also: Caves, Cats, Cafes, and the Samuel Cocking Garden. In addition, there are some old-style restaurants, and even a few inns and onsen hot spring baths you can enjoy. I sometimes daydream about what it would be like to live on this island year-round...
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Wandering around Enoshima
In terms of sheer variety, this island has it all!
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Classic Mt. Fujii as seen from Enoshima in winter
Enoshima is home to temples and shrines
Cafe at the top of the hill. I could sit here for hours enjoying the view...
Handprints of Sumo wrestlers who visited the island
A stunning Mt. Fuji at dusk
Guardian God of island temple
Stools outside a busy restaurant
Make a wish, write it down, hang it here, pray
Fishing in the summer - perfect day!
Close uo of temple statue
Pop in a coin and enjoy the harbor view
Enoshima harbor, and Kamakura and Zushi beyond
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Elena Lisina
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