If you have only one day to visit somewhere outside of Tokyo, Kamakura is the place to go! See the ancient capital of Kamakura, a seaside town of temples and wooded hills sometimes referred to Kyoto of eastern Japan. Then check out the bay area of Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city. Discover the ancient capital Kamakura where the first samurai-led history started. It is also home to the famed Great Buddha and numerous enchanting Shrines and Temples such as Tsurugaoka Hachiman, Hokokuji famous for its bamboo garden where you can relax with a cup of matcha.
Find souvenirs, crafts, and delicious street food at Komachi Street before continuing your day in Enoshima or Yokohama. Yokohama will be an interesting comparison after Kamakura with a gap of 850 years where oriental and occidental cultures met. Enjoy exploring this new city’s highlights such as Landmark Tower Sky Garden, Redbrick Warehouse, Cup Noodle Museum, etc.