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Kanagawa Prefecture (神奈川)
Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Review: Consider visting if you have time

Kanagawa Prefecture is highly sought-after by both tourists and Tokyo residents due to its close proximity to the capital. Yokohama, the prefecture’s city, is a major draw with its contemporary skyscrapers and bustling shopping centers, offering a stunning night view of its skyline. Kamakura, a delightful town, is renowned for its temples, cozy eateries, and cafes, exuding a charming atmosphere. Further down the coast lies Hakone, an onsen resort town famous for its hot springs, where visitors can relax and admire the breathtaking view of Mount Fuji.

Kanagawa Prefecture (神奈川)

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Consider visiting if you have time

Kanagawa Prefecture is highly sought-after by both tourists and Tokyo residents due to its close proximity to the capital. Yokohama, the prefecture’s city, is a major draw with its contemporary skyscrapers and bustling shopping centers, offering a stunning night view of its skyline. Kamakura, a delightful town, is renowned for its temples, cozy eateries, and cafes, exuding a charming atmosphere. Further down the coast lies Hakone, an onsen resort town famous for its hot springs, where visitors can relax and admire the breathtaking view of Mount Fuji.

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Places to visit in Kanagawa

Yokohama Chinatown

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Interesting to see and good places to eat
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: N/A
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing, Gourmet

Yokohama Chinatown is a well-known and well-known nationwide Chinatown. There are more than 300 Chinese restaurants in the area, where you can enjoy a variety of Chinese cuisine, including courses and buffets.

Tsuruoka Hachimangu

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A nice temple in Kamakura
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is a must-see sightseeing spot when visiting Kamakura. The Hachimangu Shrine, founded in 1191 by Minamoto no Yoritomo, enshrines three deities, Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingu, and Himejin, 

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Meigetsuin Temple

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Recommend seeing the Hydrangea during blooming season
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

This Zen temple in Kitakamakura is the busiest of all the popular hydrangea viewing spots in Kamakura. The temple’s stone staircase approach is the center of the temple grounds…

Hakone Shrine

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Nice temple right by Lake Ashinoko with its iconic Torii gate in the lake
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 2 hours
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Hakone Shrine is a popular and highly revered shrine located in the town of Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The shrine, which is dedicated to the goddess of the winds and the seas, has a rich history….

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Lake Ashinoko

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Extensive nature within the metropolis
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 2 hours
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing, Shopping

Lake Ashinoko is a picturesque lake located near Hakone, Japan. This lake is a popular tourist destination and is renowned for its stunning views and unique geological features.. ….

Hokoku-ji Temple

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A very nice temple with an even nicer bamboo garden
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Hōkoku Temple is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The temple is dedicated to the bodhisattva Hachiman and serves as the headquarters of the Hachiman branch of Jōdo-shū Buddhism. The temple is also known as Hachiman-gū and is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Kamakura…

Yokohama Akarenga Warehouse

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A former warehourse turned into a chic shopping location
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing, Shopping

he Yokohama Akarenga Warehouse (横浜赤レンガ倉庫) is a brick warehouse located in the city of Yokohama in Kanagawa Prefecture. The warehouse, which was built in the late 19th century, is one of the few remaining examples of the Western-style brick architecture that was popular in Japan during the Meiji period…

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Cup Noodle Museum

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A very fun museum where you can experience Japanese noodle culture
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 1.5 - 3 hours
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

The Cup Noodle Museum in Kanagawa, Japan is a unique and fascinating museum dedicated to the history and culture of instant noodles. This museum offers an interactive and educational experience for visitors of all ages, giving them an in-depth look at the invention and evolution of instant noodles, from their creation to their popularity and cultural significance.  …

Hasedera Temple

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A temple famous for its beautiful garden.
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Hasedera Temple (長谷寺), is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Yokohama in Kanagawa prefecture, Japan. The temple is famous for its beautiful gardens, stunning architecture, and its status as one of the largest wooden buildings in Japan. The history of Hasedera Temple dates back to the 8th century when it was first built in Nara. …

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Potential Itineraries

A Cultural Day Trip to Kamakura

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A great travel option if you want to stay close to Tokyo
Number of Days: 1 day
Sub-destination: Kamakura
Best time to visit: All year
Activities:

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1~2 Day trip to Hakone

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Experience the Japanese Onsen culture
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Hakone
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

1~2 Day trip to Nikko

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Experience Mother Nature while learning about Japanese History
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Nikko
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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