Kamakura
Kamakura is a historic seaside city in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, known for its monumental Great Buddha, ancient temples, and accessible beaches.
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Geography
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Region | East Asia |
| Subregion | Eastern Asia |
| Country | Japan |
| State | Kanagawa |
| County | Kamakura-shi |
| City | Kamakura |
| Timezone | AsiaTokyo |
| Latitude | 35.3087 |
| Longitude | 139.5517 |
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4:59 AM LOCAL TIMEKamakura is a compact city founded as a political capital in the 12th century and now celebrated as a cultural and seaside destination. The city’s highlight is the Great Buddha Kamakura Daibutsu, a massive bronze statue that once graced an open-air temple. Visitors come to its complex for easy walks between historic temples like Hase-dera and Engaku-ji, and to enjoy the long beaches suitable for surfing or strolling. Beyond history, Kamakura offers vibrant walking streets, local markets, and seasonal outdoor activities — making it a layered day-trip or overnight base from Tokyo or Yokohama.
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