What to do in Shonan

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The garden of the Literature Museum in Kamakura
Literature Museum, rose garden and lawn
The Literature Museum in Kamakura
Kannon-dō (Main Hall) of Hase-dera Temple in Kamakura, Kanagawa.
Shakadōguchi Pass in Kamakura, Jōmyōji side. It was not one of Kamakura's Seven Passes, but because it was important and it's still spectacular to behold, I include it. Sometimes it is wrongly considered one of the seven.

Shonan Attractions

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Places of interest in Shonan

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Shonan attractions

Shonan has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Shonan to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Shonan.

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Zaimokuza Beach in Kamakura,Japan

Zaimokuza

If you're spending some time in Zaimokuza, Zaimokuza Beach and Yuigahama Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Zaimokuza
Beautiful autmn season at lake Tanzawa near mount Fuji.

Nanasawa Onsen

Restaurants and museums are just a few things travellers like about Nanasawa Onsen. A stop by Hiratsuka Hachiman-gu Shrine is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Nanasawa Onsen
Shonan Kaigan Park http://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/湘南海岸公園

Katasekaigan

While you're in Katasekaigan, take in top sights like Enoshima Aquarium and jump on the metro at Shonan-Enoshima Station to see more of the city.

Katasekaigan
Enoshima Island

Koshigoe

The beaches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Koshigoe. Koshigoe Fishing Port and Katase Higashihama Beach are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mejiroyamashita Station or Nishi-Kamakura Station to get around the larger area.

Koshigoe
Hase-dera Temple in Kamakura

Hase

While visiting Hase, you might make a stop by sights like Great Buddha and Hasedera.

Hase
The photo was taken on Kamakurayama in Kamakura city in Kanagawa prefecture in Japan.

Shichirigahama

While there might not be top attractions in Shichirigahama, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Shichirigahama Beach and Koshigoe Fishing Port.

Shichirigahama

 

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