Talking about Japan is a never-ending story. There are
so many places waiting to be explored. Even after visiting multiple times, it
still feels like there’s never enough time to truly experience all that Japan
has to offer. From well-known cities like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka to hidden gems
that often appear on our Instagram FYPs with stunning landscapes that may not
be famous but are just as breathtaking.
This time, our family trip to Japan was spent entirely
in Tokyo. It wasn’t just because of the limited time, we also had to consider a
business trip in the city, which made it difficult to visit other places.
Still, I couldn’t help but feel that something was missing. I felt the urge to
explore somewhere outside the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. So, we finally decided
to take one day trip to Kamakura.
Kamakura at a Glance
Just about an hour from Tokyo, I arrived at Kamakura
Station. Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, south of Tokyo, Kamakura is a charming
seaside city known for its rich history and ancient landmarks, such as
Kotoku-in Temple’s Great Budha (well-known as a tall Budha Statue), Hasedera
Temple and Hokokuji Temple.
On this trip, I visited only one temple. It was Hokokuji Temple, famous for its bamboo forest and serene matcha tea ceremony experience. I also enjoyed local cuisine at Café Yoridokoro, took a ride on the iconic Enoshima Train, and relaxed by the beach to unwind.
Hunting for street food along Komachi Street
Right after arriving at Kamakura Station, I started looking
for something to fill my stomach. There were plenty of food stalls around the
station, but the main area spot for food hunting is at Komachi Street. Unfortunately,
the road was packed with tourists (mostly local) and the early summer heat didn’t
help. Our toddler got cranky (to be honest, so did my hubby and I).
Komachi Street
In the end, we just grabbed a few sweet treats: strawberry
candy (Tanghulu), matcha ice cream (my favorite), and a refreshing matcha
latte. After that quick recharge, we head straight to Hokokuji Temple (more on
that in Kamakura Part 2).
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| Strawberry Candy |
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| Matcha Latte from Atelier, located near the exit gate of Kamakura St |
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| My Fav Matcha Ice Cream,by Kamakura Cha Cha, right next to the Atelier stall |
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