Kamakura's Wakamiya-oji Street

300-meter raised walkway lined with sakura and lanterns

Larry Knipfing Apr 06, 2013 - 1 min read

Kamakura's Wakamiya-oji Street is lined with sakura and lanterns

The gate and shrine protector at the start of the street leading to the shrine

The lanterns all have a sponsor's name written on them

Souvenir from one of the many shops that line the street

Kimono and Sakura - a lovely combination

Rickshaw on the road with sakura-lined Wakamiya-oji behind

Come out Kamakura's East exit and walk straight ahead past the buses out to the main road. That's Wakamiya-oji Street. Turn right, and it's a 10 minute walk to the beach. Turn left, and it's a ten minute stroll along a beautiful path to Hachimangu Shrine. The raised dirt walkway is lined with cherry trees and lanterns and makes for a very pleasant outing year-round. Take your time, look around, and enjoy being in Japan!

Larry Knipfing @larry.knipfing

Born on Long Island, New York in 1958, I have spent the last 30 years of my life living in Japan, and enjoying every minute of it! I especially love photography, and Japan is definitely one of the most beautiful places in the world to photograph! My other love is fiction writing and I have pub...