Model Itineraries in Kanagawa

This full-day course features the Miami Beach Show "Summer" Fireworks held on August 2, 2026 (Sunday), allowing you to fully enjoy the Katase Kaigan and Enoshima area of Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture. At noon, meet marine life at Enoshima Aquarium. In the afternoon, cross to Enoshima Island to visit Enoshima Shrine, enjoy views from Chigo-ga-fuchi and the observation tower. After visiting historic Ryugoji Temple, return to the Katase Enoshima Station area in the evening—reminiscent of a dragon palace—for dinner while awaiting sunset. Once the sun sets, move to the Katase Kaigishi Nishi-hama venue and spread out your leisure mat to secure a spot. From 7:40 to 7:45 PM, fireworks light the Shonan night sky in a concentrated five-minute display. Though brief, this concentrated display is a romantic finale unique to the Enoshima seaside. This comprehensive Shonan summer itinerary combines aquarium exploration, Enoshima island walk, and seaside fireworks into one perfect day.

A 1-day course centered on the first day (July 31, 2026, around Motomaki Jinja Shrine in Naka Ward, Yokohama) of the sacred ritual 'Oma Nagashi,' an ancient tradition handed down through the town of Motomaki that watches over Yokohama Port. During the day, explore the verdant Sankeien Garden (三溪園) and view the Yokohama Bay Bridge from Yamate Park with a View of the Harbor (港の見える丘公園). Enjoy sophisticated shopping at Motomachi Shopping Street, have an early dinner at Yokohama Chinatown, and in the evening, finally head to the venue at Motomaki Jinja Shrine and Shin-Motomaki Park. Watch the ancient ritual of setting a straw horse to sea and wishing away pestilence, then in the evening join the Bon Odori dancing and festival stalls said to be the largest in Naka Ward. A course that lets you experience the history and summer nights of the port town Yokohama in a single day.

A course to fully enjoy Shonan and Chigasaki, featuring the Southern Beach Chigasaki Fireworks Festival held on Saturday, August 1, 2026 as the main event. In the daytime, stroll through the lush Japanese garden at Takasago Green Space and explore Chigasaki's shopping streets; in the afternoon, enjoy the sea at Southern Beach with views of Eboshi Rock. After sunset, witness the spectacular fan-shaped "Water Peacock" fireworks—a signature attraction—from the sandy beach up close. A quintessential true summer Chigasaki plan, packed tight with time by the sea characteristic of Shonan.

This full-day course features the Butsumuki-cho Mutsukaoka Neighborhood Coolness Bon Dance Fireworks Festival held on August 1, 2026 (Saturday) at 8:00 PM in Butsumuki-cho, Hodogaya Ward, Yokohama. At noon, enjoy active play at verdant Hodogaya Park, then explore historical sites of Hodogaya Shuku, a former inn town along the historic Tokaido. After a meal near Hodogaya Station shopping street, move to Butsumuki-cho before sunset to enjoy the Bon Dance and fireworks. At 8:00 PM, this community-organized festival features Bon Dance and fireworks lighting the night sky. It's a perfect plan to experience park play, historical exploration, and a warmly rooted community fireworks festival unique to residential neighborhoods.

A full-day course celebrating the opening day (August 23, 2026) of the Katase Suwa Shrine Summer Festival (片瀬諏訪神社例大祭) held over 6 days around Katase Suwa Shrine in Fujisawa. During the day, feel the ocean breeze at Katase Coast, cross to Enoshima Island to visit Enoshima Shrine and enjoy spectacular views from the lighthouse tower, and meet the marine life at the New Enoshima Aquarium. In the evening, have an early dinner near Bentenbashi Bridge on Enoshima, then join the Grand Festival at Katase Suwa Shrine at 5 PM. Experience the opening day of a 6-day celebration as sacred floats (mikoshi) parade through the neighborhood, feeling the energy of the local community.

A full-day course to enjoy the first day of the "Hadano Tobacco Festival" (September 26-27, 2026, around Hadano Municipal Honcho Elementary School), Hadano City's autumn tradition celebrating the once-thriving leaf tobacco cultivation. At noon, stroll through Hadano Station's shopping district, enjoy hiking-style walks at Kobo Mountain Park, and experience nature at Shinsei Lake, a rare earthquake-formed lake. In the evening, have an early dinner at the station, then at 5 PM head to the area around Honcho Elementary School, which serves as the parade route. Experience the excitement of portable shrine and dance parades processions, as the entire community celebrates.

Centered around the 78th Kamakura Fireworks Festival held on Friday, July 10, 2026, this is a full-day course to enjoy ancient Kamakura from afternoon through evening. The afternoon includes street food on Komachi Street, then visits to the iconic Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, the Kamakura Great Buddha, and Hase Temple. As evening falls, relax on Yuigahama Beach in the sea breeze before moving to Shioriki Beach once dusk settles. From the sandy shore, watch approximately 2,500 fireworks and the famous underwater fireworks launched from the offshore fireworks boat into the sea. This is the definitive summer Kamakura plan, packed with both temple visits and seaside fireworks viewing.

A one-day course for enjoying the town and sea of Hiratsuka, starring Shonan Hiratsuka Beach Park Swimming Beach, open from Saturday, July 18 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, climb the observation deck at Shonandaira and enjoy a view reaching from Sagami Bay to the Tanzawa mountains. Next, pay your respects at Hiratsuka Hachimangu and rest a while in its lush precincts. Have lunch on Beniyacho Shopping Street in front of Hiratsuka Station, and in the afternoon it is finally time for Shonan Hiratsuka Beach Park Swimming Beach. This open swimming beach spreads along Hiratsuka Beach, and swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Easy to reach from central Tokyo, its appeal is letting you enjoy both town and sea in a single day. Enjoy sea bathing to the full until evening and spend a Shonan summer. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course for enjoying the scenery of Enoshima, starring Koshigoe Swimming Beach, open from Wednesday, July 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, pay your respects at Ryuko-ji and stroll precincts steeped in history since the Kamakura period. Next, cross to Enoshima to visit Enoshima Shrine and enjoy the view from the observation lighthouse. Have a shirasu rice bowl for lunch around Koshigoe Fishing Port, and in the afternoon it is finally time for Koshigoe Swimming Beach. This swimming beach looks out at Enoshima up close, and swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The shore, visible from the windows of the Enoden train, is easy to combine with sightseeing in Kamakura and Enoshima. Enjoy the sea to the full until evening and spend a summer day that feels distinctly like Shonan. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course for roaming the Miura Peninsula freely, starring Nagahama Swimming Beach, open from Saturday, July 4 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, enjoy the flower fields and broad lawns at Nagai Uminote Park Soleil Hill, then take in the rocky scenery of Arasaki Beach. For lunch, have tuna dishes at Misaki Port, and in the afternoon it is finally time for Nagahama Swimming Beach. This swimming beach spreads along the shore of Nagai in Yokosuka City, and the appeal is shallow sands that are easy to play on. The surroundings are rich in the nature of the Miura Peninsula, so you can relax in the sea breeze between spells in the water. Play in the water to your heart's content until evening and make the most of summer on the Miura Peninsula. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course along the Odawara coast, starring Enoura Swimming Beach, open from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 23, 2026. In the morning, visit the historic site connected with Toyotomi Hideyoshi at Ishigakiyama Ichiya-jo Historical Park and enjoy the view down over Sagami Bay. Next, stop at Suzuhiro Kamaboko no Sato and take a break watching kamaboko being made and tasting it. For lunch, have fresh seafood around Hayakawa Fishing Port, and in the afternoon it is finally time for Enoura Swimming Beach. This quiet swimming beach spreads out beside Enoura Fishing Port, and swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Unlike the busier beaches, it lets you enjoy the sea in a calm atmosphere. Play in the water to your heart's content until evening and make the most of summer in Odawara. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course for touring the Hayama shore at an easy pace, starring Ohama Swimming Beach, open from Wednesday, July 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, stroll the gardens linked to the former Hayama Imperial Villa at Hayama Shiosai Park, then pay your respects at Morito Shrine and enjoy the view taking in Mount Fuji and Enoshima. Have lunch around Isshiki Beach, and in the afternoon it is finally time for Ohama Swimming Beach. A leading shallow swimming beach of Hayama, its swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The calm waves let even small children play in the water with confidence. Enjoy the sea to the full until evening and spend a summer day that feels distinctly like Hayama. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course for touring Shonan and Hayama at an easy pace, starring Chojagasaki Swimming Beach, open from Wednesday, July 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, pay your respects at Morito Shrine and enjoy the seaside view taking in Mount Fuji and Enoshima. Next, stroll Hayama Park and rest a while in its lush gardens. Have lunch around Hayama Marina, and in the afternoon it is finally time for Chojagasaki Swimming Beach. This swimming beach spreads across a small stretch of sand framed by rocky shores, and swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Known as a spot for sunsets, it lets the whole family enjoy clear water. Play in the water to your heart's content until evening and enjoy summer in Hayama. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course touring the castle town of Odawara, starring Miyuki-no-Hama Swimming Beach, open from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 23, 2026. In the morning, walk the keep and moatside at Odawara Castle Park, then enjoy watching kamaboko being made and tasting it at Suzuhiro Kamaboko no Sato. For lunch, have fresh seafood around Hayakawa Fishing Port, and in the afternoon it is finally time for Miyuki-no-Hama. This swimming beach with calm waves is close to central Odawara, and swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Town and sea being close together is the charm unique to Odawara, letting you enjoy sightseeing and sea bathing on the same day. Play in the water to your heart's content until evening and make the most of summer in Odawara. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out?

A one-day course for touring the Manazuru Peninsula at an easy pace, starring Iwa Swimming Beach, open from Saturday, July 18 to Sunday, August 30, 2026. In the morning, look out over Sagami Bay from the green walking paths of Obayashi Observation Park and take in the nature of the Manazuru Peninsula. Next, stop at the Nakagawa Kazumasa Museum and spend a while with the works of the painter who loved Manazuru. For lunch, enjoy local fish around Manazuru Port and fuel up properly for the afternoon. The climax is Iwa Swimming Beach in the afternoon. Facing Iwa Beach in Manazuru Town, it is a cove with calm waves, and swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The unspoiled shoreline ringed by reefs is a delight because you can enjoy both rock-pool play and sea bathing. Spend time close to the water until evening and enjoy a summer day that only Manazuru can offer. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to the Manazuru Peninsula?

A one-day course that makes the most of Yugawara, rich in hot springs and nature, from morning onward, starring Yoshihama Swimming Beach (Yugawara Swimming Beach), open from Saturday, July 11 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, stroll Manyo Park along the mountain stream, then spend a relaxed while at the lush Makuyama Park. The climax is Yoshihama Swimming Beach in the afternoon. Sands with a calm atmosphere facing Sagami Bay make it popular with families. Swimming hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to Yugawara in summer?

A one-day course that makes the most of the seaside town where Shonan began, from morning onward, starring Oiso Swimming Beach (including Terigasaki), open from Sunday, July 12 to Sunday, August 30, 2026. In the morning, visit the Former Yoshida Shigeru Residence while taking in the history of Oiso, also known as the site of Japan's first swimming beach, then stroll Shigitatsuan, known as a hermitage linked to haiku. The climax is Oiso Swimming Beach in the afternoon. A venerable beach dating back to the Meiji era, its appeal lies in sands with a calm, composed atmosphere. Swimming hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to Oiso in summer?

A one-day course that makes the most of the eastern shore of the Miura Peninsula from morning onward, starring Wada Swimming Beach, open from Friday, July 3 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, visit Tsurugisaki Lighthouse at the tip of the cape to enjoy the sea views, then stroll the waterfront in front of Keikyu Miurakaigan Station. The climax is Wada Swimming Beach in the afternoon. A quiet stretch of sand in Hassemachi, Miura City, its relatively calm atmosphere makes it popular with families. Swimming hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to the Miura Peninsula in summer?

A one-day course that makes the most of the tip of the Miura Peninsula from morning onward, starring Araihama Swimming Beach, open from Friday, July 17 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, scout out a place to eat at Misaki Port, known for its tuna cuisine, then stroll Jogashima Park, where a lighthouse and strange rock formations weave a striking landscape. The climax is Araihama Swimming Beach in the afternoon. It is a cove-shaped sandy beach in the Aburatsubo area, with calm waves that make it popular with families. Swimming hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to the Miura Peninsula in summer?

A one-day course that makes the most of the southern Hayama coastline from morning onward, starring Chojagasaki · Ohama Swimming Beach, open from Wednesday, July 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, visit Tateishi Park (立石公園), known as a spot for Mount Fuji and sunset views, then stroll Akiya Beach (秋谷海岸), where you can observe rock-pool creatures. The climax is Chojagasaki · Ohama Swimming Beach in the afternoon. It is a quiet cove cradled by a cape, and its relatively calm waves make it popular with families. Swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to southern Hayama in summer?

A one-day course that makes the most of Hayama's seaside culture from morning onward, starring Isshiki Beach (Isshiki Swimming Beach), open from Wednesday, July 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, take in art at the Museum of Modern Art, Hayama, known as a museum overlooking the sea, then stroll Hayama Shiosai Park with its pine woods and lawns. The climax is Isshiki Beach in the afternoon. The waves are relatively calm, and it is a leading Hayama beach also known for surfing. Swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to Hayama in summer?

A one-day course that makes the most of the Hayama shore from morning onward, starring Morito Beach (Morito Swimming Beach), open from Wednesday, July 1 to Monday, August 31, 2026. In the morning, pay your respects at Morito Shrine (森戸神社), which stands right beside the sea, then stroll the lush Hayama Park in the sea breeze. The climax is Morito Beach in the afternoon. Known for beautiful views taking in Enoshima and Mount Fuji, its shallow, calm sands are popular with families. Swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to Hayama in summer?

A one-day course that makes the most of Zushi from morning onward, starring Zushi Beach, open from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, September 6, 2026. In the morning, pay your respects at Kameoka Hachimangu (亀岡八幡宮), long cherished as the guardian shrine of Zushi, then look out over Sagami Bay from the fine vantage point of Hiroyama Park. The climax is Zushi Beach in the afternoon. It can be reached on foot from JR Zushi Station or Keikyu Zushi-Hayama Station, and its shallow, calm sands are popular with families. Swimming hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Take breaks at a beach hut and enjoy the sea to the full until evening. Why not pack a swimsuit and towel and head out to Zushi in summer?

The Sub Arena heated pool at the Yokosuka Sports Arena (Yokosuka Arena) is an indoor pool available year-round from April 1, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Being an indoor facility, it is unaffected by the weather, which makes it easy to plan around all year. In the morning, enjoy the port-town scenery at Mikasa Park (三笠公園), where the memorial ship Mikasa is moored, then snack your way along Dobuita-dori, lined with Yokosuka's signature food. From midday it is finally time to enter the pool and enjoy water play until evening. Combining a port-town walk with an indoor pool, it is a one-day course for a relaxed time in Yokosuka City.