Wakamiya-Oji Street (若宮大路)

Flow of the course

About this spot

The main street of Kamakura, the direct approach to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, characterized by the distinctive Dangaezaki walkway, a slightly elevated pedestrian path. Along the street you'll find various restaurants serving seafood and dishes made with Kamakura vegetables, and cafes that are perfect for grabbing a quick meal before evening worship. As evening approaches, streetlights and shop lights begin to illuminate the street, and anticipation builds for the Bonbori Festival about to begin. After dinner, you can walk up the Dangaezaki path and reach the shrine's third torii gate, arriving directly at the festival venue.

Tips

During the Bonbori Festival period, the street gets crowded in the evening, so it's best to finish dinner before 6 p.m. The Dangaezaki path has pedestrian-only sections, making it easy to navigate even with a stroller, though nighttime crowds mean you should hold hands as you walk.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. This is before the crowds really build up before the festival begins.

Access & map

Wakamiya-Oji Street, Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture