Beach & Waterfront · Enoshima
Enoshima Island 江の島
Small hilly island linked to the Shonan coast by a bridge, with shrines, a lighthouse observation tower, sea caves and seafood stalls.
HoursIsland open at all times; individual sights have their own hours
PriceFree
Getting thereKatase-Enoshima Station (Odakyu Line), 15 min walk across Benten Bridge
Time neededHalf day
Best timeClear winter days for Mt. Fuji; sunset from the west side
AddressEnoshima, Fujisawa, Kanagawa
Websitediscover-fujisawa.jp/en
About
Enoshima rises from Sagami Bay at the end of a long bridge from Katase. A shopping lane climbs to Enoshima Shrine, the Samuel Cocking Garden and the Sea Candle observation tower, and paths continue to rocky shores and the Iwaya caves on the far side. Shirasu (whitebait) dishes are the local speciality.
Highlights
- Enoshima Shrine and its three halls
- Sea Candle lighthouse observation deck
- Rocky western shore at Chigogafuchi
- Seafood restaurants serving shirasu
Tips
- Escalators (Enoshima Escar) help with the climb for a fee
- Combine with Kamakura via the Enoden line
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