Kamakura and Enoshima Day Trip 2026: Itinerary, Transport and Ticket Guide
This Kamakura and Enoshima day trip guide covers which pass to buy, how to plan 5 stops, and 3 private car routes that are easy with older parents or kids.
- Already in Fujisawa or Kamakura? The Enoden "Noriorikun" is JPY 800 for adults. Starting from Shinjuku? Odakyu's Enoshima-Kamakura Freepass is JPY 1,640
- Don't stop in the roadway or go near the tracks for photos and don't eat while walking in crowded spots
- The Enoden is often packed, and queuing, squeezing in and changing trains wears you out
- Enoshima's "Shonan no Hoseki" illuminations run from December 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027
- Travelling with older parents or kids and want to skip the crowded Enoden? A private car with pick-up and drop-off in Tokyo's 23 wards works well, and we suggest 3 routes below
Which day pass should you buy? Noriorikun (JPY 800) vs the Freepass (JPY 1,640)
| Pass | Fare | What it covers | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enoden Noriorikun |
Adult JPY 800 Child JPY 400 |
Whole Enoden line Day of issue only |
Already in Fujisawa or Kamakura |
| Odakyu Enoshima-Kamakura Freepass (from Shinjuku) |
Adult JPY 1,640 Child JPY 430 |
Shinjuku–Fujisawa round trip Fujisawa–Katase-Enoshima Whole Enoden line Valid 1 day |
Starting from Shinjuku |
Checked 2026-11-02.
Travelling with older parents or kids and want no transfers? See the private car routes below.
Where to buy
- Noriorikun: ticket machines at all Enoden stations, or the EMot digital ticket.
- Freepass: from one month before travel via EMot, Odakyu ticket machines and windows. Ticket machines only sell passes valid from the same day. The Romancecar costs extra.
Rules of use
Noriorikun also gives discounts at 53 shops and facilities along the line, once per person per facility, on the valid day only. It is not refundable once you start travelling. The Freepass covers the Odakyu section for one round trip only, and the ticket is collected at the station where your trip ends.
What should you watch out for in Kamakura? Photos and snacks
- For the shot of the Enoden and the sea, stand on the pavement. Don't stop in the roadway, and keep away from the tracks.
- On narrow, crowded streets, finish your snack beside the shop before moving on instead of eating while you walk.
- The Enoden is often packed. Travelling with older parents or kids and want to skip the crowded trains? Take a look at the private car routes further down.
How to plan your Kamakura and Enoshima day: 5 stops with hours and fees
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
Stay: about 1 hour
A 10-minute walk from the east exit of JR Kamakura Station or from Enoden Kamakura Station. By car, the shrine lists 5 km from the Asahina interchange on the Yokohama-Yokosuka Road.
Kotoku-in (Great Buddha)
Stay: about 40 minutes
About 7 minutes on foot from Enoden Hase Station. October to March: 8:00–17:00, last entry 15 minutes before closing. Admission is JPY 300 for adults and JPY 150 for elementary school children, with preschoolers free. Entering the statue costs JPY 50 extra, 8:00–16:30 all year.
The temple prohibits eating on the grounds and bringing food in. Personal photos are fine; commercial shoots need prior permission, and drones should not be flown on the grounds without permission.
Hasedera
Stay: about 1 hour
A 5-minute walk from Enoden Hase Station. Standard hours are 8:00–16:30 (gates close 17:00), extended to 17:00 from April to June. Admission is JPY 400 for adults and JPY 200 for elementary school children.
The level crossing by Kamakura-Kokomae Station
Stay: about 20 minutes
Many people want the shot of the Enoden with the sea behind it. Take it from the pavement, don't stop in the roadway, and keep away from the tracks. The view is best from the Enoden platform or the pavement.
Enoshima (Shonan no Hoseki illuminations)
Stay: about 2 hours
The winter highlight is "Shonan no Hoseki 2026-2027", running December 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027 at the Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden, around the island and on the Katase coast. It fits neatly after a day in Kamakura.
| Weekdays Dec 31–Jan 3 |
Weekends, holidays Dec 19–30 |
|
|---|---|---|
| Lights on | 17:00–20:00 | 17:00–21:00 |
From January 16, the lights come on at 17:30.
Two venues charge admission, and the Samuel Cocking Garden is free before 17:00:
| Admission | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel Cocking Garden (free before 17:00) |
JPY 500 | JPY 250 |
| Enoshima Sea Candle | JPY 800 | JPY 400 |
Is a private car a good idea with older parents or kids?
The Enoden is often packed. With older parents, small kids or a stroller, queuing on platforms, squeezing into carriages and changing trains at Fujisawa or Kamakura can wear you out more than the sights do. A private car picks you up in Tokyo's 23 wards and takes you to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, the Hase area and Enoshima, with the driver handling every leg in between:
- Less walking: no back-and-forth between stations and sights, so older parents can save their energy for the temples and the views.
- Fewer transfers: no switching from Shinjuku to the Odakyu line and then the Enoden. The stroller and bags simply stay in the car.
- No packed Enoden: the whole family rides together instead of queuing with the crowds.
- Your own pace: linger at the Great Buddha or stay on for the Enoshima lights, all within your booked hours.
The driver handles every leg between stops, so if you want longer somewhere, just tell the driver. If you want to stay on Enoshima for the evening lights, agree on parking and pick-up points with the driver first.
Which private car routes can you choose?
All three routes assume a 10-hour private car with pick-up and drop-off in Tokyo's 23 wards, using the official opening hours listed above. You can adjust the order with the driver to fit your start time and the stops you want more time at.
Route 1: Classic shrines, temples and the Great Buddha
Get a 1-on-1 itinerary quoteTokyo hotel → Tsurugaoka Hachimangu → Kotoku-in (Great Buddha) → Hasedera → Tokyo hotel
- Good forFirst-timers who want Hachimangu, the Great Buddha and Hasedera in one day.
- TipsKotoku-in and Hasedera are both near Enoden Hase Station, so visit them back to back. Hasedera's standard hours run to 16:30, and from October to March Kotoku-in stops entry 15 minutes before closing, so do not leave the Hase stops too late.
- Short on timeDrop Hasedera; you still get Hachimangu and the Great Buddha.
Route 2: An easy day with older parents and kids: Hachimangu and the Great Buddha
Get a 1-on-1 itinerary quoteTokyo hotel → Tsurugaoka Hachimangu → Kotoku-in (Great Buddha) → Tokyo hotel
- Good forFamilies with older parents, little kids or a stroller who want just two stops and no rushing.
- TipsKotoku-in does not allow eating on its grounds or bringing food in, so plan meals and snacks before or after your visit. If you want to go inside the statue, that is open until 16:30 all year.
- Short on timeDrop Tsurugaoka Hachimangu and go straight to the Great Buddha. One stop still makes a relaxed day.
Route 3: Hase temples, then the Enoshima lights at dusk (December to February)
Get a 1-on-1 itinerary quoteTokyo hotel → Hasedera → Kotoku-in (Great Buddha) → Enoshima (Shonan no Hoseki) → Tokyo hotel
- Good forCouples or families travelling between December 1, 2026 and February 28, 2027 who want temples by day and illuminations by night.
- TipsFinish the two Hase stops before 16:30, then head to Enoshima for the 17:00 lights (17:30 from January 16). The lights stay on until 20:00 on weekdays and 21:00 on weekends and holidays. The 10 hours include the drive to and from Tokyo, so a later start leaves more time for the evening.
- Short on timeDrop Kotoku-in and head to Enoshima right after Hasedera so you make the lights.
Have this ready when you ask about a private car on LINE
- Your hotel (name or address)
- Date of use
- Number of people and luggage (strollers, large bags)
- Your planned itinerary
For a faster, more accurate quote, please send all of the above in one message on LINE.
Where should you stay for a Kamakura day trip?
The Freepass is sold from Odakyu stations and the price depends on where you start; from Shinjuku it is JPY 1,640. Staying around Shinjuku lets you buy the pass at Odakyu Shinjuku Station and go. For other areas, see Where to stay in Tokyo 2026. Travelling with kids? Try Tokyo with kids 2026.
Summary: what to watch for and how to plan a Kamakura and Enoshima day trip
Things to watch for
The Enoden is often packed, and with all the trains and transfers from Shinjuku, getting around takes real time. Hasedera is usually open until 16:30, and from October to March Kotoku-in stops entry 15 minutes before closing, so do not leave the Hase stops too late. Don't eat while walking on crowded narrow streets, and photograph the Enoden from the sidewalk rather than stopping in the road or near the tracks.
How to plan the day
Start at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu in the morning, see the Great Buddha and Hasedera around midday, then head to Enoshima in the late afternoon. Between December 1 and February 28, Shonan no Hoseki lights up Enoshima at 17:00 (17:30 from January 16), which fits right after a day of sightseeing.
Why we suggest a private car
The tiring part of this trip is packed trains, constant transfers and lots of walking. A private car picks you up at your hotel in Tokyo's 23 wards, so there is no crowded Enoden and no changing trains; older parents and kids can rest in the car, and the order of stops can change with the day. See the 3 private car routes above, or message us on LINE to plan your day.
Kamakura and Enoshima day trip FAQ
What is the difference between Noriorikun and the Enoshima-Kamakura Freepass?＋
Noriorikun covers only the Enoden and costs JPY 800 for adults. The Freepass from Shinjuku costs JPY 1,640 and adds a round trip from Shinjuku to Fujisawa and the Odakyu line from Fujisawa to Katase-Enoshima. Starting in Shinjuku, look at the Freepass; already in Fujisawa or Kamakura, look at Noriorikun.
Can I buy a day pass the day before?＋
The Freepass goes on sale one month ahead, but ticket machines only sell passes valid from the same day, so buy early through EMot or a ticket window. Noriorikun is valid only on the day of issue.
Can I eat while walking in Kamakura?＋
Not on narrow or crowded streets. Finish your snack beside the shop before moving on, and note that Kotoku-in doesn't allow eating on its grounds at all.
When can I see Shonan no Hoseki?＋
From December 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027: 17:00–20:00 on weekdays and 17:00–21:00 on weekends and holidays, with lights on from 17:30 starting January 16.
Where does a Kamakura and Enoshima private car go?＋
Our suggested routes combine Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Kotoku-in (Great Buddha), Hasedera and Enoshima, with pick-up and drop-off in Tokyo's 23 wards. The plan can be adjusted to your group and the season, so just tell us on LINE where you want to go.
