Hydrangea Map in Spring: Kamakura Edition

Good news for those visiting Kamakura between spring and summer! The hydrangeas here are in full bloom. Let's go and appreciate them. 📍Take the JR Line to each attraction 🌟Trip Highlights: ✅Meigetsu-in Temple: Famous for its hydrangeas, it's a 10-minute walk from Kita-Kamakura Station. The blue hydrangeas at Meigetsu-in are lighter in color when they first bloom, and the official viewing season starts in late June. ✅Hase-dera Temple: Known as "Kamakura's Western Paradise," this temple, featured in the Japanese drama "Last Twice," boasts nearly 40 varieties of hydrangeas, attracting many visitors. ✅Jōchi-ji Temple: Founded in 1219, this temple is known for love fortune prayers. Overlooking Yuigahama Beach, the blend of ocean and floral scenery creates a beautiful summer vista. ✅Inamuragasaki Park at Kamakura Seaside Park: Said to be the place where the Kamakura shogunate met its end, this park has many hydrangeas near the observation deck. It's also one of Kanagawa Prefecture's 50 scenic spots. ✅Goryo Shrine: A favorite among railway enthusiasts, this small shrine, located in a residential area, offers views of both the Enoden train and hydrangeas, attracting many photographers. ✨Tour Tips: ✅The best photo spot at Meigetsu-in is the hydrangea-lined stairway. Located in front of the Sanmon gate in the center of the temple grounds, it's easy to find. Access is restricted in the early morning, so it's recommended to visit later. ✅The hydrangeas at Hase-dera Temple bloom more vibrantly during the rainy season. Check the "Flower Walk" page on 🛜 for the best blooming period. The temple's clam-shaped ema (votive tablets) are also a unique feature. ✅Jōchi-ji Temple's hydrangeas, mainly purple and white, are concentrated at the entrance and along the stairs. The ocean view from the top of the stairs is stunning. The love charms here are said to be very effective! ✅From Inamuragasaki, you can enjoy distant views of Mount Fuji and the flower fields. It's also a great spot for sunset viewing. The sight of the setting sun sinking into the horizon is breathtaking. ✅Gokuraku-ji Temple near Jōchi-ji Temple is also a good place to see hydrangeas. It's said to be over 750 years old. The hydrangeas look even more beautiful against the backdrop of the thatched roof!