Kamakura is an ancient city which has flourished since warlord Minamoto Yoritomo established a new government in 1192. Kamakura is surrounded on 3 sides by mountains and the south side faces the sea. This natural topography was highly desirable for constructing a fortress. With its many historical temples and abundant natural scenery, the city is a natural destination for manyvisitors throughout the year.
Japanesesearch.com hopes you enjoy this 2013 Top Photo Collection of Kamakura, Japan with photos hand-picked by the editors.
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Modern Architecture – Kamakura House
Lotus Pond At Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine Entrance
Kamakura – Japan
Kamakura
Inari Fox @ Kamakura
hasedera buddha
Great Buddha @ Kamakura
Great Buddha at Kamakura
Komachi-dori @ Kamakura
Engaku-ji Temple @ Kita-Kamakura
Engaku-ji Temple at Kita-Kamakura
Engaku-ji Temple stairs at Kita-Kamakura
Bell @ Engaku-ji Temple @ Kita-Kamakura
Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu Shrine @ Kamakura
鎌倉 Kamakura
Shopping at Kamakura
Kamakura City and the sea
Kamakura temple at dawn