Shonan

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Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association
Photo provided by Kamakura City Tourist Association

Where to stay in Shonan

Every year in summer, a Star Festival is held called Tanabata. Two star deities, Orihime and Hikoboshi, can meet each other in the night sky. Theirs is a tragic love story, but children celebrate them by writing wishes on streamers to fly to the heavens. This festival is a major event in Sendai, but it's smaller cousin in Hiratsuka is also impressive and a lot of fun! Wear your yukata or jinbei!

Nanasawa Onsen

Travelers enjoy Nanasawa Onsen for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out Hiratsuka Hachiman-gu Shrine while you're in the area.

Nanasawa Onsen
Founder's Hall

Zaimokuza

While visiting Zaimokuza, you might make a stop by sights like Zaimokuza Beach and Yuigahama Beach.

Zaimokuza

Katasekaigan

While you're in Katasekaigan, take in top sights like Enoshima Aquarium and jump on the metro at Shonan-Enoshima Station to see more of the city.

Katasekaigan
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Koshigoe

The beaches and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Koshigoe. Katase Higashihama Beach and Koshigoe Fishing Port are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mejiroyamashita Station or Nishi-Kamakura Station to get around the larger area.

Koshigoe
After climbing through the Kamakura hill trails, we came across the Kamakura Buddha statue. It is an amazing sight and hot to the touch as the sun bakes its metal surface. #adventure

Hase

If you're spending some time in Hase, Great Buddha and Hasedera are top sights worth seeing.

Hase
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Shichirigahama

Shichirigahama might not have many top sights, but Shichirigahama Beach and Fufuike Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Shichirigahama
APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower

APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower

3 out of 5
5-25-3 Kaigandori, Naka Yokohama Kanagawa
The price is ¥6,715 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
¥6,715
¥8,151 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Yokohama. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,168 reviews)
Clean with helpful staff

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower
Kawasaki King Skyfront Tokyu REI Hotel

Kawasaki King Skyfront Tokyu REI Hotel

3.5 out of 5
3-25-11 Tonomachi, Kawasaki, Kawasaki Kawasaki Kanagawa Prefecture
The price is ¥8,397 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
¥8,397
¥10,201 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kawasaki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,311 reviews)
I booked a room here for two nights, staying just one. We had a late night flight, so this gave us a comfy place to hang out and wait (HIGHLY recommend doing this!!). Customer service here is exceptional. The amenities are many and make you feel welcome and right at home. It’s walking distance to ...

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Kawasaki King Skyfront Tokyu REI Hotel
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3 out of 5
2-9-7, Isago Kawasaki Kanagawa
The price is ¥13,952 per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
¥13,952
¥15,347 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Stay at this hotel in Kawasaki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and slippers. Popular attractions Yokohama Arena and Nissan Stadium are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (318 reviews)
Stayed for 15 days and had a very good overall experience. The hotel is located in Kawasaki, about 45 minutes by train from central Tokyo, which may not be ideal if you want to be close to major attractions. However, it’s very convenient for Haneda Airport. The area is lively, with many bars nearby ...

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pacific Coast Enoshima by Teranova

Pacific Coast Enoshima by Teranova

3 out of 5
1-chome-11-26 Katasekaigan Fujisawa Kanagawa
Stay at this apartment in Fujisawa. Enjoy free WiFi, slippers, and climate control. Popular attractions Katase Higashihama Beach and Ryukou-ji Temple are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (18 reviews)
Excellent option, the location is unbeatable. Very close to both train stations and the beach.

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Pacific Coast Enoshima by Teranova
Villa Kamakura

Villa Kamakura

3 out of 5
15-14 Sakanoshita Kamakura Kanagawa
Stay at this apartment in Kamakura. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Hasedera and Great Buddha are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Great location, easy to get to from train station. Toshi thought of everything and was really helpful for our first few nights in Japan. Even provided cold towels in the fridge on arrival, much appreciated in this intense heat.

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Villa Kamakura
Grand Bleu

Grand Bleu

2.5 out of 5
2-chome-11-18 Katasekaigan Fujisawa Kanagawa
Stay at this vacation home in Fujisawa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Enoshima Aquarium and Shonankaigan Park are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
Grand Bleu
Great house and not far from the Aquarium. A little loud at times due to proximity of the train near the house but overall a great spot! And thanks for the help sending back one of our forgotten items. Much appreciated.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2025

Grand Bleu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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