[Kamakura] A thorough guide to Kamakura Kokomae Station, recommended for fans of "SLAM DANK"!

Kamakura is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations. It takes about an hour by train from Tokyo. The Kamakura area is rich in a variety of attractions, including the atmosphere of an ancient capital, beaches, a wide variety of gourmet food, and the Enoshima Electric Railway (commonly known as the Enoshima Electric Railway), a streetcar beloved by locals, making it a popular day trip destination not only for foreign tourists but also for tourists from Tokyo.

One of the most popular spots in Kamakura is the Enoshima Electric Railway's Kamakura High School Station. The railroad crossing at this station appears in the opening of the anime version of the hugely popular basketball manga "SLAM DUNK" (original work by Takehiko Inoue), which has enthusiastic fans all over the world, and it is still a popular spot visited by many fans today. This time, we will introduce the charms of Kamakura High School Station.

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1. First, enjoy the view from inside the station

When you arrive at Kamakurakokomae Station, you will be greeted by an ocean view. This view alone is worth a visit. You can also see Enoshima, a famous tourist spot in the Kamakura area.

The retro station signs inside the station are also eye-catching.

2. Railroad crossing

And finally, we head to the sacred railroad crossing. This is the very crossing that appears in the opening of the anime "SLUM DANK." The harmonious contrast between the blue sky and sea, the yellow of the crossing, and the green of the Enoshima Electric Railway is a sight that can only be seen here. It is dangerous, so please never enter the crossing when taking photos, and please enjoy taking photos while following the rules.

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3. To Shichirigahama

Once you've crossed the railroad crossing, you can walk along Shichirigahama Beach, which spreads out before your eyes. It is said that the name "Shichirigahama" comes from the fact that the beach was about 7 ri (about 4.2 km) long in the Kamakura period. (In reality, it's about 3 km long.)

This area is relatively uncrowded, so it is recommended for those who want to avoid the crowds and enjoy the sea view and sound of the waves.

In the evening, when the sea surface turns purple, a fantastical world unfolds. When the weather is good, you can even see Mt. Fuji from the beach. Why not enjoy the changing colors as the sun changes color little by little?

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