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Kamakura
Tokyo
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"The Kyoto of Eastern Japan. Offers numerous temples, shrines and other historical monuments."
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Kamakura is about 52 kilometers south of Tokyo and is accessible by car or public transportation. It was Japan’s political center in the 12th century, meaning visitors can see a variety of temples, shrines, and historical monuments from this time. It’s a small city, but it attracts many visitors interested in history or wanting to enjoy its sandy beaches during warm weather. Kamakura also has beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring.
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