At Suruga Bay in Shizuoka, the best part of taking the ferry is feeling the ocean breeze while soaking in the stunning panoramic view of Mt. Fuji.
What made it extra special was that they even offered captain uniforms on board for visitors to change into and take photos for free. Put on the sharp-looking uniform and captain’s hat, and with the sweeping Mt. Fuji behind you, every shot turns out amazing.
Suruga Bay Ferry | Review by 10BRENDA
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Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoden)
Enoshima Electric Railway, affectionately known as the “Enoden,” is a private railway operating an approximately 10-kilometer line connecting Fujisawa City and Kamakura City in Kanagawa Prefecture. The line opened in 1902 between Fujisawa and Katase (now Enoshima), and for more than 120 years it has served both as a vital means of daily transportation for local residents and as a key railway supporting tourism in the area.
There’s so much scenery along the Enoden line. If you’re traveling on your own, I’d recommend getting the Enoden one-day pass too.
You can hop on and off unlimited times, and it’s the best way to really explore and check out all the classic spots. -
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Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise Street
As you enter Enoshima through the bronze torii gate, you'll find a bustling shopping district lined with ryokans, eateries, and souvenir shops. This street is always lively with tourists enjoying a walk through history, highlighted by architectural pieces like the black post box in front of the Enoshima Post Office, which has been restored from the Meiji era.
On this shopping street, the most popular food with a line is probably Asahi Honten. You have to get one of their giant rice crackers—they’re bigger than your face.
They’re freshly pressed from whole seafood, with flavors like octopus and shrimp. Pretty much everyone was walking around with one in hand. -
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Hanamikoji-dori Street
Hanami-koji Street is a main street crossing Gion north to south from Sanjo to Kenninji Temple. It is “koji” (small alley), but the street is wide and lively with lots of stores hosting many tourists. The Teahouse district still maintains the traditional ambience in the district from Shijo-dori to the south. The original teahouses were on Shijo-dori and to the north of it, which were gathered to the current southern district in Meiji and Taisho Periods.
Walking along Hanamikoji-dori Street in Gion, Kyoto, after passing through the lively front section, the hustle and bustle gradually fades as you go deeper.
What comes next—quiet streets with little bridges and flowing water—is the most charming part of this old district. -
