Shichirigahama
七里ヶ浜
A scenic 2.9-kilometer beach in Kamakura famous for surfing, historic monuments, and views of Sagami Bay.
What it is
- A 2.9-kilometer stretch of coastline facing Sagami Bay in Kamakura.
- One of Japan's Top 100 Beaches located between Inamuragasaki and Koyurugi Cape.
- A popular surfing destination depicted in Edo period ukiyo-e prints.
- A historic area where philosopher Kitaro Nishida once lived.
What to see
- The Enoshima Electric Railway and National Route 134 running parallel to the coast.
- A memorial dedicated to a boating accident that occurred in 1910.
- The Inamuragasaki National Historic Site designated in 1934.
- A monument dedicated to the philosopher Kitaro Nishida.
- The Kamakura Prince Hotel which has operated in the area since 1995.
When to go
- Visit during daylight hours to watch surfers and view the coastal scenery.
- Swimming is currently prohibited due to coastal erosion and complex waves.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Shichirigahama Open in Google Maps
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