Inamuragasaki Cape
Scenic coastal cape near Kamakura with ocean views
On Kamakura's coastline, Inamuragasaki offers seaside cliffs and views across Sagami Bay toward Enoshima and, on clear days, distant Mt. Fuji; walkers and sunset watchers frequent the headland.
Inamuragasaki at a Glance#
Address: Inamuragasaki, Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
Hours: Open 24 hours (public headland)
Admission: Free
About Inamuragasaki#
Inamuragasaki is a rocky cape and seaside headland in the city of Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, known as a classical coastal viewpoint depicted in Edo-period ukiyo-e prints.
The cape affords open views over Sagami Bay toward Enoshima and, on clear days, Mount Fuji; it lies immediately north of Shichirigahama beach and is readily reached from the nearby Enoshima Electric Railway line.
The headland appears in classical Japanese art and became a noted sightseeing spot in the Edo period; today it features a small park, walking paths and formal viewpoints.
Geographically it occupies the southwestern edge of central Kamakura on Sagami Bay, roughly 50 kilometers south of central Tokyo and adjacent to the Shichirigahama neighborhood.
- Best view times: Clear days offer views across Sagami Bay to Enoshima and Mount Fuji, making sunrise and sunset the most popular times for photography.
- Access: The Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoden) serves the area at Inamuragasaki Station, providing direct local access from Kamakura and Fujisawa.
What to See#
- Inamuragasaki Park: A compact public park and coastal walking paths on the headland that provide the principal viewpoints toward Enoshima and Mount Fuji.
- Headland viewpoint: The cliff-top viewpoint on the cape facing Sagami Bay, used for sunset and sea vistas and often photographed in clear weather.
- Shichirigahama beach: Nearby Shichirigahama beach, a sandy shore south of the cape commonly combined with a cape visit and accessible on foot from the headland.
How to Get to Inamuragasaki#
Take the Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoden) to Inamuragasaki Station; the headland is a 3-5 minute walk from the station. From Kamakura Station it’s a 10-15 minute walk along Yuigahama Beach.
Tips for Visiting Inamuragasaki#
- Take the Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoden) to Inamuragasaki Station - the walk along Yuigahama beach from Kamakura Station takes about 10-15 minutes.
- Clear winter mornings occasionally reveal Mount Fuji on the horizon; check the forecast and go early for the best chance.
- Combine the headland with a stroll along Yuigahama to discover local fishermen's stalls and cafés favored by residents.
Best Time to Visit Inamuragasaki#
Inamuragasaki is rewarding outside of typhoon season and on clear days when Mount Fuji is visible. Sunset and early morning bring the best light.
Weather & Climate near Inamuragasaki#
Inamuragasaki's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1730 mm/year), wettest in June.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 1° - 10° | 2° | 64 mm | some cloud | 77% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 2° - 10° | 3° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 137 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 150 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.0h |
| May | Very Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 164 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.9h |
| June | Good | 18° - 25° | 21° | 223 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.4h |
| July | Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 159 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.1h |
| August | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 167 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.3h |
| September | Good | 20° - 26° | 23° | 214 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 200 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 116 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 4° - 13° | 6° | 57 mm | some cloud | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
