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Kanagawa Prefecture was the political and economic center of Japan during the Kamakura period when Kamakura was the de facto capital and largest city of Japan as the seat of the Kamakura shogunate from 1185 to 1333.
Discover the top things to do in Kanagawa, on the doorstep of Tokyo. Don’t miss the Great Buddha at Kamakura, the lakes, hot springs and Mt Fuji views from Hakone, or Yokohama – the city by the sea full of landmarks, like Minato Mirai 21, Chinatown and the Red Brick Building.
Apr 13, 2023 · Kanagawa Prefecture is located south of Tokyo in the southern part of the Kantō Region. It has an extensive coastline, stretching 435 kilometers along Tokyo Bay to the east and the Pacific Ocean...
Kanagawa Prefecture is within easy reach of Tokyo, making it a popular destination for both visitors and Tokyoites. Yokohama 's shopping malls and shiny towers make the night view of its skyline one of the most beautiful in Japan, and its past as a trading port gives it an international flair.
Kanagawa often disappears in the shadow of Tokyo, but is arguably one of Japan’s most interesting prefectures. Whether you take a day trip to Yokohama or Kamakura, or sleep a night or two amid the bubbling hot springs of Hakone, it’s absolutely worth going to Kanagawa.
Aug 30, 2024 · Kanagawa, ken (prefecture), Honshu, Japan, located south of Tokyo and bordered by Tokyo Bay to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the south. Yokohama, on the bay, is the prefectural capital. The eastern half of the prefecture constitutes the southwestern portion of the Tokyo-Yokohama Metropolitan.
Aug 27, 2024 · Neighboring Tokyo, Kanagawa Prefecture is home to many great beaches and is full of historical sites, shopping spots, delicious foods, and amazing seasonal events. Visit Kanagawa for a look into Japan's history and to relax at large beaches that can't be found near the capital of Japan.
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