Kamakura is home to several sand beaches, which are popular getaways for those who want to escape the nearby cities of Tokyo and Yokohama for some sunbathing, swimming and surfing. The official beach season in Kamakura lasts from July to August.

Located adjacent to each other, Yuigahama and Zaimokuza are Kamakura's two most popular beaches due to their convenient location and facilities. As a result, both get very crowded during the summer. The two beaches collectively span about one kilometer of coastline, providing a lot of space for sunbathing and swimming. Beach huts are open during the season and provide visitors with shade, changing and shower rooms, food and drinks.

Getting there and around

The beaches are about a five minute walk from Yuigahama Station on the Enoden Railway or about twenty minutes on foot from JR Kamakura Station.

How to get to and around Kamakura

Hotels around Kamakura

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    • Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura
      Luxury
      Located within 20 km of Sankeien and 21 km of Yokohama Marine Tower, Hotel Metropolitan Kamakura provides rooms in Kamakura. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site. Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Each room has a safety deposit box and selected rooms come with city views. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Yuigahama Beach, Zaimokuza Beach and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 40 km away.
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    • CASA Kamakura Espresso&BED
      Budget-friendly
      Situated within 600 metres of Yuigahama Beach and 1.2 km of Zaimokuza Beach, CASA Kamakura Espresso&BED features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kamakura. This 2-star guest house offers full-day security and luggage storage space. Yokohama Marine Tower is 23 km from the guest house and Nissan Stadium is 31 km away. With a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and slippers, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is 2.8 km from the guest house, while Sankeien is 22 km from the property. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 42 km away.
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    • Guest House Kamejikan -turtle time-
      Budget-friendly
      Featuring a bar, Guest House Kamejikan -turtle time- is set in Kamakura in the Kanagawa region, less than 1 km from Yuigahama Beach and a 12-minute walk from Zaimokuza Beach. Featuring a shared lounge, the 1-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All rooms come with a safety deposit box and selected rooms here will provide you with garden views. Guests at the hostel can enjoy a vegetarian or a vegan breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at Guest House Kamejikan -turtle time-. Zushi Beach is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is 2.5 km away. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 42 km from the property.
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    • BIRD HOTEL
      Mid-range
      Located 400 metres from Yuigahama Beach, BIRD HOTEL offers 3-star accommodation in Kamakura and features a garden, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring a sun terrace, this property is situated near attractions such as Zaimokuza Beach. Free WiFi and room service are provided. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Each room is fitted with air conditioning, a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at BIRD HOTEL have a balcony. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. An ? la carte, continental or American breakfast is available daily at the property. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Sankeien is 22 km away. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 42 km from the property.
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    • Guest House Kamakura Zen-ji
      Budget-friendly
      Located in Kamakura, just 300 metres from Yuigahama Beach, Guest House Kamakura Zen-ji provides beachfront accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The 2-star guest house features garden views and is 1.4 km from Zaimokuza Beach. The guest house has facilities for disabled guests. Certain units in the guest house have private entrance and are equipped with desk and dressing room. Units are complete with a shared bathroom, while some units at the guest house also offer a seating area. At the guest house, some units are soundproof. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at Guest House Kamakura Zen-ji will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kamakura, like cycling and hiking. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is 3.5 km from the accommodation, while Sankeien is 23 km away. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 43 km from the property.
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    • KAMAKURA Hotel
      Luxury
      Boasting a bar, KAMAKURA Hotel is situated in Kamakura in the Kanagawa region, 1.4 km from Yuigahama Beach and 1.4 km from Zaimokuza Beach. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi. Some units at the property have a terrace with a city view. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Guests at KAMAKURA Hotel can enjoy an Asian breakfast. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is 1.1 km from the accommodation, while Sankeien is 21 km from the property. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 40 km away.
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    • kamakura seizan
      Luxury
      Kamakura seizan features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Kamakura. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.5 km from Yuigahama Beach. All units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Guests at kamakura seizan can enjoy an ? la carte breakfast. Zaimokuza Beach is 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is 1.2 km away. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 40 km from the property.
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    • WeBase KAMAKURA
      Luxury
      WeBase Kamakura is a resort hotel and restaurant in the ancient capital of Kamakura, one minute from the Shonan sea and one hour from the city. WeBase Kamakura is a 3 minutes walk from Yuigahama Station and there are many tourist attractions within walking distance, such as the Kamakura Great Buddha, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, and Kamakura Komachi Street. There are 8 sophisticated guest room types with high ceilings and a total of 22 guest rooms. Free Wi-Fi is available. We offer a breakfast course that includes sparkling wine, a choice of two types of galettes, a salad with plenty of Kamakura vegetables, amuse-bouche, and soup. Enjoy a luxurious breakfast that starts with sparkling wine and freshly baked galette, grilled right in front of you. There is a large communal bath with a sauna which offers a self Loyly style sauna. At our on-site restaurant, "Restaurant Co," we provide a fusion of teppanyaki and Italian cuisine that allows you to enjoy the seasonal flavors of local Kamakura with all your senses. Savor modern Italian cuisine incorporating teppanyaki techniques, along with wine pairings. There is also a kids' menu for children of elementary school age and younger.
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    • Tosei Hotel Cocone Kamakura
      Mid-range
      Set within 21 km of Sankeien and 22 km of Yokohama Marine Tower, Tosei Hotel Cocone Kamakura offers rooms in Kamakura. Featuring a restaurant, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. All guest rooms in Tosei Hotel Cocone Kamakura are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. American and Asian breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. At Tosei Hotel Cocone Kamakura guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Japanese. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Yuigahama Beach, Zaimokuza Beach and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 41 km from the property.
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    • guesthouse SHIBAFU
      Budget-friendly
      Situated in Kamakura, 600 metres from Yuigahama Beach and 1.3 km from Zaimokuza Beach, guesthouse SHIBAFU features accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. This 1-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a shared lounge. Yokohama Marine Tower is 23 km away and Nissan Stadium is 32 km from the guest house. Units have a kettle, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, while some rooms also boast a terrace and some have garden views. At the guest house, each unit has bed linen and towels. A modern restaurant, coffee shop and bar can be found on-site. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is 2.8 km from the guest house, while Sankeien is 22 km from the property. Tokyo Haneda Airport is 42 km away.
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