Situated in Japan’s Kanagawa Province in the middle of the southeast coast, the small city of Kamakura features a wealth of cultural and sacred sites complemented by superb natural beauty. With a heritage dating back to 1192 when it was established as a seat of military and political power, it is not surprising that the town is liberally dotted with age-old historical and religious sites. These are complemented by Kamakura’s idyllic white-sand beaches and lush forests lined with hiking trails, as well as some superb views of Mount Fuji. The famous, picturesque Wakamiyaoji Street is lined with restaurants and boutiques, cherry blossom trees and lanterns, and is known as one of the 100 best roads in Japan. Kamakura is a wonderful centre to explore cultural experiences such as Zen meditation, Kamakura-bori carving, Japanese green tea, kimonos and marine sports.