Kama kama kama kama kama Kamakura

Kamakura is a very special place—not only for the Japanese, but also for M-san and Fawnda. Not only was it their first destination together outside of Tokyo’s limits 5 years ago, it was also the last place they visited before Fawnda left. Incidentally, the little coastal town is home to the world’s largest outdoor seated Daibutsu (Buddha). It’s also features lots of tiny Buddhas, caves, an island the serves squished octopus, and many other delights. Please enjoy these scenes from Andrew and Fawnda’s last day trip outside the big big city…

As you can see the giant Buddha is quite the tourist attraction.

Which is why we had to snap this shot.

And this one. Isn’t he lovely. Please also note the stylish moustache.

Hasedera Temple was up the mountainside and after the trek it was time for a quick smoke to help catch our breath.

As with most temples the detail work was astounding.

And so was the view of Sagami Bay (?).

It’s nice.

Hasedera Temple is also known for its popular bamboo grove.

That kept us entertained for hours — well for a while anyway.

Not all the Buddhas in Kamakura are large.

But what these guys lack in size they make up for in numbers.

Maybe they will grow if worshipers keep watering them.

They even keep a few of these little guys tucked away in the cave of mystery.

Just watch your head.

And mind the bats. Or maybe the bats were just in our mind. That happens sometimes.

After Hasedera we made our way across the bridge to Inoshima Island for a bite

Of pressed octopus.

And it was everything we dreamt it would be.

FYI: this is what you’re supposed to do incase of an earthquake or a tsunami. Write it down.

To finish off the night we made one last stop at Hachimangu Shrine before heading back to homebase.