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Enjoy a Journey of Getting Off at Stops Along the ENODEN/Enoshima Station to Koshigoe Station Edition

The ENODEN connects 10 kilometers between the Fujisawa and Kamakura Stations. Along the way, the line runs through the town with houses and shops lined up right next to the tracks. It also offers a way to enjoy seaside views as you visit popular tourist spots like Kamakura and Enoshima. The stations on the ENODEN all have simple structures, making it easy to get on and off. If you see a scenery or spot that catches your eye from the train, feel free to get off at these stations at any time and explore. Here, we’ll introduce some recommended spots around the Enoshima and Koshigoe Stations.

The Popular Enoden Monaka as a Souvenir/Ogiya

Loved by many, Ogiya is a favorite among fans of the ENODEN. This shop has received a train car that was in active service until 1990 and uses the facade of the ENODEN as its shop sign.

The shop’s signature item is the "Enoden Monaka" – where the traditional Japanese sweet monaka is shaped like the ENODEN train car. Enoden Monaka has a gentle, comforting taste, and its ENODEN-themed boxed packaging makes it a perfect souvenir. Enjoy the nostalgic taste of traditional Japanese sweets along with the serene atmosphere of the shop.

Not Just for Worship: A Temple with a Must-See Antique Market/Ryukoji Temple

Along with guardian statues at its entrance, Ryukoji Temple can be seen on the left side of the ENODEN after departing Enoshima Station heading toward Kamakura. This temple is a sacred site related to Nichiren Shonin, the founder of the Nichiren sect of Buddhism, and is home to several historical landmarks, including a pagoda with Buddha’s relics and the only wooden five-story pagoda in Kanagawa Prefecture. Additionally, the temple hosts a grand memorial service every year from September 11th to 13th for the "Ryuko Persecution Memorial," with thousands of lanterns offered on the night of the September 12th. On this day, the area in front of the temple gate comes to life with bustling night stalls.

Every third Sunday of the month, the temple grounds host the "Shonan Ryuko Antique Market," where a wide variety of antiques are sold, including Japanese antiques, old household goods, Western antiques, everyday collectibles, kimonos, and vintage toys. Drawing in many visitors each time, you may find unexpected treasures in this antique market.

The Shopping Street Where the ENODEN Runs/Koshigoe Shopping Street

After departing Enoshima Station, the ENODEN soon enters a street lined with shops. The train car travels right down the middle of the road, much like a streetcar. This is one of the most distinctive and enjoyable features of the ENODEN. The street, where vehicles and people come and go alongside the train, is named "Koshigoe Shopping Street." There are about 100 shops including Japanese, Western, and Chinese restaurants out of which many feature the local specialty, whitebait dishes. You'll also find butchers, fishmongers, liquor stores, markets, clothing stores, surf shops, and record stores—everything needed for daily life and hobbies. Don’t miss out on an enjoyable stroll through the shopping street, soaking in the local atmosphere, and doing some shopping.

Experience Local Life at the Shopping Street/Subana Shopping Street

When you exit the lodge-style Enoshima Station on the ENODEN, you’ll find yourself at the start of Subana Street, a shopping district. This shopping street connects the ENODEN Enoshima Station with Katase-Enoshima Station on the Odakyu Enoshima Line. Along with seafood restaurants specializing in whitebait, you’ll find a variety of eateries, including stylish cafes. There are also long-established traditional Japanese sweet shops, trendy general stores, and traditional inns, giving you a feel for the history and charm of this seaside tourist destination. As you near the end of the street, you'll have a view of Enoshima Island and its lighthouse. If you continue straight, you’ll reach Katase Higashihama Beach. You’ll see the Odakyu Enoshima Line's Katase-Enoshima Station, which resembles a palace on your right.

Shonan Specialty, Fresh Whitebait at the Direct Sales Store/Koshigoe Mozaemon Maru

From Koshigoe Station, it’s just a short walk to Koshigoe Beach and Koshigoe Fishing Port. Strolling along the beach or around the port is very enjoyable. The direct sales store located at a corner near the beach offers freshly caught raw whitebait, boiled whitebait, and dried whitebait, all harvested by their affiliated fishing boats. The local whitebait, which is the juvenile form of anchovy and other types of fish, is known as "Shonan whitebait" and is a certified Kanagawa brand. The flavor of the fresh whitebait and the additive-free boiled whitebait made with just salt, is unforgettable once you taste it. You can also see the peaceful scene of whitebait being sun-dried in front of the store.

Scenic Edo Period Fort Remains/Koyurugi Cape

Koyurugi Cape is a small hill with a panoramic view of Koshigoe Beach, and at its peak stands Koyurugi Shrine.

The shrine, founded in 1185, is dedicated to the god Susanoo-no-Mikoto from Japanese mythology and has been revered by many warriors over the centuries. Every July, the "Tenno Festival" is held jointly with Enoshima Shrine across the bay which draws in large crowds. The cape offers breathtaking views, which were a key factor in choosing the site for the shrine. In the late Edo period, a fortress with a cannon battery was established here as a key defense point. From the observation deck, you can enjoy panoramic views of Sagami Bay and Enoshima. On clear days, you can even see Mt. Fuji and the Izu Peninsula.