Fujisawa: Surfer’s Haven in the Land of the Rising Sun
Home to Shonan Beach which is a surfer’s haven for Japan, Fujisawa is a city under the Kanagawa Prefecture, located at its heart. Facing the Sagami Bay that is connected to the Pacific Ocean, this city has 3 topographical features starting from its south which is the Enoshima Island, that is associated with the Katase shoreline with the help of the road bridge, the Hijiki River then the Sakai River. It is surrounded by history-rich municipalities under the Kanagawa Prefecture itself, namely Ebina, Yokohama, Yamato, Kamakura, Ayase, Chigasaki and Samukawa.
Best Time to Visit
It is known to be ideal to book a flight going to Fujisawa, Japan during the months of May, June and October as these are favourable months to tour around the city, as well as the attractions that surrounds it. Get to know more about their culture by going to these temples. Fully-booked Fujisawa, Japan hotels and crowded airports can be expected during the months of January, March and April. So be sure to book flights ahead of time during the peak season. During the month of October, the Fujisawa Enoshima Fireworks Festival is celebrated in this city. Shonan Enoshiwa Spring Festival is also a much-awaited event, which is held during March accompanied with comedic performances, drum shows (Taiko Matsuri) and street performances. Tourists shouldn’t miss these events as it showcases how traditions are being observed in the country.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Have an amazing time touring the Cupnoodles Museum, where everything is about ramen. The Enoshima Shrine is a Shinto Shrine dedicated to worship Kami Benten, a Japanese Buddhist Goddess. After a tiring but fun day, you can stay at the finest Fujisawa, Japan hotels, like the Dai-Ichi Inn Shonan, Toyoko Inn Shonan Kamakura Fujisawa-eki Kita-guchi and Sotetsu Fresa Inn Fujisawa Shonandai. All of which offers complimentary breakfasts for its guests.