American planning on Kamakura vacation...?

Question

For some time now, I've planning on travelling to Kamakura, Japan - it has prompted me to learn the language (going quite well, as of now), and get a feel for some of Japan's culture through friends and other various things. I probably have about three to four more years to go before I visit, but good things come to those who wait, no?

So, I was wondering about Kamakura. What is the weather like during different parts of the year? Does it snow (I figure no, since it's heading south and near the coast, but it doesn't hurt to ask)? Also, during what seasons is the city most empty?

I don't plan on travelling during any of Japan's holidays (not the busy ones, anyways), so if there are any other spots one might recommend when travelling across Japan (planning on staying a month or so), please feel free to enlighten me!

Thanks for the assistance.

Answer 1

Kamakura is a coastal town in Kanagawa prefecture, less than one hour south of Tokyo.
Today, Kamakura is a very popular tourist destination. Sometimes called the Kyoto of Eastern Japan, Kamakura offers numerous temples, shrines and other historical monuments. In addition, Kamakura's sand beaches attract large crowds during the summer months.
Attractions
Great Buddha Great Buddha statue of Kamakura.
Hachimangu Kamakura's most important shrine.
Hase Temple Famous for its large wooden Kannon statue.
Kenchoji Temple Number one of Kamakura's five great Zen temples.
Engakuji Temple Number two of Kamakura's five great Zen temples.
Jufukuji Temple Number three of Kamakura's five great Zen temples.
Jochiji Temple Number four of Kamakura's five great Zen temples.
Zeniarai Benten Shrine where visitors wash their money.
Zuisenji Temple Zen temple famous for its gardens.
Tokeiji Temple Abused wives were able to get a divorce here.
Ankokuronji Temple Temple founded by Nichiren himself.
Myohonji Temple Temple of the Nichiren sect.
Kamakura Beaches About the sand beaches of Kamakura.
Hiking Trails Hiking trails in Kamakura's wooded hills.

Kamakura is also favorite tour site for Japanese Visitors to Japan should be aware of the peak times of the year for booking travel and accommodation reservations, which are: (1) Yearend and during New Year holidays — December 27 to January 4 and adjacent weekends; (2) "Golden Week" holiday season — April 29 to May 5 and adjacent weekends; and (3) "Bon" festival season — the week centering on August 15.
For more details:
Kamakura Tourist Information Center
9:00 a.m.~5:30 p.m.
(~5:00 p.m.Oct.~Mar.)
Closed: Dec 29, 30, 31
Phone [phone]
1-1-1 Komachi, Kamakura

One I could recommend is Asakusa..and take boat cruise and bus tour around..
Dynamic Tokyo - a free souvenir map of Tokyo for you!!
(Except Jan.1-4 & Dec.29-31)
9:00am-5:30pm(Approx. 8 hours) Fare:11850 yen
Free pick-up & drop-off service are available.
Tour Highlights:
1. Tokyo Tower(Birds-eye view)
2. Japanese Garden and Tea Ceremony
3. Imperial Palace Plaza
4. Barbecue Lunch
5. National Diet Building(Drive by)
6. Ginza Shopping District(Drive through)
7. Sumida River Cruise
8. Asakusa Kannon Temple & Nakamise Shopping Street
too much too list, the sites below to check out..
good day!!

Answer 2

Kamakura is awesome you'll love it.

Like someone already said make sure to ride Enoden.
And winter (Nov - Mar) would be a time you should pass off.
Kamakura is best when it is warm.

Answer 3

it snows (normally) once or twice a year, likely to be Feb or
March (but rarely Apr also possible). All other months, it's
mild climate.
Enoden (trolly from Fujisawa to Kamakura and then Enoshima)
and Monorail (from Ofuna to Enoshima) are fun to ride, from
my experinces.

Answer 4

I like Aizu-Wakamatsu myself. It's got some seriously good Japanese "atmosphere". Yamadera is another underatted spot.