Kita Kamakura 北鎌倉

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So it's the end of March and the cherry blossoms are about to bloom and I realize that I have completely neglected blogging in the past few months. Gomen (sorry). Things have been busy and I have made a vow to post more frequently in the coming months as my time in Japan is likely coming to a close. I began this post of fall color back in November, so I thought I should finish it up before fast forwarding the blog to spring.
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We spent a day in late November exploring the temples around Kita Kamakura, starting at Engakuji, which was founded in 1282. I believe that the gate (pictured below) is from the 18th century. The following photos are from the temple grounds.
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We also visited Kenchoji, founded in 1253.
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The large tree to the left dates from the founding of the temple.
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Kenchoji's Seated Jizo.
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Behind Kenchoji (a Buddhist temple) is a Shinto shrine.
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From the top of the hill on which the shrine sits there is a view of the ocean and also of Mt. Fuji, but when we visited dusk was approaching, so Fuji was not very clear.
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Kenchoji and the crescent moon.
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Purple sweet potato ice cream is a special Kamakura flavor, so what better way to finish the day? The flavor is quite sweet and rich, quite tasty!
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