Kamakura Literature Museum
Kamakura Bungakukan
A serene museum themed around Kamakura's literary figures, set within a Western-style building from the early Showa era.
The Kamamakura Literature Museum is a municipal museum located in Hase, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, dedicated to the literary figures associated with the region.
What makes it special
About Kamakura Literature Museum
- Observe the architectural beauty of the historic Western-style mansion from the outside.
- Enjoy a stroll through the area to connect with the literary world of Yukio Mishima.
- Plan your route with the seasonal rose garden (once reopened) in mind.
- Consider this a key destination for a journey exploring the historical buildings of the Kamakura Hase area.
Weather forecast
Thu
9/17
24°/20°
97%
Fri
9/18
24°/20°
18%
Sat
9/19
24°/21°
65%
Sun
9/20
24°/22°
96%
Mon
9/21
33°/22°
95%
Tue
9/22
26°/22°
31%
Wed
9/23
26°/21°
25%
Tips
Payment
Cash or Transit IC Cards (for nearby facilities/transport)
English Support
English signage is limited
Reservation
No reservation required (Note: Currently closed for renovation; please check status before visiting)
Clothing
Comfortable walking shoes recommended due to slopes
Photography
Exterior photography is permitted (Please follow local etiquette)
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible toilets available (Subject to building surroundings)
Important Note
Internal viewing is currently not possible due to large-scale renovations
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