Odakyu Enoshima-Kamakura Freepass Guide: Unlimited Enoden Coastal Railway, Shonan Beach Views, and Kamakura Great Buddha for ¥1,640

When seeking a rejuvenating day trip from Tokyo combining dramatic Pacific Ocean coastal vistas, historic seaside shrines, and ancient bamboo temples, the Enoshima – Kamakura (江の島・鎌倉) coastal corridor stands unrivaled.

To maximize transit convenience while minimizing train fares, private rail operator Odakyu Electric Railway offers the Enoshima-Kamakura Freepass (江の島・鎌倉フリーパス), priced at just ¥1,640 for adults departing from Shinjuku Station.

1. Pass Privileges and Purchasing Instructions

This magnetic 1-day transport ticket delivers comprehensive regional travel coverage:

1. Round-Trip Odakyu Line Travel (小田急線往復): Covers round-trip standard transit between your departure point (such as Shinjuku Station) and Fujisawa Station (藤沢) or Katase-Enoshima Station (片瀬江ノ島). All local, express, and rapid express trains are included. (A supplementary limited express surcharge of roughly ¥700 applies if riding the panoramic Romancecar).
2. Unlimited Enoden Railway Access (江ノ電乗り放題): Hop on and off freely across all 15 stations of the scenic Enoshima Electric Railway connecting Fujisawa and Kamakura.
3. Regional Sightseeing Discounts: Grants reduced admission at key attractions, including the Enoshima Sea Candle lighthouse tower, Enoshima Iwaya caves, the Shin-Enoshima Aquarium, and partnered seaside restaurants.

Purchasing the pass is straightforward: visit any blue Odakyu touchscreen ticket vending machine at Shinjuku Station, select “Discount Ticket” (お得なきっぷ), choose the “Enoshima-Kamakura Freepass”, and pay via cash, IC card (Suica/Pasmo), or credit card.

2. Riding the Nostalgic Enoden Coastal Railway

The highlight of the journey is boarding the historic Enoden (江ノ電) tramcar, recognizable by its heritage dark green and cream livery. Operating for over 120 years, the compact train squeezes between traditional wooden residential neighborhoods before rolling directly along the sparkling coastline of Sagami Bay.

Two essential stations along the Enoden route include:

• Kamakura-kokomae Station (鎌倉高校前駅): The world-famous level crossing immortalized in the opening sequence of the anime classic *Slam Dunk*. Watching the green train glide past the ocean slope draws enthusiasts from around the globe.
• Shichirigahama Station (七里ヶ浜駅): A sweeping black-sand beachfront promenade where seaside cafés offer sweeping views of surfers and, on clear winter days, the snow-capped silhouette of Mount Fuji across the horizon.

3. Visiting Kotoku-in’s Great Buddha and Komachi-dori Street

Continuing along the Enoden Line to Hase Station (長谷駅) brings you within a short walk of the revered Kamakura Great Buddha (鎌倉大仏) at Kotoku-in Temple:

• Standing 13.35 meters tall and weighing 121 tons, this colossal open-air bronze statue of Amida Buddha dates back to the 13th-century Kamakura Shogunate. Originally housed inside a massive wooden temple hall that was destroyed by a 1498 tsunami, the Buddha has sat serene under the open sky for over five centuries. Temple admission is just ¥300.
• Conclude your excursion at Kamakura Station (鎌倉駅), strolling along the lively Komachi-dori (小町通り) pedestrian shopping avenue to sample local street food delicacies such as matcha soft-serve, strawberry daifuku, and savory croquettes before visiting Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.

Compared to purchasing point-to-point single train tickets costing over ¥2,500, the ¥1,640 Freepass yields savings of nearly 40%, making it the gold standard for an unforgettable coastal escape.