Tokyo, Japan - Ride with Enoden

The Enoshima Electric Railway, popularly known as "Enoden", is a single track railway that runs between Fujisawa Station and Kamakura. Most of its stations are situated near tourist attractions such as the Hase Great Buddha and the Enoshima island. Despite it being a slow alternative to newer railway, it has thus remained as the most popular mode of transportation for tourists visiting the area.

There are a few recommended stops along the Enoden Line. Personally, I have stopped over at Enoshima,  Kamakura-koko-mae Station, Gokurakuji Station and Kamakura. Both Kamakura-koko-mae Station and Gokurakuji Station were previously selected as one of the "100 Top Stations in the Kantō Region". 

Kamakura Koko Mae Station, in particular, is a must visit site for Slam Dunk Fans. Not only does the school served as the model for the fictitious Ryonan High School, where Akira Sendoh attends, the junction right in front of the station is also depicted in the Slam dunk starting credits. For non-fans, take a break from your packed travel schedule to breathe in the amazing view of the Sagami Bay and the rustic feel of the station.

 

For more details on the Enoden, please visit the Odakyu website below:

http://www.odakyu.jp/english/deels/freepass/enoshima_kamakura/