Kamakura in November
Great time to visit
November brings Kamakura's most photogenic season with stunning autumn colors. The weather stays perfect for walking, though weekend crowds surge for leaf-peeping.
Weather
November showcases Kamakura's autumn glory with comfortable 17°C days and crisp 9°C nights. Clear skies dominate, perfect for photographing fall colors. The dry air feels refreshing after summer's humidity.
17°C high9°C low5 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$120/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Peak autumn foliage season
- •Momijigari (autumn leaf viewing)
- •Chrysanthemum Festival
November Tips
- •Engaku-ji Temple offers the most spectacular autumn colors in the city
- •Weekend autumn foliage crowds rival cherry blossom season
- •Morning light creates the best photos of golden ginkgo trees
All Months
Skip summer unless you enjoy sweating through temple visits with tour groups. March through May brings cherry blossoms to Hase-dera Temple without the Tokyo crowds. The hydrangeas at the same temple bloom in June, creating Instagram-worthy tunnels of blue and purple flowers. September through November offers perfect weather and autumn colors at Engaku-ji Temple. Winter gets overlooked, but January mornings at Kencho-ji Temple feel magical with frost on the bamboo. Plus, hotel prices drop by 40%. Avoid Golden Week (late April/early May) and Obon (mid-August) when half of Tokyo descends on the city. Weekdays always beat weekends for temple visits and restaurant reservations.
Kamakura Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
6/10
Luxury
5/10
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