Events & things to do in Kamakura & Enoshima in September 2026

Now on May 30 (Sat) – Sep 27 (Sun) 9:30〜17:00

Exhibitions 📍 Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Modern Art, Kamakura Annex

Shinji Yamamoto's Potato Prints: Kamakura Natural History

An exhibition showcasing Shinji Yamamoto's unique potato print works.

💴 Paid

Now on May 30 (Sat) – Sep 27 (Sun) 9:30〜17:00

Exhibitions 📍 Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Modern Art, Kamakura (神奈川県立近代美術館 鎌倉別館) Secondary source

Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Modern Art, Kamakura Exhibition

This is a currently ongoing exhibition at the Kanagawa Prefectural Museum of Modern Art, Kamakura.

Now on Jul 3 (Fri) – Sep 30 (Wed)

Exhibitions 📍 Enoshima Aquarium (新江ノ島水族館) Secondary source

Enoshima Aquarium Full Dissection Exhibition

The "Enoshima Aquarium Full Dissection Exhibition" will be held at the Enoshima Aquarium!

Now on Jul 8 (Wed) – Sep 23 (Wed)

Markets & food 📍 Kamakura Prince Hotel (鎌倉プリンスホテル) Secondary source

Kamakura Prince Hotel Hawaiian Fair 2026

A special event to enjoy Hawaiian culture at the Kamakura Prince Hotel.

💴 Paid 🌤 Outdoor 📝 Booking required

Now on Jul 25 (Sat) – Sep 25 (Fri)

Exhibitions 📍 Kita-Kamakura Yo Yoshinobu Museum

Underwater Landscapes by Yo Yoshinobu

An exhibition featuring the beautiful blue world of Yo Yoshinobu.

💴 Paid

Now on Aug 1 (Sat) – Sep 23 (Wed) 18:00〜20:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Enoshima (江の島)

Enoshima Lantern Festival 2026

The Enoshima Lantern Festival 2026 is a summer event on Enoshima Island, adorned with the beautiful light of lanterns.

🌙 Evening

Ended Aug 26 (Wed) – Sep 7 (Mon) 11:00〜17:00

Exhibitions 📍 Gallery Kamakura Vivan Secondary source

Yoshie Uchida Print Exhibition

A print exhibition by Yoshie Uchida will be held in Kamakura.

Now on Aug 29 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 9:00〜16:30

Exhibitions 📍 Kannon Museum (観音ミュージアム) Secondary source

Experience the Special Exhibition 'Pilgrimage' at Hase-dera Temple!

A special exhibition themed around Kannon pilgrimage will be held at Hase-dera Temple in Kamakura.

💴 Paid

Now on Aug 29 (Sat) – Dec 6 (Sun) 9:00〜16:30

Exhibitions 📍 Kannon Museum 2nd Floor Exhibition Room Secondary source

Reiwa 8th Annual Autumn Exhibition: "Pilgrimage to Kannon with Go-Yo Otake - Exploring the 33 Kannon Temples of Kamakura with the Colors of Shinsui"

We will showcase beautiful paintings of Kannon by Go-Yo Otake.

💴 Paid

Now on Sep 2 (Wed) – Oct 18 (Sun)

Exhibitions 📍 Kamakura City Kaburaki Kiyokata Memorial Museum

The Literary Love of Kaburaki Kiyokata ― A World of Illustrations Dedicated to His 'Favorite' ―

This is an exhibition themed around the literary love of Kaburaki Kiyokata.

💴 Paid

Now on Sep 6 (Sun) – Sep 13 (Sun) 10:00〜21:00

Festivals & rituals 📍 Amanawa Jinjya (甘縄神明社) Secondary source

Amanawa Jinjya Autumn Festival

The autumn festival at Amanawa Jinjya is a quaint event enjoyed with local residents.

Now on Sep 11 (Fri) – Sep 13 (Sun) 18:00〜

Festivals & rituals 📍 Ryuukou-ji Temple (龍口寺) Secondary source

Ryuukou Hounan Festival 2026

A grand memorial service held annually at Ryuukou-ji Temple (龍口寺).

🌙 Evening

Upcoming Sep 13 (Sun) – Sep 14 (Mon) 12:00〜：神幸祭（神輿渡御）

Festivals & rituals 📍 Amanawa Shimmei Shrine (甘縄神明神社)

Amanawa Shimmei Shrine (甘縄神明神社) Festival

A mikoshi procession and ritual festival held at Amanawa Shimmei Shrine.

🆓 Free

Upcoming Sep 14 (Mon) – Sep 16 (Wed)

Festivals & rituals 📍 Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (鶴岡八幡宮)

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Grand Festival

The Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Grand Festival is a traditional event held annually in September in Kamakura.

Upcoming Sep 16 (Wed)

Festivals & rituals 📍 Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (鶴岡八幡宮) Secondary source

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Grand Festival: Yabusame Ceremony

The Yabusame ceremony, with an 800-year tradition, will be held in Kamakura.

Upcoming Sep 18 (Fri) 9:00〜10:00

Festivals & rituals 📍 Hase-dera Temple (長谷寺)

9/18 (Fri) Autumn Higan Ceremony

This is the autumn Higan ceremony held at Hase-dera Temple (長谷寺).

💴 Paid

Upcoming Sep 18 (Fri) 12:00〜15:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Goryo Shrine (御霊神社)

Goryo Shrine Festival and Noh Mask Parade (御霊神社《坂ノ下》)

An event featuring the festival and Noh mask parade at Goryo Shrine.

Upcoming Sep 19 (Sat) – Nov 28 (Sat) 10:00～16:00

Exhibitions 📍 Kamakura History and Culture Exchange Center Secondary source

Kamakura's Nun Temple - The Prayers that Weave History by Nuns -

This exhibition introduces the history of the nun temples in Kamakura.

💴 Paid 🏠 Indoor 🧒 Kid-friendly

Upcoming Sep 19 (Sat) 18:30～

Festivals & rituals 📍 Hase-dera Temple (長谷寺) Secondary source

Kamakura Music Scroll Concert

A music concert by Shioi Retro Musica will be held at Hase-dera Temple (長谷寺) in Kamakura.

🌙 Evening

Upcoming Sep 20 (Sun) 10:00〜11:30

Festivals & rituals 📍 Shin-Ebisu Aquarium (新江ノ島水族館)

Enosui Eco Day Vol.192

A special eco-event will be held at the Shin-Ebisu Aquarium!

Upcoming Sep 26 (Sat) – Oct 30 (Fri) 10:00〜17:00

Exhibitions 📍 You Shoumei Museum (葉祥明美術館) Secondary source

Towaon Hibiki × You Shoumei Exhibition

The exhibition 'A Moment Called Eternity' featuring works by Towaon Hibiki and You Shoumei will be held at the You Shoumei Museum in Kitakamakura.

💴 Paid 🏠 Indoor

Upcoming Sep 26 (Sat) 10:00〜

Festivals & rituals 📍 Hase-dera (長谷寺)

Daikokuten En'nichi (大黒天縁日)

Daikokuten En'nichi is a special event honoring Daikokuten, the god of wealth and prosperity.

Upcoming Sep 27 (Sun) 正午予定

Festivals & rituals 📍 Yagura Street, North Exit of Fujisawa Station (藤沢駅北口柳通り) Secondary source

51st Fujisawa City Festival

The Fujisawa City Festival will be held. It's an event for families to enjoy together.

🌤 Outdoor 🧒 Kid-friendly 📝 Booking required