Enoshima Benten Bridge: Gateway to a Seaside Paradise
Cross the iconic Enoshima Benten Bridge and discover the enchanting island of Enoshima, with its stunning views, shrines, and seaside charm.
Enoshima Benten Bridge is the main pedestrian access point to Enoshima Island, a small island off the coast of Fujisawa, Kanagawa Prefecture. The bridge provides stunning views of the ocean and distant mountains, inviting visitors to explore the island's gardens, shrines, and the iconic Sea Candle lighthouse.
A brief summary to Enoshima Benten Bridge
- Enoshima, Fujisawa, 2 Chome Enoshima, Kanagawa, 251-0036, JP
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Check the weather forecast before visiting to maximize your chances of seeing Mount Fuji from the island.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as exploring Enoshima involves a fair amount of walking and stair climbing.
- Consider purchasing the Enoshima 1-Day combination ticket for access to the island's main attractions and the Enoshima Escar escalators.
- Try the local specialty, Shirasu-don (young whitebait rice bowl), at one of the island's restaurants.
- Be aware that cars are not allowed to enter Enoshima between 10 PM and 5 AM.
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Getting There
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Walking
From any of the Enoshima area train stations (Enoden Enoshima Station, Odakyu Katase Enoshima Station, or Shonan Enoshima Station), follow the signs towards Enoshima Island. The walk to the Enoshima Benten Bridge takes approximately 10-15 minutes from any of these stations. Once you reach the bridge, it's a straightforward walk across to Enoshima Island. There are no tolls for pedestrians.
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Public Transport
If arriving by train at Fujisawa Station, transfer to either the Enoden or Odakyu lines to reach Enoshima. From Kamakura, the Enoden line is the most convenient. Get off at the Enoshima Station (Enoden Line), Katase Enoshima Station (Odakyu Line), or Shonan Enoshima Station (Shonan Monorail Line). From each of the stations, it is a short walk to the Enoshima Benten Bridge. * Enoden: A ride from Fujisawa Station to Enoshima Station costs 220 yen. * Odakyu Railway: A ride from Fujisawa Station to Katase Enoshima Station costs 170 yen. * Shonan Monorail: A ride from Ofuna Station to Shonan Enoshima Station costs 320 yen.
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Driving
If driving, navigate to Enoshima Island and use one of the public parking lots available on the mainland side or on the island. Note that cars are not allowed to enter the island between 10 PM and 5 AM. Parking costs vary. For example, Enoshima Nagisa Parking costs 400 yen per hour, with a maximum daytime fee of 2,000 yen and an overnight fee of 1,000 yen. Enoshima Kamome Parking Lot, which closed in March 2025, charged 620 yen for the first 2 hours, then 200 yen per 30 minutes, with a maximum day rate of 1,540 yen. Kankokyokai Enoshima Parking Lot offers discount tickets for 200 yen/hour (normal rate: 400 yen/hour). After parking, walk to Enoshima Benten Bridge to access the island.
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