Things to Do in Zushi (逗子市), Kanagawa: Sights, Train Access & Travel Guide

Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 · Prices are approximate and for orientation only.

Overview & City Profile

Zushi (逗子市) in Kanagawa Prefecture (Kanto, Japan) is anchored by local sights including Ganden-ji, number two of the Bandō Sanjūsankasho, Nagae-sakurayama Kofungun (0.6 km), Enmei Ji (1.4 km) and served by Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) via the regional hub at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station. Set at 9 m elevation (35.2833°N, 139.5833°E), Zushi offers travelers a base for sampling regional Yokohama Chinatown steamed buns & shumai, Yokohama Iekei tonkotsu-shoyu ramen, Shonan shirasu (whitebait bowls) cuisine and exploring neighboring Hayama (葉山町) (2 km), Kamakura (鎌倉市) (4.9 km), Yokosuka (横須賀市) (8.1 km), Fujisawa (藤沢市) (12.9 km).

Zushi is located at the head of Miura Peninsula, facing Sagami Bay on the Pacific Ocean. The city is built on an alluvial plain formed by the Tagoe River and surrounded by low, steep hills. The area of Zushi has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and numerous Kofun period and Yayoi period remains have been discovered. During the Heian period, it came under the control of the Miura clan, and during the Kamakura period formed part of the outer fortifications for Kamakura. Roka Tokutomi), media personalities (e. Within Kanagawa Prefecture, Zushi (逗子市) serves as a city in Kanagawa Prefecture (municipal incorporation: 1954-04-15) and pairs naturally with wider prefectural highlights such as Yokohama Minato Mirai & Chinatown, ancient temples and Great Buddha of Kamakura, Enoshima Island, Odawara Castle, and Hakone hot springs overlooking Mt. Fuji.

What to See & Do in Zushi (逗子市): Landmarks & Sights

Visitors exploring Zushi (逗子市) from Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) at 9 m elevation (35.2833°N, 139.5833°E) can visit these nearby shrines, temples, parks, and geographic landmarks (with straight-line distances from central Zushi):

• Ganden-ji, number two of the Bandō Sanjūsankasho — local sightseeing landmark near Zushi (逗子市).
• Nagae-sakurayama Kofungun (0.6 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Zushi (逗子市).
• Enmei Ji (1.4 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Zushi (逗子市).
• Morito Jinja (1.7 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Zushi (逗子市).
• Shinzenkō Ji (2.5 km) — local sightseeing landmark near Zushi (逗子市).
• Primary Rail Gateway for Zushi: Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) (connecting to Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station).

Closest Neighboring Municipalities to Zushi

When planning a regional rail or driving loop around Zushi (逗子市) and Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km), consider pairing your stop with the 5 closest neighboring municipalities across Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto:

• Hayama (葉山町) — 2 km from Zushi (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Kamakura (鎌倉市) — 4.9 km from Zushi (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Yokosuka (横須賀市) — 8.1 km from Zushi (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Fujisawa (藤沢市) — 12.9 km from Zushi (Kanagawa Prefecture)
• Miura (三浦市) — 15.1 km from Zushi (Kanagawa Prefecture)

Getting to Zushi & Getting Around

Train & hub access to Zushi (逗子市) via Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km): 25–30m from Tokyo Station to Yokohama or Kawasaki on JR lines; 35m to Odawara on the Tokaido Shinkansen; 55m to Kamakura on the JR Yokosuka Line. From Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station, transfer to local JR or private rail lines serving Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) to reach central Zushi (35.2833°N, 139.5833°E).

• Local rail & IC cards at Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km): JR regional trains and private commuter lines link Yokohama with Zushi (逗子市) and neighboring Hayama, Kamakura, Yokosuka. Nationwide IC cards (Suica, PASMO, ICOCA) work at major urban gates; for rural branch stations or local buses around Zushi, carry ¥1,000 bills and ¥100 coins for the onboard fare box.
• Luggage & station coin lockers: Travelers exploring Zushi and continuing toward Hayama can store bags at major transfer stations or check suitcase dimensions in our Luggage & Locker Checker and ship large bags ahead via Takkyubin.
• Driving & car rental around Zushi: While Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) anchors public transit for Zushi, picking up a rental car at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station makes it easy to link Ganden-ji, number two of the Bandō Sanjūsankasho and Nagae-sakurayama Kofungun (0.6 km) with nearby Hayama (葉山町) (2 km), Kamakura (鎌倉市) (4.9 km), Yokosuka (横須賀市) (8.1 km), Fujisawa (藤沢市) (12.9 km). See our Renting a Car in Japan Guide.

What to Eat in Zushi (逗子市) & Kanagawa

Dining near Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) and across Zushi (逗子市) highlights the regional food culture of Kanagawa Prefecture and Kanto. Look for these local specialties at station restaurants, family-run shokudo, and markets in Zushi:

• Local specialty & terroir of Zushi (逗子市): nashi pear orchards and seasonal fruit farming.
• Yokohama Chinatown steamed buns & shumai — regional specialty enjoyed across Zushi (逗子市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokohama Iekei tonkotsu-shoyu ramen — regional specialty enjoyed across Zushi (逗子市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Shonan shirasu (whitebait bowls) — regional specialty enjoyed across Zushi (逗子市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Odawara kamaboko fish cakes — regional specialty enjoyed across Zushi (逗子市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.
• Yokosuka Kaigun curry — regional specialty enjoyed across Zushi (逗子市) and Kanagawa Prefecture.

If you are dining in Zushi (逗子市) with food allergies or dietary restrictions, use our Japanese Phrasebook & Allergy Show-Cards at restaurants around Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km).

Where to Stay in Zushi (逗子市)

Visitors staying overnight in Zushi (逗子市) can look for business hotels, traditional ryokan, or family-run minshuku near Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km), or base at major rail hubs in Yokohama (Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station) or neighboring Hayama, Kamakura, Yokosuka for quick train access into Zushi. Compare hotel tiers and ryokan etiquette in our Japan Accommodation Guide.

Best Time to Visit Zushi & Seasonal Highlights

Seasonal guide for Zushi (逗子市, 9 m elevation at 35.2833°N, 139.5833°E): Late March–April for cherry blossoms in Kamakura & Yokohama Sankeien; June for Kamakura hydrangeas; October–December for crisp Mt. Fuji views from Hakone & Enoshima.

Wider sightseeing across Kanagawa Prefecture that pairs well with visiting Ganden-ji, number two of the Bandō Sanjūsankasho in Zushi (逗子市) includes: Yokohama Minato Mirai & Chinatown, ancient temples and Great Buddha of Kamakura, Enoshima Island, Odawara Castle, and Hakone hot springs overlooking Mt. Fuji.

Practical Travel Tips for Zushi (逗子市)

• Tourist information (観光案内所) for Zushi: Stop by the Kankō Annaijo desk at Yokohama Station, Shin-Yokohama (Tokaido Shinkansen) & Odawara Station or Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) for local bus schedules to Ganden-ji, number two of the Bandō Sanjūsankasho and walking maps of Zushi (逗子市).
• Cash & ATMs in Zushi: Convenience stores and major hotels around Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) accept international cards, while smaller eateries and shrines near Ganden-ji, number two of the Bandō Sanjūsankasho often prefer yen cash; 7-Eleven (Seven Bank) and Japan Post ATMs in Zushi accept foreign debit cards.
• Local dining hours in Zushi: Around Zushi Station (逗子駅) (1.6 km) and neighboring Hayama, Kamakura, Yokosuka, lunch service typically runs 11:30 AM–2:00 PM and dinner spots open around 5:30 PM with last orders between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM.