Nestled in the historical town of Kamakura, Japan, Komachi Street stands as a vibrant and attractive destination that captures the essence of traditional Japanese culture.
Known for its charming atmosphere, quaint shops, and culinary delights, this bustling pedestrian street offers visitors an authentic experience that reflects the rich history and contemporary allure of Kamakura.
Recommended Shop
- Chop stick : Kamakura Yuzen
2-8-13, Komachi,Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
Yuzen offers a variety of handmade chopsticks made from different materials and designs.
They have a wide range of exquisite and noteworthy chopsticks, including the finest Wakasa-nuri lacquer chopsticks and those adorned with abalone shells.
Their service of engraving names on the chopsticks has been well-received. - Kanzashi, Japanese Hairpin: Aki Kobo
1-6-25, Yukinoshita, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
A “kanzashi” is a traditional Japanese hair ornament often worn by women with kimono or traditional attire. It comes in various designs, made from materials like metal, wood, or bamboo, and is used to adorn hair with intricate patterns and enameled decorations, reflecting different seasons and occasions. - Wooden tableware: Sasarindo
1-8-8, ukinoshita, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa - Senbei, Rice cracker: Kamakura Ichibanya
2-7-36, Komachi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
On Komachi Street, you can often spot people enjoying these shop’s rice crackers while walking around. They offer so many different types of rice crackers that it’s easy to become indecisive when making a purchase. The freshly baked, piping hot rice crackers are highly popular here.
Senbei brog article - Otsukemono, Japanese pickles: Mikura
2-8-36, Komachi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
This popular shop allows you to carefully sample and choose from a wide variety of pickled foods. - Sensu, Japanese style fan: Hana Musubi
2-8-13, Komachi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa - Brush Specialty Shop: Kanaya Brush
2-12-26, Komachi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
Kanaya Brushes is a brush specialty store with over 80 years of history. It offers a wide range of brushes, including shoe brushes, brushes for writing, cooking utensils, and computer cleaning. The collection includes notable items such as shoe brushes made from pig and horse hair, as well as premium toothbrushes, all worth seeing for their exceptional quality.