Enoshima Iwaya Cave

About

Explore dramatic sea caves lit by lanterns, a mystical dragon legend awaits.

Why go

• Walk through candle-lit tunnels that feel straight out of a movie
• Experience the two ancient Enoshima Iwaya caves
• A mystical cave said to be home to a dragon

Must try

• Explore the Enoshima Iwaya Caves
• Walk through candle-lit tunnels
• Dragon exhibit that roars when you clap
• Explore with a lantern
• Dragon at the end grants wishes

Pro tips

• Start ~2–3 PM → catch sunset → stay for night lights
• Walk from Katase-Enoshima Station (~15–20 min)
• Take taxi to save time
• Start 8:00am to skip crowds
• Avoid weekends to avoid crowds

Good to know

• Entrance fee 500 yen
• Tall people beware of crouching
• A lot of steps to get there

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Rating

4.2 / 5 (3641 reviews)

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