At Kamakura Rakuan, we continue our weekly walks through the town while picking up litter.
This small habit, shared with our family and staff, helps preserve the beauty and daily life of Kamakura — here’s a look at our activities and how you can join us.
Introduction
At Kamakura Rakuan, we’ve been picking up litter every Sunday around our inn, along the streets, and on the way to the sea.
Even if we can’t do something big, we believe small actions matter — so we keep our hands moving, together with family and staff, whenever we can.
This simple routine began back in June 2020 and continues to this day.
Today I joined with my daughter — she was the most enthusiastic one, picking up trash with a smile.
It feels good to make the town a little cleaner, one piece at a time.
Weekly Route & Collection Notes
- Route:Rakuan → Hase Kannon Intersection → Hase Station → Sakanoshita Beach → Rakuan(Approx. 30–40 minutes)
- Collected items:Plastic bottles, cans, paper scraps, cigarette butts, and more.
What These Small Habits Create
- Preserving the scenery:Just reducing litter makes a huge difference in how the streets and views feel.
- Building community:More people greet us along the way — small conversations with neighbors and passersby begin naturally.
- Encouraging others:Our daughter and staff have started picking up tongs on their own.We’ve learned that continuity depends on keeping things simple and easy to join.
For Those Who Want to Join (Guests & Locals Welcome)
- Duration: 30–40 minutes per session
- What to bring: Gloves, tongs, and trash bags (we have extras available)
- Safety tips: Watch for cars and bicycles, avoid broken glass, and note that cleanups are canceled in case of rain or storms.
- How to join:
Let us know at check-in or send us a message in advance saying, “I’d like to join the cleanup.”
We’ll be happy to guide you.
Ongoing Records & Future Plans
- Tracking:We’ll continue to share the number of participants, sessions, and approximate amount of trash collected.
- Schedule:Every Sunday from 8:30 to 9:10 AM
- Community collaboration:We warmly welcome participation from local residents and nearby businesses.
Cleanup Log
| Date | Person | Comments |
| 2025/10/5 8:30-9:10 | 2 | It was a pleasant day for picking up trash. |
| 2025/9/28 8:30-9:10 | 2 | Pleasant autumn sky, refreshing cleanup |
| 2025/9/21 8:30-9:10 | １ | Yuigahama — a fresh start to a sunny day |
| 2025/9/14 8:30-9:10 | 2 | Goryo Shrine Festival held today |
| 2025/8/31 8:30-9:10 | １ | Very hot day — lots of sweat! |
| 2025/7/27 8:30-9:10 | – | Hot but breezy near the sea |
| 2025/7/20 8:30-9:10 | – | High waves, many beach visitors |
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| 〜 | 〜 | 〜 |
| 2020/9/20 8:30-9:30 | 2 | A bit less litter than usual |
| 2020/9/13 8:30-9:30 | 1 | Collected a lot of trash alone |
| 2020/9/6 8:30-9:30 | 3 | Cool and cloudy, easy to work |
| 2020/8/30 8:30-9:30 | ２ | Picked up many items |
| 2020/8/9 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/8/16 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/8/9 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/8/2 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/7/26 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/7/19 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/7/12 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/7/5 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/6/21 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/6/14 8:30-9:30 | 2 | – |
| 2020/6/7 8:30-9:30 | 2 | First cleanup day! |
Closing
Kamakura, though known as a sightseeing destination, is first and foremost a place where people live.
As an inn and as a member of this community, we at Kamakura Rakuan will continue doing what we can — step by step — to keep our town beautiful and welcoming.