EN05 ／ ENODEN STORIES
At the end of the coffee scent lies the sea.
At the end of the coffee scent lies the sea.
Shonan-kaigankoen Station was originally called Nishikata (西方) and received its current name in 1958, reflecting the railway’s connection with seaside tourism. The platforms are still within Katase’s residential streets, so reaching the sea requires a walk from the station. Small shops and houses gradually give way to broad views of Enoshima and Sagami Bay. Coffee, the coast and the aquarium make a leisurely Shonan afternoon.
This stop, walk like this · Suggested 90–150 minutes
The platform is located in a residential area, so access to the coast still requires a walk; on clear days it's suitable for viewing the sea, but during strong winds and rain, indoor activities should be chosen instead. Enoshima Aquarium can be added as a separate, full visit duration, not included in this coffee and coast short trip.
End with a stroll along the seaside, then return to this station or proceed to Enoshima Station depending on your destination.
Shonan Kaigan Park and Katase Nishihama are connected stops on the same stretch of coast. The aquarium visit is not included in this route’s duration.
THE STORY OF EN05
Shonan-kaigankoen Station was originally named Nishikata (西方). Its new name brought seaside tourism directly onto the route map. The platforms remain in Katase’s residential streets. As you walk toward the coast, houses, junctions and small shops gradually give way to broad sand beaches. That transition from town to sea defines this stop.
Goodman Coffee roasts beans in Katase. Enjoy a cup or buy beans before continuing to Shonan Kaigan Park and Enoshima Aquarium. The café, coast and aquarium are not all right at the station entrance; plan them as a walking route.
WALK A LITTLE FURTHER
Walk along the coastal path to see Enoshima and the beach; from this station, you still need to cross the urban area.
Surf Village normally opens 8:30–17:30, extended to 18:30 in July and August. It closes on the 1st and 3rd Mondays, moving to the next weekday when these are public holidays, and from December 29 to January 3; there are no closing days in July or August. Changing rooms are free, while lockers and hot showers cost extra. Indoor facilities cannot be used on closed days or after closing. These are the building's service hours, not operating hours for the entire coast.
The park extends along the coast, with central areas offering grassy lawns and terraces for rest; the aquarium is located on the east side, while Surf Village is situated to the west. From this station, you must pass through the city center to reach the seaside, so it's recommended to choose your direction based on your next destination, rather than retracing your steps to complete the entire path.
Prefectural Shonan Kaigan Park stretches for about 2 kilometers along the Kugenuma and Katase coasts. Around the central Sea Breeze Terrace (海風のテラス) are boardwalks and lawns, with benches on grassy slopes overlooking the sea. The eastern end is near Enoshima Aquarium and the direction of Enoshima; Surf Village and beach sports areas lie to the west. After coffee, choose a direction: the central lawn for quiet time, or east for the aquarium. Avoid repeatedly doubling back simply to cover the whole park.
An aquarium centered around Sagami Bay can be combined with a coastal walk; it is located by the seaside, not at the station entrance.
On these three days, entry from 10:00–15:00 requires a separate free online reservation, except for children aged 0–2. Advance-ticket holders and holders of card-type annual passes also need one. Digital annual passes cannot be used during this period. This reservation is not required from 8:00–10:00 or after 15:00; re-entry is unavailable during the reservation period. This measure applies only on September 20–22, 2026. Check the day's notices for other dates rather than treating it as a year-round rule. Opening hours on these three days are 8:00–19:00, with last admission at 18:00.
Check the day’s schedule before entering, and plan a route linking the main Sagami Bay tank, the jellyfish displays and the shows you want to see. Paid interactive experiences have their own purchasing and capacity rules; a standard admission ticket does not necessarily include them. If you have a qualifying Enoden or Odakyu sightseeing pass, check applicable discounts on the official website. Discounts cannot be combined; high school students should bring student ID.
This is a different station from Odakyu’s Kugenuma-kaigan. Allow walking time both ways for a seaside visit.
MapTASTE THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
A neighborhood coffee shop in Katase’s residential streets. Stop for a cup before walking to the coast, or buy beans to take home.
The shop lists its address as 4-10-20 Katase, about a 30-second walk from Shonan-kaigankoen Station. It offers takeaway drinks and coffee beans. Its current website provides a menu and lists Thursday as its closing day, but gives no fixed opening hours. The hours here therefore use official railway information as a reference. Call 0466-53-9343 to check before coming especially early or in the evening.
Medium and large cups have different prices, and hot blended coffee and lattes are priced separately. Check the official menu for other drinks. If using a Tabemeguri food-tour voucher, follow its page’s specified redemption times and eligible items; general opening hours do not guarantee voucher acceptance throughout.
Goodman Coffee offers Original Blend black coffee and lattes to take away, either hot or iced. To enjoy the flavor at your accommodation, choose from coffee beans, original drip bags and cold-brew packs according to the equipment in your room. Buy near the station, then sit on a seaside bench or lawn to enjoy your drink. Take the empty cup away with you.
Next stop, a different sea breeze.
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