This walking tour video, produced by Horusia from the Kanagawa Walk Channel, takes viewers through the lively and scenic neighborhoods of Yamato City (大和市) in Kanagawa Prefecture. The tour starts at the south exit of Yamato Station (大和駅), providing an introduction to the local area’s history, which includes its name’s roots in the Meiji era when four villages consolidated, and the then-governor named the new village Yamato as a symbol of harmony.

The walk follows the “Nadeshiko no Michi” (なでしこの道), a path along the former Sotetsu Line railway track, lined with beautiful hydrangeas and seasonal greenery. Along the way, Horusia visits several parks and shrines. Highlights include the lush Shimosouyanagi Park (下草柳公園) and Ample Yamato Park (やまと公園), where visitors can find family-friendly facilities like the fluffy dome playground. The tour also takes a spiritual journey with stops at various shrines: Gokurakuji (極楽寺) with its iconic Rokujizo statues, the striking white torii of Yamajinja (山神社), and Fukasumi Shrine (深見神社), which is known for its spacious grounds. The exploration concludes with a visit to Yasaka Shrine (八坂神社) and a stroll through the bustling Shinbashi Street shopping district (新橋通り商店会), showcasing the blend of local commerce and daily life.

Throughout the video, viewers get a real sense of Yamato’s character, from tranquil parks and atmospheric shrines to the dynamic shift in ambiance as the walk moves closer to the station, with many eateries and shops coming into view. The tour wraps up back on Nadeshiko no Michi, near the Dream Map mural and the Yamato station platform, offering a practical guide for anyone looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll that combines natural, cultural, and urban highlights.

Yamato City is easily accessed via Yamato Station, which serves both the Odakyu Enoshima Line and the Sotetsu Line in central Kanagawa. The area is a pleasant destination for those interested in local Japanese cityscapes, community parks, and historic shrines within an easy day trip from major cities like Tokyo or Yokohama.