Step off the train at Kita-Kamakura and you'll immediately feel the shift in pace. The air here is different, filled with the scent of temple incense and damp earth from the surrounding green hills. This isn't just a station; it's the true starting point for exploring the area's most revered Zen temples, like Engaku-ji, which is right outside the exit. It’s the perfect, peaceful entry to the timeless atmosphere of old Kamakura.