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Kamakura
8 hours
Private tour "My favorite Kamakura"
KAMAKURA! What a perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Famous for Zen Buddhism and known as the first de facto capital established by the samurai, this town offers a splendid opportunity to enjoy a rustic yet solemn atmosphere.
Private tour "My favorite Kamakura"
FROM$292/ per group
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Mitsuru(mark) S.
4.95 / 5
(55 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hrs 30 mins
A Day in My Favorite Kamakura! Zen Temples, Matcha, Flowers & the Sea Breeze
Explore Kamakura with a guide who loves this compact ancient town, rich in history, culture, nature, and Zen spirit. Just an hour from Tokyo, we will visit highlights such as Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, the Great Buddha standing for 770 years, and the bamboo temple. You can savor authentic matcha with Japanese sweets in a serene Zen garden, admire seasonal flowers, and stroll hidden paths to the seaside, where the ocean breeze offers a peaceful close to your journey.
A Day in My Favorite Kamakura! Zen Temples, Matcha, Flowers & the Sea Breeze
FROM$95/ per group
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Yacco M.
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Kamakura
8 hours
One-Day Ancient Wonders in Kamakura(Bamboo Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple)
Enjoy the historical city Kamakura and feel the old Japanese atmosphere of Buddhist temples and Shinto shrine! At Hokokuji Temple you can enjoy matcha tea while viewing a beautiful bamboo forest. Then we will visit Tsurugaoka-Hachimangu Shrine which was a shrine for samurai warriors and enjoy shopping at Komachi-dori shopping street near this shrine. After lunch we will visit Great Buddha and Hasedera Temple using Enoden local train.
One-Day Ancient Wonders in Kamakura(Bamboo Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple)
FROM$254/ per group
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Hiroshi S.
4.92 / 5
(53 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hours
Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide
*The 7 hours tour starts and ends at a station in Fujisawa or Kamakura If from Tokyo, it's 9 hours, +8000yen This 1 day Kamakura & Enoshima Itinerary is packed with a visit to an islet of Enoshima and visits to 2 Buddhist temples (Kotokuin with Great Buddha and Hase-dera) and 1 Shinto shrine (Tsurugaoka-Hachimangu) in Kamakura. From the hill-top of Enoshima island, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji when the weather is fine. *The itinerary can be customized to meet your requests
Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide
FROM$305/ per group
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Seigo U.
5.00 / 5
(30 reviews)
Kamakura Day Trip Tours
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Kamakura
8 hrs 30 mins
Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Kamakura
Kamakura is an old enchanting city which used be a capital of Kamakura shogunate , the first shogunate in Japan. There are beautiful and tasteful spots . The most famous and handsome giant Budda, Daibutsu comes first, then Hase temple with an elegant garden and unique cave. After lunch, you'll visit Hokokuji temple famous with wonderful bamboo forest,lastly Tsurugaoka Hachiman shrine with a great view. Also , you can enjoy shopping in Komachi shopping street. You can enjoy a memorable day .
Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Kamakura
FROM$362/ per group
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Kahoko K.
4.96 / 5
(388 reviews)
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Kamakura
3 hrs 30 mins
The essence of Kamakura - A half-day trip to another world
From Tokyo, only one hour train ride takes you to another world, Kamakura, an ancient capital of samurais.Their spirit of "Zen" still remains anywhere. The passage of time is quite different from the one of megapolis Tokyo. I think three spots express the essence of Kamakura, Great Buddha (Kotoku-in Temple), Bamboo Temple (Hokoku-ji Temple) and First Shogun's Shrine (Tsuru-ga-oka Hachiman Guu).
The essence of Kamakura - A half-day trip to another world
FROM$105/ per group
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Itsumi S.
3.90 / 5
(10 reviews)
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Kamakura
9 hours
Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori
A private Kamakura with flexibility. Kamakura is one of the most popular day-trip destinations, located just one hour south of Tokyo. This coastal city used to be the center of Japan during the 12th to 14th century, where first Samurai government ruled. Zen (meditation) Buddhism flourished here with Zen style rock gardens, making Kamakura unique place. Seasonal Special OPTIONs【 Enoshima Island Lit-up Events 】, check the details on itinerary. Winter : November 22, 2025 to February 28, 2026
Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori
FROM$432/ per group
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Kaori S.
4.98 / 5
(116 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hrs 30 mins
Highlights of Kamakura Customized as you like
Kamakura is an ancient city, once a politic center of the first military (Samurai) government of Japan, established in 1185. It’s an ideal place for a day trip from Tokyo, as it's only one hour away by train. We visit several must-see places in Kamakura according to your request. The next itinerary is a recommended sample tour. We meet at your Hotel in Tokyo or in Yokohama. (Hotel pick up is free) Or at JR Kamakura station.
Highlights of Kamakura Customized as you like
FROM$279/ per group
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Shizuko T.
5.00 / 5
(44 reviews)
Kamakura Art, Culture, & Historical Tours
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Kamakura
8 hours
Hiro's Kamakura As-you-like One-day Tour
Kamakura, a home to samurai culture and Zen Buddhism, is neighborhood of where I live and one of my living rooms that I'd really love to invite you to. I am also happy to share some exclusive info that only local residents know, as I show you around the place. Let me customize your one-day tour based on your requests or preference adding my recommendation out of my experience regarding the season.
Hiro's Kamakura As-you-like One-day Tour
FROM$222/ per group
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Hiro Y.
4.88 / 5
(17 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hours
Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!
The Kamakura Shogunate, established by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1192, marked the beginning of feudal military government. This period was characterized by the rise of the samurai class and the establishment of a feudal system. It was also marked by both the patronage of Buddhism by the ruling class and the rise of new Buddhist movements that catered to the spiritual needs of the samurai and common people alike. We will explore these facts by visiting some temples and shrines.
Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!
FROM$190/ per group
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Macky H.
4.75 / 5
(8 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hours
Kamakura & Yokosuka: History of War and Peace Tour
This tour takes you to historical sites on wars and peace. In the morning, explore Kamakura to visit the sites related to the battles of samurais to learn about battles in the middle age. After lunch at Komachidori Street, move to the city of Yokosuka to visit Yokosuka Navel Port and Memorial Battleship Mikasa to know about the wars in the modern era. If you want to take the tour of either Kamakura or Yokosuka, it is possible to change the itinerary.
Kamakura & Yokosuka: History of War and Peace Tour
FROM$254/ per group
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Haruo T.
4.89 / 5
(18 reviews)
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Kamakura
8 hours
One-day tour from Kita-Kamakura to Enoshima
Just over an hour from Tokyo, you can visit an ancient capital with a completely different history. Kamakura was a town that became the center of politics under Minamoto no Yoritomo in the 12th century. Kamakura is a town of samurai, and Zen was also loved by the samurai. Kamakura is also the city where Zen Buddhism was brought to Japan and widely spread. Why not walk me through Kamakura, a town nurtured by history and culture?
One-day tour from Kita-Kamakura to Enoshima
FROM$222/ per group
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Naoya U.
5.00 / 5
(28 reviews)
Kamakura Nature & Outdoor Tours
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Kamakura
7 hours
Kamakura by the sea
A famous old town of Kamakura is also known for its beautiful beach. This area is called "Shonan ", which is one of the most popular tour spots in Japan, especially for the young people enjoying marine sports. By using Eno-den Line, which is so cute a train and runs mainly by the beach, you can enjoy both old beautiful Kamakra and beautiful modern beach spots.
Kamakura by the sea
FROM$244/ per group
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Kaneo U.
4.99 / 5
(75 reviews)
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Kamakura
8 hours
Explore Kamakura’s Secret Trails and Enoshima Island with a Local Guide
Escape the busy streets of Tokyo and discover the peaceful beauty of Kamakura and Enoshima. This full-day walking tour takes you through ancient temples surrounded by nature, quiet forest trails known mostly to locals, and ends with a stunning sunset view over the ocean and Mt. Fuji. Along the way, I’ll share stories about Japan’s history, spirituality, and everyday life — making this not just a sightseeing trip, but a cultural journey.
Explore Kamakura’s Secret Trails and Enoshima Island with a Local Guide
FROM$286/ per group
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Mikhail B.
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Kamakura
6 hours
Kamakura Flower Tour
Let us enjoy viewing seasonal flowers in an ancient capital of Japan. You can enjoy magnificent sceneries combined with beautiful flowers and temples.
Kamakura Flower Tour
FROM$241/ per group
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Rieko T.
4.90 / 5
(40 reviews)
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Kamakura
3 hours
Perfect Sankei-en Garden
Sankeien is a traditional and typical Japanese-style garden constructed by Sankei Hara. He made big success in the silk trade. He transferred historical buildings from Kyoto and Kamakura to this garden. This garden was opend to the public as ”Sankei-en”in 1906. There are 10 important cultural assets designated by Japanese government and 3 tangible cultural assets designated by Yokohama city. You can enjoy great combination of historical structures with Japanese garden.
Perfect Sankei-en Garden
FROM$83/ per group
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Erick(eiichi) K.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
Kamakura Off the Beaten Path Tours
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Kamakura
4 hours
Haunted Kamakura
Being the site of mass suicides, WW2 combat training drills gone wrong, and ancient battlefields, Kamakura is a perfect breeding ground for supernatural occurences and scary stories. Come with me and we'll go and see some of the spookiest sites in Kamakura, along with some of the highlights!
Haunted Kamakura
FROM$76/ per group
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John L.
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Kamakura
4 hours
Hiking and Bamboo Forests in Kamakura!! 4-Hour Tour With a Historian
Hi, I'm John, and I specialize in informative yet irreverent tours full of fun facts and surprising truths. On this tour, we'll take a hike around Kamakura's ancient mountain trails which are flanked by shrines, graves, statues, and of course gorgeous natural beauty! We will also visit one of Kamakura's most beautiful temples and take in its stunning bamboo forest.
Hiking and Bamboo Forests in Kamakura!! 4-Hour Tour With a Historian
FROM$51/ per group
John L.
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Kamakura
5 hours
Walking tour along an old Kamakura samurai road
Kamakura was the seat of the Bakufu (feudal government) from the 12th century to the 14th century. Many samurai warriors as well as commoners came and went. Kamakura is surrounded by mountains and they would walk across them. Unfortunately, with urbanization, almost all roads are now paved and widened. But you still can walk on the hill side. You can walk an old road between Yokohama (Mutsura) and Kamakura. This road is actually the same as the one used in the 12th century.
Walking tour along an old Kamakura samurai road
FROM$159/ per group
Erick(eiichi) K.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Kamakura
6 hours
Small hiking in Kamakura to feel its ancient atomosphere
You can enjoy a small hiking in a north mountain area, where you will feel ancient atmosphere by visiting a mystic cave shrine called Zeniarai-Benten and Sasuke-Inari shrine. You can also enjoy other faomous spots, Tsurugaoka-Hachiman-gu shrine and Great Buddha.
Small hiking in Kamakura to feel its ancient atomosphere
FROM$210/ per group
Kaneo U.
4.99 / 5
(75 reviews)
Kamakura Unique Experience Tours
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Kamakura
6 hours
Soul-Exploring Trip of Kamakura and Sutra Copying
Through copying sutra in Hasedera Temple, you get the serenity of mind and feel ready to explore the secret world of Buddhism: Benzaiten in the cave and Hase Kannon on the hill. After watching the imposing Great Buddha, take train to Kamakura, where you can relax and have lunch at various kinds of restaurants to choose from. Then, visit Hachimangu Shrine. and enjoy shopping at Komachidori Street.
Soul-Exploring Trip of Kamakura and Sutra Copying
FROM$97/ per group
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Takao M.
4.41 / 5
(22 reviews)
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Kamakura
5 hours
Soul-Exploring Trip of Hase Temple, the Great Buddha in Kamakura
Through copying sutra in Hasedera Temple, you get the serenity of mind and feel ready to explore the secret world of Buddhism. In the adjacent cave stand the statues of gods, each with the mission of having human desires achieved. At the top of a hill, Hase Kannon looks down mercifully upon you. Then, seven minutes' walk takes you to the imposing Great Buddha of Kamakura.
Soul-Exploring Trip of Hase Temple, the Great Buddha in Kamakura
FROM$79/ per group
Takao M.
4.41 / 5
(22 reviews)
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Kamakura Tour Reviews
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Paul K.
5 / 5
Nov 16, 2025
“One day trip to Kamakura”
We had a wonderful day trip to Kamakura with Yoko , although it was probably the busiest Sunday for the season Yoko managed to get us to all the places we wanted to see and explained all the historical details of the various Shrines and Temples. Yoko is a lovely person and her language skill is excellent, we would thoroughly recommend Yoko for your guide in Japan. Many Thanks Yoko for a great tour Paul and Sue
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Yoko I.
Thank you so much for posting such a lovely review, Paul and Sue! I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed our tour in Kamakura. I had a wonderful time with both of you. Honestly I worried if we could visit all the places smoothly because it was a beautiful Sunday in autumn. The traffic was heavier in some places, but I’m glad that everything went smoothly. Instead of getting on a crowded bus, we walked back to Kamakura station. I really appreciate your cooperation. Thank you so much for having me as your guide. I hope you have enjoyed your last part of your journey in Japan and you’ll get home safely.
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Donna H.
5 / 5
Nov 5, 2025
“Fabulous day trip to Kamakura !”
What a wonderful day!. Yuka shared her favorite hidden gems and behind the scene spots in and around Kamakura! She was able to quickly switch up the schedule to adjust for crowds of students on field trips! She provided a great balance of culture and history. A good mix of walking and public transportation and a perfect lunch spot! I was able to do and see so much more than if I was trying the same schedule on my own. I highly recommend her. She listened to my areas of interest and tailored the day accordingly! I was so pleased!
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Yuka S.
Thank you for your good comment, Donna. I was excited to know your experiences of travel, love for Japan and interest. I hope you will enjoy Hakkaido.
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Jennifer S.
5 / 5
Oct 30, 2025
“Relaxing Tour with Yoko”
I had a great tour with Yoko. She allowed me to customize my tour to Kamakura. I was still tired from my flight and she let me take the tour at an easy pace including visiting several shops. She picked a most delicious restaurant for lunch. She also showed me how to perform a Shinto ritual. She is such a sweet person!
Yoko I.
Thank you so much for taking your time to post such a fabulous review and the photos, Jennifer! I like the photos very much and I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed our tour in Kamakura. It was a beautiful day and I had a lovely time with you. Touring with you was fun and interesting. I was impressed with your deep knowledge about Japanese history and culture. It was a memorable day for me, thank you for having me as your guide. I hope you can get over jet lag and have a great holiday in Tokyo. Please take care.
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Travel like a real local. With our lineup of varied tours we want to help you customize and realize your ideal tour in Kamakura. Our guides can arrange for you to visit areas specific to your interests, so there will be no filler in the itinerary!
Browse all the tours we offer in Kamakura, and find the perfect one for you. The tours come in a variety of categories and lengths, so chances are you will be able to find the tour for you. Looking for something you couldn’t find in our lineup? Go ahead and send a message to one of the guides, they will create your tour for you!
Teaming up with a local guide and getting their help in planning the itinerary is the smart way to travel, so let them sort everything out for you.