Deep dive private half day tour of Enoshima

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2026

Machi S.

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Kamakura

English, Japanese (Native)

4 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Machi S.)

Up to 4 people

Experience the coastal magic and ancient legends of Enoshima Island on this immersive half-day walking tour. As your private guide, I will lead you through a personal journey to the island's historic shrines, sharing the fascinating stories and traditions of Enoshima. Beyond the history, we will check out the local food scene; whether you are craving street snacks or prefer a leisurely sit-down meal with panoramic ocean views, I’ll ensure you find the perfect flavors to match your palate.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

10:00 AM

Meeting Point

Odakyu Fujisawa Station

- Odakyu Fujisawa Station ticket gate, opposite LIERRE shopping mall

10:10 AM

Odakyu Katase Enoshima Line Train

We will take the Odakeyu Katase Enoshima line to Katase Enoshima Station together.

10:30 AM

Enoshima Island Bronze Torii Gate

We will walk from Katase-Enoshima Station to Enoshima Island by the pedestrian bridge and arrive at the bronze torii gate at the foot of the shrines of Enoshima Island.

10:40 AM

Hetsumiya, the Lower Shrine

We will make our way past the streets and shops to visit Hetsu-no-miya, the first of the three shrines of Enoshima. There is an impressive red torii gate that stands above this part of the island. We will head up the stairs to the shrine and also learn about omikuji, ema, omamori and goshuin, items you will find at almost every shrine or temple in Japan.

11:00 AM

Nakatsumiya, The Upper Shrine

The second of the three sister goddesses is enshrined at Nakatsumiya, that has its vivid vermillion colored shrine. It is located in the middle of the island.

11:30 AM

Sea Candle and Samuel Cocking Garden

Samuel Cocking was a British merchant who created a greenhouse and garden on Enoshima Island in the 19th century after purchasing land on the island.

Sea Candle is the iconic lighthouse tower that represents the image of Enoshima Island. It stands 60 meters and is located within the Samuel Cocking Garden. offers stunning ocean views over the Shonan coastline. There is a fee to visit the observation tower, which offers stunning ocean views of the Shonan coastline. Mount Fuji can sometimes be seen, if you are lucky.

12:00 PM

Lunch

There are restaurants with ocean views or small cafes along the way! Seafood, such as white bait rice bowls are one of the options! Food is not included in the price of the tour and guests will need to pay for any food or drinks. Also, many of the restaurants only accept cash so please bring Japanese yen with you, just in case.

12:30 PM

Okutsumiya Shrine

This shrine is for the third sister goddess enshrined on Enoshima Island. On the ceiling of the main hall, is the painting of the "turtle staring at you from eight directions". It is a famous painting and many people miss it!

12:40 PM

Dragon Love Bell / Dragon Shrine

Near Okutsumiya shrine, is Wadatsunomiya, or the Dragon Shrine. There is a legend of Enoshima featuring a beautiful maiden and 5-headed dragon. This is a love story and the shrine for the dragon is located here.

A short walk along a path takes us to Ryuren no Kane or the Dragon Love Bell. This bell is also related to the love story of the dragon and maiden of Enoshima Island and the theme of eternal love.

01:00 PM

Iwaya Caves

Down a series of very steep steps on the far side of the island is Iwaya caves. These naturally formed caves were created by erosion of waves during ancient times. Here Buddhist monks used to train and there is a statue of the 5-headed dragon of Enoshima legend.

There is a fee of 500 yen to enter the Iwaya Caves.

01:40 PM

Nakamise Street

We will retrace our steps back through the island to the Nakamise shopping street near the bronze torii gates where we started our tour of Enoshima. There are numerous food stalls and shops that sell souvenirs and traditional snacks.

Then we will walk back across the bridge toward Katase-Enoshima station.

02:00 PM

Tea time and snacks

If the guests are interested, we can walk along another shopping street for snacks, sweets or even matcha tea at a famous local tea shop that features youkan, a traditional Japanese sweets.

02:30 PM

End of Tour

At this point, the guests can continue to Kamakura or head to your next destination. There are three transit options and I can advise what is the best for you and your needs to continue on your Japan adventure!

Ending Point

Enoshima Enoden Electric Railway Station

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee

What‘s not included

Public transportation fees

Entrance fees (Many places only accept cash)

Lunch, snacks, drinks (Many places only accept cash)

Personal expenses

Tour Important Information

- This tour involves a lot of walking, up and down many steep steps to reach the different areas of Enoshima Island. Please wearing comfortable shoes and dress for the weather and level of activity. Also, please be sure you are in good physical condition and able to navigate these steps.

- This tour is not recommended for those who may have medical issues, such as heart problems or foot, leg or knee problems, for example.

- This tour does not have wheelchair accessibility or elevators. Unfortunately, most areas of Enoshima Island do not have access for those with mobility issues.

- Please dress appropriately for the season of your visit. Enoshima is an island and can get cold due to ocean breezes, especially along the bridge to the island.

- Please check the weather forecast of the day of your visit. During warmer months and especially during the summer, the weather can have a strong effect on travelers, especially while walking the island. Bring water or liquids to stay adequately hydrated.

- Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

- This tour will occur rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, the itinerary of the tour may be changed.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2026

Machi S.

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About Tour Guide Machi S.

Hello, my name is Machiko!

I was born in raised in Kanagawa Prefecture but also lived for 12 years in the United States. While living in California, many people showed me kindness and helped me to adjust to living abroad.

Now that I am back in Japan, I want to "pay it forward" and return that kindness by sharing my local knowledge of Kanagawa to visitors from abroad.

In Japanese, we have a word, "omotenashi", which means "hospitality". It is an important part of our culture to welcome our guests with warmth and sincerity.

I can speak both English and Japanese, so I want to be more than just a personal tour guide; I want to help bridge our cultures, with respect and understanding, while sharing the beauty and local charms of Japan.

Please consider me and we can explore my corner of Japan to learn about the culture, food and history of my home together!