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Half-Day Kamakura: Samurai History, Zen Bamboo Grove & Hidden Shrines

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2026

Mika T.

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Kamakura

English

4 hours

Private tour (only you and Mika T.)

Up to 10 people

Kamakura is the birthplace of Japan's first samurai government, which ruled the country for about 150 years from the late 12th century. During this period, Zen Buddhism flourished among both samurai and common people.

On this half-day walking tour, you'll visit Kamakura's most beloved attractions, including Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Komachi Street, Hokokuji Temple, and Zeniarai Benzaiten Shrine.

Experience Kamakura's unique blend of samurai heritage, Zen culture, and beautiful nature.

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Hotel meet-up in Kamakura area or JR Kamakura Station

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (Samurai Heritage & Spiritual Heart)

Kamakura’s most important Shinto shrine, established in 1063 and expanded by Minamoto no Yoritomo, the founder of Japan's first samurai government.

Stroll the torii-lined approach and enjoy ponds, bridges, and seasonal scenery. 

Admission: Free (Treasure Hall: 200 yen)

Komachi Street and Wakamiya Oji Avenue

Walk from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine to Kamakura Station via Komachi Street and Wakamiya Oji Avenue. Enjoy local snacks, traditional sweets, souvenir shops, and one of Kamakura's most scenic boulevards.

Hokokuji Temple (Zen Bamboo Grove & Matcha Experience)

Visit one of Kamakura's most peaceful Zen temples, famous for its beautiful bamboo grove with over 2,000 bamboo stalks. Stroll through the tranquil garden and, if you wish, enjoy a bowl of matcha green tea at Kyukoan Teahouse while surrounded by nature. In autumn, the combination of bamboo and colorful maple leaves creates a breathtaking atmosphere.

Admission: Temple ¥400 / Matcha tea ¥800

Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine (Money-Washing Shrine)

Discover one of Kamakura's most unique and beloved shrines, where visitors wash their coins and banknotes in sacred spring water in the hope of increasing their wealth and good fortune. Hidden inside a small valley and surrounded by nature, this atmospheric shrine has been a popular spiritual destination.

Admission: Free

Ending Point

JR Kamakura Station

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

* Licensed English-speaking guide

* Hotel meet-up within the Kamakura area

What‘s not included

* Admission fees for temples and shrines

* Public transportation fee (about 15 USD per person, for you and guide), lunch (about 10 USD per person, for you and guide)

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking; wear comfortable shoes.

* Not recommended for those with severe back or knee issues.

* Wheelchair accessible (consult in advance for route adjustments).

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

We will travel on foot and by local buses when needed.

Important message from the supplier

I can guide you in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba Prefectures.

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

Mika T.

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Mika T.

Hi, I'm Mika, a National Licensed Tourist guide.

I have formal training in practical photography, certified by a Japanese art education association, and will gladly assist you in capturing memorable moments during the tour.

On clear days, you can expect well-composed photos with Tokyo as a stunning backdrop. Photos can be shared digitally after the tour. (Photography support may be adjusted depending on weather conditions.)

Reviews

Sabine J.

5 / 5

Apr 14, 2026

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“Great Tour”

We had a great tour with Mika! Thank you so much!

Mika T.

Thank you very much for your kind review. I truly appreciate it. We were lucky to have such beautiful weather, which made it perfect for walking around the city. Seeing both of you enjoying the tour so much made me feel very happy and positive as well. It was a great honor for me to guide you through Yokohama, a city that I truly love. I would be delighted if you visit Minato Mirai again in the future. Yokohama is a place where history and the future come together. I hope that as you experienced the city, you could also reflect on the arrival of Commodore Matthew Perry in 1853, and how that moment connects to the way we live today and in the future. Thank you again, and I hope to see you again someday!