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Kamakura & Enoshima in One Day: Packed with the Best Historic & Scenic Highlights

Art, Culture, & Historical
Kamakura Tour Guide - Yacco M.

Joined 2025

Yacco M.
5.00 / 5
(13 reviews)
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Kamakura
English, Japanese (Native)
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Yacco M.)
Up to 6 people

Discover the best of Kamakura and Enoshima—just about an hour from Tokyo—on a customizable 1-day guided tour.

Immerse yourself in Zen traditions at a 13th-century temple and visit Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, the spiritual heart of samurai Kamakura. See the Great Buddha and Hase-dera Temple, then ride the retro Enoden train to Enoshima for local street snacks and the historic shrine. End your day on the bridge with a sunset over Mt. Fuji (on clear days) and a fun Shonan Monorail ride!

Itinerary

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

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

Kitakamakura Station

- - Kita-Kamakura Station, East Exit (Engakuji side) Station Location Note: Please note that JR Kita-Kamakura Station is one station before JR Kamakura Station when coming from the Tokyo direction on the JR Yokosuka Line.

Flexible Meeting & Pickup Options

・If you are traveling from Tokyo or elsewhere, I will be happy to advise you in advance on the most convenient way to reach Kamakura


・Upon request, I can also meet you at other convenient locations in Kamakura or Yokohama, such as Yokohama Station, Sakuragicho Station, Ōfuna Station, or the Ōsanbashi International Passenger Terminal (including nearby hotel lobbies). Please feel free to ask me.


・If needed and subject to availability, I can also arrange hotel pickup or drop-off from/toTokyo for an additional fee of 3,000 yen per group, per pickup or drop-off.

10:10 AM

Engaku-ji Temple

Ranked second among Kamakura's Five Great Zen Temples, Engaku-ji is nestled in a tranquil, wooden valley. Founded in 1282, it offers a serene atmosphere filled with magnificent wooden architecture, tall cedar trees, and peaceful Zen gardens. It is an ideal starting point to experience the timeless Zen spirit of Kamakura at a comfortable, gentle pace.

11:30 AM

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is the historic heart and iconic symbol of Kamakura, established by the first shogun in 1180. To conserve energy for walking, we will stroll along the raised, tree-lined pedestrian path called Dankazura and admire the impressive grand shrine

12:10 PM

Lunch around Kamakura Station

Enjoy a delicious Japanese meal at a local restaurant near Kamakura Station, where serving fresh local seafood, crisp tempura, and authentic Japanese set meals (teishoku)

01:30 PM

Great Buddha (Kotoku-in Temple)

Greet Kamakura’s iconic outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha, standing nearly 11 meters tall and peacefully meditating under the open sky since the 13th century! You will also have the unique opportunity to step inside the hollow statue to admire its impressive craftsmanship.

02:20 PM

Hase-dera Temple

Known as the "Temple of Flowers," Hase-dera features meticulously manicured gardens, thousands of charming small Jizo statues, and a grand 11-headed Kannon statue. From the upper viewing terrace, you can enjoy sweeping views of Kamakura's coastline and the ocean breeze.

03:20 PM

Enoden Experience

Enjoy a scenic 20-minute ride on the iconic Enoden train from Hase through Kamakura’s most breathtaking coastal scenery. Be sure to keep your eyes open as you pass the famous Slam Dunk crossing—don’t miss a single moment!

04:10 PM

Enoshima Exploring

After crossing over to Enoshima, we will walk along the atmospheric approach to Enoshima Shrine, a historic holy site with centuries of heritage. We will visit the shrine and sample delicious local street snacks along the vibrant shopping street—just like pilgrims and travelers enjoyed doing back in the Edo period!

Sunset & Mt. Fuji View at Benten Bridge

Stroll along Enoshima Benten Bridge. Weather permitting, on a clear day, you will be treated to a breathtaking view of the golden sunset dipping into Sagami Bay, with the majestic silhouette of Mt. Fuji in the distance.

05:10 PM

Shonan Monorail Experience

We will walk to Shonan-Enoshima Station and hop on the Shonan Monorail—a unique suspended monorail that glides over hills and streets like a gentle roller coaster!

05:40 PM

Tour End at Ofuna Station

The tour officially concludes at around 5:30 PM upon arrival at JR Ofuna Station via the monorail. I will ride the monorail with you to Ofuna Station and happily assist you with transfers or train directions back to where you want.

Ending Point

Ofuna 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

・Guide fee

・Guide’s transportation expenses

・Admission fees for the guide at temples in Kamakura

What‘s not included

・Your Entrance fees for temples in Kamakura: approx. 1,200 JPY

・Your Food and drinks:(If the guide joins you for a meal, kindly cover the guide’s lunch or dinner as well.)

・Your transportation fee during the tour approx.900 yen per person

・Enoshima Escar (Outdoor escalator) tickets: 500 yen per person

(A convenient way to reach the top of the island comfortably without climbing many stairs.)

・ Additional attraction fees: (Optional activities or attractions added on the day of the tour at your request.)

・ Personal expenses

・The same applies to any other paid activities during the tour — if the guide joins you, please kindly cover the guide's fare or admission fee as well.

Tour Important Information

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.

* This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

*There are approximately 600 steps throughout Enoshima Island. While taking the "Escar" (outdoor escalators) on the way up will cut the number of steps in half, please be aware that the return path is entirely downhill via stairs.

Important message from the supplier

My tours mainly involve walking and using public transportation. If you'd prefer to take a taxi, I'd be happy to arrange one for you. The taxi fare would be at your own expense.

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
Kamakura Tour Guide - Yacco M.

Joined 2025

Yacco M.
5.00 / 5
(13 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Yacco M.

Hi, I’m Yacco, a friendly and passionate local guide. I was born and raised in Shizuoka and have lived in Yokohama for over 30 years. For the past several years, I’ve been guiding international visitors in Kamakura, Yokohama, and Tokyo as a volunteer, helping them discover the rich history, culture, and hidden charm of these unique cities.


Traveling abroad creates once-in-a-lifetime memories, and I would love for you to fully experience the beauty and spirit of my favorite towns.


I not only enjoy showing historical and modern landmarks, but also love introducing quiet backstreets, seasonal flowers, cozy cafés, and delicious local food that reflect the charm of everyday life. What I enjoy most is comparing Japanese traditions with my guests’ own cultures and histories—these conversations often lead to deep and inspiring exchanges.


As your guide, I’m happy to customize tours based on your interests, whether you’re seeking unique experiences, historical insights, or local flavors. Let’s walk, talk, and create unforgettable memories together!

Reviews

“Small Group/Solo Traveler Customizable Private Value”

Yacco was wonderful. Very communicative and knowledgeable. She contacted us many times before the trip to get our preferences known. We were unfortunately running late the day of the tour but she took it in stride and got us off on a wonderful adventure. She definitely does her homework and had detailed files when we met to teach us as we went, including each and every one of the items I had mentioned in our previous messages. I was quite humbled by her preparation. And her gifts. We saw so much and enjoyed every minute of it thanks to her. Unfortunately my group enjoyed the market so much that we ended up not reaching Enoshima until just as the sun set. We enjoyed the lower levels but asked her please to not lead us up to the top. We were already filled with memories, stories, mementos, and snacks. We regret nothing, except being late.

Benjamin S.

Yacco M.

Dear Ben-san, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a heartwarming review! I am truly touched by your kind words. I loved tailoring the day to your interests and seeing how much your group enjoyed visiting places that mean so much to you—it was truly a precious experience for me, too. Although the weather was lovely that afternoon, it was a bit of a shame that Mt. Fuji was hidden behind clouds. However, I was so happy when you sent me that breathtaking photo of Mt. Fuji bathed in the beautiful morning light the next day! Thank you also for the lovely gift. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide. I hope to welcome you and your family back to Japan again in the future! Warm regards, Yacco

“Memorable day in Kamakura and Enoshima”

Yacco was a pleasure to work with. She went above and beyond in preparing the perfect itinerary for my family to include things that my teen was interested in doing. She is very knowledgeable and speaks great English. When the weather didn’t look ideal, she was able to reschedule our tour for a better day and it turned out to be the perfect day. We really couldn’t have asked for more. We truly enjoyed our day in Kamakura and Enoshima with Yacco. It was the highlight of our trip. Would highly recommend Yacco.

Johanne M.

Yacco M.

Dear Johanne-san, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and heartfelt message! Looking back, even though it rained on our original date, being able to reschedule our tour turned out to be a blessing in disguise. It allowed us to make our special custom itinerary happen under perfect weather, making it a truly unforgettable memory for me as well! And thank you so much for sharing that wonderful video with me! It brought back so many happy memories and touched my heart deeply. I hope to see your lovely family again in Japan someday! Yacco

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