Kamakura Joyful 8 hour-tour from Tokyo
Joined 2018
Starting from your hotel at 9:00 we will in 1 hour time arrive at Kamakura where there are historical temples, shrines and a great Buddha statue surrounded by evergreen hills and a long crescent sand beach. From Enoshima Island on the shore you may probably see Mt. Fuji. As the seaside town Kamakura is famous for its fresh seafood cuisines.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or the railway station nearby
- At your hotel or the railway station nearby
Temples (Kamakura Five Temples (Zen Buddhism) built in the middle of 13th Century are famous for their ascetic practices even today))
Tsurugaoka Shrine, where the last Minamoto Shogun was killed like a Shakespeare's tragedy, and Zeniarai Benten are famous
Though slightly smaller than Todai-ji's in Nara, Hase Great Buddha is the symbol of Kamakura with adjacent Hase Temple.
Enoshima Island (You can visit it by nostalgic Enoshima Electric Railway running along the sea side. There is a observatory tower. )
Ending Point
At your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, hotel pick-up in 23 wards area of Tokyo, etc... ,
Transportation fees (you and guide), lunch, dinner, entrance fees, etc... ,
Tour Important Information
Since every road in Kamakura is very crowded throughout a year, a tour using a van or a coach is not so convenient.
Important message from the supplier
I am able to guide you almost every day except every 3rd Wed of the month on which I attend Haiku gathering. I will reply to you within 24 hrs with rough itinerary for your tour.
Transportation fee and lunch of you and a guide will be paid by the client.
- If you pay extra service charge for 10,000 yen, I can also guide you to Kyoto, Nara, Osaka and/or Shiga.
- If you want me to meet up at Narita Airport, it costs 6,000 yen. Hotel meetup inside Tokyo 23 wards is free. Outside of the area costs extra.
- If you book me before sending an inquiry, please note you may be requested to pay extra guide fee for hotel meetup (about 2,000 JPY) depending on the location.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Yasuro C.
Hello, my name is Yasuro (Mr). I was born and brought up in Kansai, graduated from a univ in Kobe city, after moved into Kanto, 30 years in Tokyo, 2.5 years in Nagoya city, 7.5 years abroad (KL & S'pore) as a rep of a construction company and I got the National Guide Certificate in 2011. My hobbies are making Haiku poems, singing various songs (voice-training for 18 years), playing the folk-guitar, trekking in mountains like Takao and Okutama in the West of Tokyo, visiting museums like in Ueno Park and travelling around Japan to make Haiku poems.
Thank you for your attention.
Reviews
Judith G.
“An Unforgettable Experience with Yasuro-San – The Best Guide in Tokyo!”
Our day in Tokyo with Yasuro-San was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we met him, it was clear we were in expert hands. Yasuro-San was not only incredibly knowledgeable about Tokyo’s history, culture, and hidden gems, but he was also one of the kindest, most pleasant people we’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. He went above and beyond to make our experience unforgettable. As we prepared to travel from Tokyo to Katsurra for the next leg of our journey, Yasuro San didn’t just give us advice—he personally purchased our train tickets, guided us through Tokyo Station, and made sure we knew exactly what to do the next day. His thoughtfulness and attention to detail completely exceeded our expectations. I can’t say enough about his professionalism, warmth, and dedication. Thanks to him, our day in Tokyo was seamless, enriching, and truly special. If you have the opportunity to tour with Yasuro San—take it! It will be one of the highlights of your trip.
Yasuro C.
Dear Judith Gacita, Thank you very much for your generous review for me. As your journey for the tournament of martial art in Japan has just started, please take care of your selves. Thank you again. Best regards, Yasuro
Mona F.
“Lovely intro to Tokyo ”
We spent several hours covering lots of ground with our guide and enjoyed it all. Navigating the many subway stations and routes was simple with him. We saw loads of places and enjoyed it thoroughly. He has a good command of English and explained things well. He has a good sense of humour and showed much respect to the day, the temples us and all whom we interacted with. He was patient and always obliging. Thanks.
Yasuro C.
Dear Mr & Mrs Mona Forbes, Thank you very much for your generous review and the nice picture for me. I am glad if you really enjoyed the tour in Tokyo. As your journey is still going, please take care of your selves. Thank you again. Best regards, Yasuro
Warren C.
“Awesome beginning to our first trip to Tokyo Japan. ”
Yasuro was awesome he met us at the airport he was on time. Communicated with us consistently and then helped us navigate the train system, how to get a suica card. Helped to get some yen cash out and get us off to a great start. He helped us find our hotel which was not easy to find but he was very persistent.
Yasuro C.
Dear Mr Warren and Mrs Tracy Cook, Thank you very much for your generous review for me though I made a serious mistake in leading you to the hotel in Shinjuku. I do hope you really enjoyed holiday in Tokyo. Thank you and see you again. Best regards, Yasuro
$252/ per group
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