Kamakura is one of the most popular tourist destination from Tokyo.
Kamakura was prospered as Japan's first feudal capital (from 1185 to 1333). There are many temples, shrines and other historical places.
We visit some of the most popular places in Kamakura.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
Kotokuin temple (Great Buddha)
Hase temple
Hokokuji temple
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrine
Komachi street and Wakamiya-oji street
Ending Point
At your hotel or any places for your coveniece
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
guide fee, hotel pick-up in Tokyo 23 wards, my transportation fee to/from Kamakura
your transportation fee (about 2000 ~ 2500 yen per person), entrance fee (you and guide, most of places offer free entrance for Licensed guides in Kamakura), meal (you and guide) - at your expense
If you would like to use a private car I can arrange a car with a driver at a reasonable price. Please inquire the details.
Kamakura is very popular destination, especially in Cherry blossoms season (April), Hydrangea season (June, July) and Autumn leaves season (November). It can be so crowded in these season and weekends. We may change an itinerary or skip one spot if the traffic is very heavy.
Please bring some Japanese yen, some places don't accept a credit card.
*Please send me a message to confirm my availability BEFORE booking, thank you.
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I am Makiko. I was born in Tokyo and I've lived here my whole life. I therefore know a lot about Tokyo and the surrounding areas. Tokyo has various kinds of charms of both traditional and modern aspects. I would like to show you the best parts of our exciting city.
I am a National licensed tour guide in English. I am an open-minded, sociable and thoughtful person. I really enjoy meeting people from other countries to share our cultures. I have experience in hosting students and interacting with people from across the world.
I studied a flower arrangement course in the UK and have been teaching flower arrangement for many years. I have experience in Japanese style flower arrangement and tea ceremony. I love flowers and plants and enjoy visiting gardens. I like traveling (more than 30 countries) and watching films. I love cooking, eating and drinking. I am foodie and am qualified as a sake sommelier and a wine expert. I can introduce you Tokyo's diverse food culture.
I am flexible about destinations and can arrange the tour according to your requests. I try hard to make your stay in Japan very special and memorable. Let's explore our beautiful and unique country together.
I am very much looking forward to meeting you!
*Please send a message to confirm my availability BEFORE booking, thank you.
*I do a tour within 6 people.
Qualification:
JSA Sake Diploma International
JSA Wine Expert
SSI International Kikisake-shi (sake sommelier)
John B.
“Fantastic guide!”
We spent our third day with Makiko, we wish we had more time with her. She is a fantastic guide and goes above and beyond to make sure your day is wonderful and adventurous.
Makiko N.
Thank you very much for three wonderful reviews! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed my tours. I had a great time with both of you. Such a nice couple! Hope to see you again! Makiko
John B.
“Tokyo experience ”
We spent our second day with Makiko and it was just as amazing as the first. Makiko seems to know every part of Tokyo, we visited several beautiful parks and the National Museum. She also took us to a department store which is an incredible thing to see!
Makiko N.
Thank you very much for another wonderful review! You are very kind. Please come back in a different season. Hope to see you again! Makiko
John B.
“A day with Makiko”
We had a great day with Makiko in Tokyo, she is very knowledgeable and fun. We are looking forward to spending 2 more days with her!
Makiko N.
Thank you very much for a wonderful review! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed my tour. I had a lovely time with both of you. Hope you had a great time for the rest of your stay in Japan. Makiko
$572/ per group