Meeting Point

At your hotel in Kamakura

Ryokan or hotel in Kamakura

I will meet you at your staying hotel.

Hachiman-gu Shrine

The original shrine was moved to the current location and rebuilt by Minamoto Yoritomo. Yoritomo was the founder of the Kamakura Shogunate (1185-1333).

The grave of Minamoto Yoritomo

The Kamakura Shogunate and his residence were originally situated at the foot of the hill in Okura. He was buried in a private hall called Jibutsudo, which was later called Hokedo.

Egara Tenjin Shrine

Brilliant red shrine contrasts with the mountain greenery. Yoritomo, the first samurai shogun designated this shrine as a tutelar shrine for the protection of the northeast direction.

Sugimoto-dera Temple

Walking up a flight of steps, you see the thatched hall in the serene precinct, which recalls ancient times. The temple was founded in the 8th century before the Kamakura Shogunate and is the oldest in Kamakura.

Hokoku-ji Temple

The beautiful front yard welcomes you! Try to listen to the sound of a breeze blowing among the bamboo leaves. The beautiful courtyard and the artificial tomb cave are good subjects for a camera.

Jyomyo-ji temple

Jyomyo-ji is ranked 5th among Kamakura's 5 Great Zen Temples. The beautiful copper-roofed main hall comes into your sight. It's a great experience to have 'Maccha', powdered green tea (700-1,100 yen), while sitting on the tatami mat floor and admiring the dry rock garden in front of you.

Japanese restaurant

Enjoy the Japanese food.

Great Buddha

The Great Buddha tops the list of tourist attractions in Kamakaura. He has been sitting outside for about 600 years. He was recently restored. He has a good shape of a nose, exotic face, realistic posture and wears a loose garment. Now he looks cool right after his face lift.

Hase-dera Temple

Hase-dera Temple is famous for the 9-meter-tall statue. The eleven-faced Kannon Bodhisattva has been worshipped as Goddess of Compassion. In the precinct you'll enjoy the beautiful garden and the magnificent view from the lookout platform.

Hongaku-ji temple

This temple stands on the site of Ebisudo Hall which was built by Yoritomo. Buddhist priest Nichiren stayed here before travelling to Mt. Minobu.

Myohon-ji temple

The Hiki clan served Yoritomo but was crushed by Reagent Hojo Tokimasa. A survivor, Hiki Yoshimoto offered his mansion to priest Nichiren and today a temple stands on the site.

Hotel or Kamakura station

The tour ends at the either place.

Ending Point

At your hotel or Kamakura station