KAMAKURA! What a perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Famous for Zen Buddhism and known as the first de facto capital established by the samurai, this town offers a splendid opportunity to enjoy a rustic yet solemn atmosphere.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in the central Tokyo area,.
** Following is the most popular route
Enkakuji temple
Kotokuin temple
Hasedera temple
Lunch
Hokokuji temple
Tsurugaoka Hachimanngu
Komachi shopping street
Ending Point
At your hotel in the central Tokyo area, or at JR Kamakura station.
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee.
(1) Transportation cost for you and the guide.
For your guidance transportation fee from Tokyo to Kamakura would be roughly 1,200 yen per person for one way.
Transportation fee (train) in Kamakura area would be roughly between 500 yen and 1000 yen per person (depend on where we go)
(2) Taxi charge would be at your account.
(3) Entrance fee for you and the guide. It would be roughly from 200 yen to 500 yen for each. Tsurugaoka-Hachimangu would be fee.
(4) Lunch for you and the guide.
(4) Meeting you at and escorting you to your hotel in central Tokyo is no charge. However in rare case extra charge can be applied depend on the accessibility. .
Shoes : Please bring your best shoes suitable for walking.
We may walk a lot so wear flat shoes .
Please note there are few area even in Tokyo where I have difficulty to get to your place.
KON-NICHI-WA (Hello)! I’m Mitsuru (Mark)
I was born in Hokkaido, the northern part of Japan. When I was five, my family moved to Seattle, USA. That’s when my classroom teacher gave me the name “Mark,” and I also began learning English — though it was children’s English then.
After I returned to Japan at the age of eleven, I faced many challenges adjusting to a new environment. It was tough and it continued till maybe recently, but absolutely it helped me notice the differences and similarities between the two countries. These experiences have truly become the backbone of my career as a tour guide.
My favorite subject is Japanese history, especially Shintoism, Buddhism, and samurai culture. Since I also studied architecture at university, I enjoy introducing visitors to Japan’s unique buildings and structures.
Above all, what I love most is making your trip enjoyable. I want you to feel relaxed, safe, and secure throughout your journey.
I hope to see you someday soon.
Thank you very much.
Harnek K.
“Tokyo Private Guide Tour”
Very Helpful, Showed us the main areas as well as the rural areas that show the amazing beauty of Japan.
Mitsuru(mark) S.
Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a pleasure spending time with you—hope to see you again in Japan! By the way, did you go to Kamakura the other day and have a nice time?
James R.
“A wonderful day in Tokyo with Mark!”
Mark was a fantastic guide for our day in Tokyo. He took the time to understand our interests and tailored the tour accordingly. His deep knowledge of Japanese history, combined with personal stories and local insights, brought the city to life. We had a truly memorable day and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Tokyo.
Mitsuru(mark) S.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was truly a pleasure to be your guide, and I had a wonderful time exploring the city with you. I hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Japan.
Dan C.
“Day trip around Tokyo”
Mark was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Any requests we had were easily met.
Mitsuru(mark) S.
Thank you very much for your kind review. It was truly a pleasure to be your tour guide. I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour, and I hope you had a wonderful time during the rest of your stay in Japan as well.
$303/ per group