Soul-Exploring Trip of Hase Temple, the Great Buddha in Kamakura
Joined 2017
Through copying sutra in Hasedera Temple, you get the serenity of mind and feel ready to explore the secret world of Buddhism. In the adjacent cave stand the statues of gods, each with the mission of having human desires achieved. At the top of a hill, Hase Kannon looks down mercifully upon you. Then, seven minutes' walk takes you to the imposing Great Buddha of Kamakura.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
In front of the West Exit of JR Kamakura Station
- Inside the JR Kamakura Station
Hasedera Temple
You can try sutra copying if you want to.
Lunch
Restaurant near Hase Temple
The Great Buddha of Kamakura
Komachi-dori Street
Shopping and Tasting snacks and sweets
JR Kamakura Station
End of the tour
Ending Point
JR Kamakura Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guiding fee
guide's transportation fee ￥1,680, tourist's meal, tourist's drink,
guide's meal (should be paid by the guide), tourist's entrance fee per person ￥700 (￥920, if Hase Temple museum ￥200 and inside Great Buddha ￥20 added), tourist's sutra copying fee ￥1,200
Tour Important Information
For sutra copying, brushes, inks, and other things necessary for the activity are provided by the temple (not given) when you pay the fee. When copying, you can sit on a chair. Paying respect for Buddhas, you must be quiet in the hall. Photo‐taking is not allowed here. The sheet of paper in which you copy sutra is to be handled carefully with respect because it is considered to be a sacred thing.
If it rains a little, the tour is still to be carried out.
Important message from the supplier
1. The fee doesn't include the tourists' transportation fees.
2. The fee doesn't include the tourists' meals or beverages.
3. The fee doesn't include admission charges for visiting places or charges for hands-on activities.
4. Tourists pay the guide's transportation fees.
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 2017
About Tour Guide Takao M.
Hi, I'm Takao. I like walking with my friends in the mountains, along rivers and beaches, and visiting historical places and museums. Usually, after enjoying these places, we take a dip in hot springs and drink beer.
As a guide, however, I'll take up places easy to walk around. I assume not many people from abroad are prepared for sweating activities.
If you like, though, I can modify my plan, connecting with a short hiking, hot bath and a drinking place.
Reviews
Frances H.
“Good tour experience”
I have a good experience with the public transport tour with Takao. Takao provided valuable guidance especially for a first timer like me. I saw much of Hakone through the public transportation. I highly recommend Takao should you want such experience. Thank you Takao san, very much appreciate your great tour.
Takao M.
Dear Frances and Daria, Thank you so much for your kind cooperation and such a generous review of my guiding. I’m truly grateful for the wonderful opportunity to share and appreciate the beauty of Hakone, its delicious cuisine, and the joy of our friendly conversations. My wife placed your gift of sweets on our family’s Buddhist altar and offered thanks for your kindness as well. Wishing you a safe and pleasant journey ahead. With warmest regards, Takao Mizushima
Owen I.
“Great Tour of Hakone”
Excellent tour of Hakone! Would 100% recommend if you’re thinking about going on a tour of Hakone.
Takao M.
Dear Owen and Sarah. Your constant smiles moved me although it rained everywhere we went and nothing was visible from the ship, ropeway nor cable car. The Hakone Shrine deity surely thanked you for visiting in the rain. Have a nice trip! Best regards, Takao Mizushima
Paola M.
“Poor English, not resourceful ”
The company itself or some AI must be the one that replied to my massages since Takao, even though a sweet gentleman, can barely speak English and is not resourceful or informed about the area.
Takao M.
Sorry, Paola. We lost about 90 minutes yesterday because the strong wind forced the ropeway to stop, and we had to return to our starting point. I chose that route because: 1. I wanted you to experience a cable car ride. 2. I wanted to minimize the use of buses that don’t accept the Hakone Freepass. The bus ride from the cable car terminal to the highest point of Owakudani Valley is the shortest option. 3. The only buses that reach the volcanic valley when the ropeway is stopped are the ones that don’t accept the pass. 4. There were so many people in line ahead of us that I couldn’t predict how many buses we’d have to wait for. 5. We called all the taxi companies, but none were available due to high demand. Despite this setback, we still managed to experience three out of the four attractions you considered a “must”—the ropeway, pirate ship, cable car, and open-air museum. Mt. Fuji wasn’t visible, and the ropeway was stopped, so we missed out on the great view from it. Unfortunately, that meant we lost two of the main highlights of the tour, and I didn’t have many opportunities to explain the scenery. Still, I did my best to make the tour worthwhile by sharing whatever thoughts came to mind. I truly enjoyed our conversations! I use AI to refine my written English, but I don’t rely on it for speaking. Improving my English is something I truly care about. I sincerely appreciate your understanding. Thank you. Best regards, Takao
$87/ per group
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