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True Kamakura Private Tour enjoying 5 popular spots

Day Trip

Kamakura

English, Japanese (Native)

9 hours

Private tour (only you and your group)

Up to 5 people

Kamakura is a cozy seaside town with many historical sites and it's just one hour train-ride from Tokyo. It is an important city in the Japanese history because the first samurai warrior's government was established here in the 12th century and had been the political center for about 140 years. In this tour, we'll visit four popular religious sites, each with its own unque attractions.

Toru K.

4.89 / 5

(19 reviews)

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

at your hotel in Tokyo. If your accommodation is far away from a station or located in a place difficult to find, the meeting place might be changed to the nearest station to your accommodation or the other appropriate spot.

09:00 AM

Hotel

meet at the lobby of your hotel.

09:30 AM

a station near your hotel

take a train to Kamakura, an hour train-ride from Tokyo. After getting to Kamakura, we take a local train to Hase.

11:00 AM

Hase Temple

The temple is famous for its large gilded statue of Kannon-Bosatsu and beautifully maintained garden with seasonal flowers.

12:00 PM

Great Buddha in Kotokuin Temple

Built in the mid-13th century, this is the second largest statue in Japan with 12 meters tall and 121 tons in weight. After visiting the temple, we stop by a beach where people enjoy surfing and yachting.

01:00 PM

Lunch at local restaurants

Kamakura is near the sea and agricultural area. You can enjoy fresh vegetables and seafood at local restaurants for lunch.

02:30 PM

Hokokuji Temple

It's a Zen Buddhism temple and very popular with its beautiful bamboo grove. Zen Buddhism was introduced in Japan in the 13th century and had flourished here in Kamakura.

03:00 PM

Tea ceremony in Jomyoji Temple (option)

This is also a Zen Buddhism temple and has a traditional tea house in the ground. You can experience Matcha tea ceremony with casual style, if you'd like to. We need to make a reservation in advance in that case.

04:00 PM

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

It was originally built in the late 12th century by Minamoto Yoritomo, the first shogun of Kamakura feudal government. Located in the center of the city, it's been a symbol of the area since then.

04:30 PM

Komachi-dori Street

It's a popular shopping street for souvenirs and foods on the way to the station from the shrine.

05:00 PM

Kamakura Station

take a train and go back to Tokyo.

06:00 PM

Hotel

drop-off at your hotel

Ending Point

at your hotel in Tokyo. If your accommodation is far away from a station or located in a place difficult to find, the break-up place might be changed to the nearest station to your accommodation or the other appropriate spot.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pickup and drop-off

What‘s not included

transportation fee for you and guide (about 3,000 yen per adult), admissions for you (1,100 yen per adult), charge of Matcha tea ceremony for you (about 1,100 yen per adult), lunch for you and guide (about 2,000 yen per adult).

Tour Important Information

1. Charges during the tour: Transportation fee is about 3,000 yen (about $21) per adult, including JR train, Enoden local train and bus in Kamakura. Admissions are 1,000 yen (about $7) per adult. Lunch fee is about 3,000 yen (about $21) per adult. (rate: 142 yen/$)

2.This is a tour enjoying walking around the sightseeing spots like locals. You are recommended to wear shoes suitable for walking. We usually don't use a tourist taxi.

3.If you have any food restrictions such as vegetarians, gluten free, please let me know in advance.

4.The tour is not covered with any travel insurances. I'd recommend that you buy your own travel insurance in case of any unexpected accidents, losses, or breaking other's properties. Of course, I'll do my best to keep you away from such risks.

5. Your request of the tour is accepted 4 days before the tour.

Important message from the guide

Direct bookings are not accepted. Please be sure to contact me in advance of your desired tour date.

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

Kamakura Tour Reviews

Kelly Z.

5 / 5

Apr 8, 2024

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Apr 8, 2024

“Lovely day in Hakone! ”

Toru was a great guide. The tour to Hakone was a lovely day out. We very much enjoyed the sites. He was also very helpful with giving us travel advice and sending our luggage to our next destination. Thank you!

Toru K.

(19 reviews)

Thank you very much for your review and high rating of Hakone Tour. I'm also glad to be able to tour with you. I'm sure you're enjoying the cherry blossoms in full bloom in Kyoto by now. I hope you continue to enjoy your journey and return home with happy memories of your time in Japan.

Spencer S.

5 / 5

Dec 10, 2023

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Dec 10, 2023

“A truly wonderful guide”

Toru-san is an extra special guide, and the Hake Private Tour is extra special. Toru-san has the best English skills of any of the six guides we had in Japan. He is clearly also a high quality person - charming, warm, and kind. The Hakone Open-Air Museum is a world-class outdoor sculpture museum that also has an entire building full of Picasso art. And the Hakone / Lake Ashi area is beautiful. We highly recommend this day trip from Tokyo with this special guide.

Toru K.

(19 reviews)

Hi Jenifer and Spencer, thank you very much for your warm comment and high rating on the tour. It's a great horor and encouragement to me. I was so happy to share a pleasant time with you. Unfortunately, we couldn't take a cruise on Lake Ashi due to strong winds, but we were lucky to be able to see Red Fuji colored by the setting sun. I'm looking forward to seeing you again in the season of cherry blossoms in Japan in the near future.

Kathy N.

5 / 5

Oct 24, 2023

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Oct 24, 2023

“Well structured, thorough and informative”

Lovely day trip from Tokyo with Toru. His tour was interesting, covered much ground/topics and he went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable day and experience.

Toru K.

(19 reviews)

Hello Kathy and Greg, thank you very much for your warm comment and high rating on the tour. I'm very hornored to receive it. I was so happy to share a pleasant time with you and your family. I'm looking forward to seeing you again in another season in Japan. Please give my best wishes to your healthy mother and your lovely children.