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Kamakura highlights hotel pickup

The big Buddha in Kamakura has been sitting for over 700 years! The statue itself is much older than that in Nara.

Kanagawa Private Tour - Good match saints in Hasedera temple. There are three series of saints in the sight of the temple. If you find all of the three, you will be happy, they say.

Good match saints in Hasedera temple. There are three series of saints in the sight of the temple. If you find all of the three, you will be happy, they say.

Meigetsuin temple

In Hasedera temple, you can enjoy seasonal flowers and sea views.

Photogenic Japanese sweets

Hokokuji temple is well known as a bamboo temple. You can enjoy a bamboo garden in a quiet atmosphere unlike the one in Kyoto.

Kamakura highlights hotel pickup

Day Trip

Joined 2017

Rieko T.

4.90 / 5

(41 reviews)

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Kanagawa

English, Japanese (Native)

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Rieko T.)

Up to 6 people

Are you interested in Zen Buddhism? Kamakura is the best place to go. There are many Zen Buddhist temples and you can enjoy maccha green tea in the temple's site or Zen vegetarian meal in a specified restaurant. The big Buddha is waiting for you sitting cross legged and putting both feet on his thighs. In the Komachi Dori shopping street, there are a lot of small shops full of attractive goods.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Tokyo

Hasedera Temple: Well known as a temple with flowers and sea view, which has many attractions such as a largest statue of Boddhisatva.

Big Buddha: The second largest statue of Buddha in Japan with 11m high. You can enter the inside of the Buddha.

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine: The largest Shinto shrine in Kamakura. From the worship hall, you can enjoy views of Kamakura.

Hokokuji temple: Beautiful temple known as bamboo temple

Komachi Dori shopping street

Ending Point

At your hotel in Tokyo or nearby station of the hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guiding fee

What‘s not included

Transportation fee (you and guide), lunch, dinner, drink, entrance fees

Tour Important Information

The price includes only the guiding fee. The tour ends at your hotel or nearby station of the hotel. If you do not need me to drop you off the hotel, please consider 7-hour tour. Transportation fee and admission fees are required. Please contact me for more details.

If you'd like a car chartered, please check the PRIVATE CARS TOUR yourself.

I can make arrangement only if you agree to pay locally.

If you stay at a hotel in Yokohama, please contact me before chartering a car yourself.

Important message from the supplier

The price includes only the guiding fee. Transportation fee and admission fees for you and the guide are required. Please contact me for more details.

If you have difficulties in walking or climbing stairs, have food restrictions, or any allergies, please let me know beforehand.

If you'd like a car chartered, please check the PRIVATE CARS TOUR yourself.

I will make arrangement only if you agree to pay locally.

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

Rieko T.

4.90 / 5

(41 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Rieko T.

Hi, I am Rieko, you can call me Ricky. I am a National licensed English speaking tour guide.

I was born in Yokohama, the neighboring city of Tokyo, and have lived there for a long time. So, I know a lot about Tokyo and the surrounding cities, such as Yokohama, Kamakura, Hakone, and Nikko.

My favorite things to do are traveling and talking with people. I have traveled more than 30 countries in the world and talked with a lot of people worldwide. And it is fun to host people from all over the world.

Cooking and eating are also one of my favorite things to do. Japan has a unique and a great food culture, and it is a great pleasure if I can introduce you various kinds of food you have never eaten before, and help you enjoy your stay in Japan.

I have a lot of recommended destinations, yet flexible about them. I can make your own plan according to your requests. Let's enjoy a tour in Japan with me!

I am really looking forward to meeting you!

See you soon.

Reviews

Anne B.

5 / 5

Jan 9, 2026

Asakusa Back Street Tour

Jan 9, 2026

Tokyo

3 hours

“Asakusa Tour”

The tour with Rieko was truly like being taken around the area by a friend. Her knowledge of the area and awesome food and drink spots were spot on. She didn’t hesitate to answer all our questions about customs and traditions of Japan and its beautiful people. The lessons about the temple in Asakusa was very interesting. Thank you Rieko, we will be back to your beautiful country. Anne, Chris & Christine

Rieko T.

Hello Anne san, Chris san, and Christine, Thank you very much for your great review! I also had a nice time with you and your family. You are all friendly, kind, and it meant a lot to me that you listened so attentively. I look forward to seeing you again in Japan and catching up each other. Thank you again. Rieko

Michael G.

5 / 5

Sep 9, 2025

Eight-hour Tour-Highlights in Tokyo

Sep 9, 2025

Tokyo

8 hours

“6 stars for Rieko”

Just finished a wonderful tour of Tokyo with Rieko. On a very hot day nothing was any trouble. I altered some of the planned itinerary at the last minute. Not a problem. So very friendly, helpful, respectful and knowledgeable. Even going as far as offering me her own personal cooling fan on a sweltering hot day. Saw lots of the city's sights, had excellent food, plenty of water and toilet breaks. Had a fabulous day with a wonderful lady. Michael

Rieko T.

Dear Machael and Ali, Thank you very much for your warm words. You were also very friendly, and I truly enjoyed spending time with you. Although it was an extremely hot day, we managed to visit many places and had so many good conversations that the day passed in no time. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to join you in Yokohama, but I highly recommend visiting Sankeien Garden. It is a truly beautiful garden. Its founder, Sankei Hara, is considered a great benefactor of Yokohama and is also known for preserving Japan’s traditional art. You can learn more about him at the museum inside the garden. I hope you will also enjoy a wonderful cruise. Have a safe travel. Rieko

Suzette H.

4 / 5

Mar 16, 2024

Night Food Tour in Ginza

Mar 16, 2024

Tokyo

3 hours

“Quick tour of two restaurants”

We had a very nice time with Rieko on our first night in Tokyo. She took us to an izakaya and a okonomiyaki restaurant. We enjoyed our time together.

Rieko T.

Hello Suzette san Thank you for your review. I am very happy that you enjoyed my tour very much. Rieko