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Exploration of ancient samurai's capital Kamakura
Kamakura is a traditional seaside city that is just one-hour's train ride from Tokyo. There are many attractions, such as historical temple, shrine, beautiful Japanese garden, a lot of unique foods, wonderful handcrafts. This town has prospered as a capital of first militaristic government. There are many Zen-Temples, where you can experience Zen- meditation and eat Zen vegetarian foods. In Komach Street, there are many unique shops and restaurants they will definitely satisfy you.
Meeting Point
At your Hotel
Tokyo Station
Move to Kamakura from Tokyo Station by JR Yokosuka-sen. One hour train ride.
Kamakura Station ⇒ Tsurugaoka Hachiman－gu Shrine
Tsurugaoka Hachiman－gu Shrine is famous for being the guardian shrine of Japan's first military government, which was established in the late 12th century. Then Hachiman became worshipped by warriors as deity of the military.
Komachi Street
There are a lot of shops selling beautiful handcraft Kamakura- bori , and other souvenirs, and also restaurants serving original foods like Japanese green tea cakes, and pancake which John Lennon and Yoko Ono loved to eat.
Koutokuin Temple
There is the great Buddha statue with the height of 11.3 meters made of bronze, and one of famous statue in east Japan.
Hasedera Temple
The main image, Hase Kannon is 9.2 meters tall and has eleven heads in addition to its main one, signifying that the deity listens to the wishes of all types of people.
Kamakura Station
After shopping souvenirs, go back to Tokyo from Kamakura Station. Estimated arrival time in Tokyo will be around 16:30.
Ending Point
Upon on your request
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, hotel pick up, transportation fee of guide.
Tranportation fee of guests, lunch, entrance fee.
Tour Important Information
Transportation expenses and admission fee are not included in this tour price, so please add expenses on your budget listed below.
1. Tokyo Station ⇔ Kamakura Station : 940yen/one way, 1,880yen/round-trip fare per one person. (Approx.$15/one person)
2. Admission fee : 1,000yen ～1,200yen per one person. (Approx.$10/ one person)
We will take at least 10,000 steps on this tour.
Important message from the guide
I can guide you in Kyoto ,Osaka,Nara,Kobe, if you pay my transportation fee.
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
