Historic Kamakura Day Trip
Escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and step back in time to Kamakura, a historic coastal town known as the birthplace of the samurai government. On this one-day tour, you will explore majestic temples, serene shrines, and the iconic Great Buddha. Stroll through beautiful bamboo groves, taste local specialties, and enjoy the peaceful seaside atmosphere.
Kamakura is often called the “Kyoto of Eastern Japan” and offers a perfect balance of history, culture, and nature.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Travel from your hotel to Kamakura
Take a JR train at Tokyo Station to Kamakura, a historic town that was the first capital of the samurai government, the Kamakura Shogunate. Along with Nara, Kyoto, and several other cities, its historical landscape is legally protected.
Hokokuji Temple
Hokokuji is a Zen temple in Kamakura, famous for its beautiful bamboo grove behind the main hall. Visitors can walk through the serene grove and enjoy matcha tea in a traditional tea house.
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is the most important Shinto shrine in Kamakura, founded in the 12th century by Minamoto no Yoritomo, the first shogun of Japan. It is dedicated to Hachiman, the god of warriors, and is famous for its long approach, grand stairway, and seasonal festivals.
Komachi Street
Komachi Street is a lively shopping street in Kamakura, lined with souvenir shops, cafes, and restaurants. It is a popular spot to stroll, enjoy local snacks, and buy traditional crafts.
Hasedera Temple
Hasedera is a Buddhist temple in Kamakura, famous for its 11-faced statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, one of the largest wooden statues in Japan. The temple is also known for its beautiful seasonal flowers, a scenic garden, and a terrace with a wide view of Kamakura and the sea.
*Have lunch at a hilltop restaurant.
Kotokuin Temple
Kōtoku-in is a Buddhist temple, famous for housing the Great Buddha — a monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amitābha Buddha, originally cast around 1252 during the Kamakura period. The Great Buddha of Kamakura, along with the Great Buddha of Nara, is considered one of the two most famous giant Buddha statues in Japan.
Shichirigahama Beach
Shichirigahama Beach is a scenic seaside area along the Shonan coast in Kamakura. It is famous for its beautiful ocean views, especially sunsets, with Enoshima Island and Mt. Fuji visible on clear days. The beach is also popular for surfing and relaxing walks.
Travel back to Tokyo from Kamakura
We will take the JR train from Kamakura Station at 16:50 to return to Tokyo. The ride takes about one hour, though the exact time may vary depending on where you are staying in Tokyo.
Ending Point
At your hotel or any place of your choice
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee and hotel pick-up within 23 wards in Tokyo
Transportation fee (for you and your guide)
Food and drink (for you and your guide)
Entrance/ Admission Fee (for you and your guide)
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*The transportation fare from your hotel to Kamakura varies depending on your hotel’s location. For your reference, if you depart from Tokyo Station and return to Tokyo Station, the round-trip fare is 945 yen × 2 = 1,890 yen per person.
*Transportation fare for getting around inside Kamakura (local bus and enoden train) is 1,120 yen per person.
*To avoid crowded trains during rush hour to travel between the Tokyo area to Kamakura, you can reserve a seat for an additional fee. The fee varies depending on the station where you board the JR train. For your reference, if you depart from Tokyo Station, you can reserve a seat for the one-hour ride to Kamakura Station for 1,000 yen per person. The fee for reserving a seat on the return trip from Kamakura to Tokyo Station is also 1,000 yen per person.
*The entrance fee to Hokokuji Temple is 400 yen per person (1,000 yen per person if you wish to have macha tea at the cafe), to Hasedera Temple is 400 yen per person, and to Kotokuin Temple is 300 yen per person.
*The cost of lunch is usually less than 2,000 yen per person, but it may be more depending on your choice.
Tour Important Information
*Pick-up service will not be provided for those staying outside Tokyo, including Yokohama.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you in Lake Kawaguchi, Hakone, Kamakura, and Nikko 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
About Tour Guide Keiko T.
Hello. I am Keiko, a nationally licensed tour guide for English-speaking tourists. I love traveling to new places, experiencing different cultures, and meeting new people. When I was young, I embarked on a long journey to explore more about my life. I settled in a small town in Illinois, USA, enjoying a new life while studying at the state university, and then moved to Florida to work for a while.
After coming back to Japan, I have been working in downtown Tokyo since 2008, mainly as a translator and sometimes as an interpreter in various fields, including central government offices, TV stations, and a university. Seeing the increased opportunities around the Tokyo Olympics 2020, I transitioned into the tourism industry and am currently working as a tour guide, basically giving day tours of downtown Tokyo, Fuji & Hakone, Kamakura and Nikko.
I love meeting people from different backgrounds, talking with them, and learning new things. That's why I enjoy hosting guests from abroad who want to explore Japan. Many local people helped me during my journey, and now it's time for me to give back. Come and meet me here; I will show you around amazing places in Japan.
Reviews
Josh S.
“The Art Museum is a hit”
Hi, it's Josh. Thank you for the outing. It's a very nice time. Maybe next year I will go again Take care
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Keiko T.
Josh, I hope you are doing well. Thank you for letting me know that you enjoyed the tour with me. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't on our side, but I hope you'll have the chance to see a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji when you visit again next time.
Fred F.
“Exceptional overview of Tokyo sights and Japanese cultural experiences with Keiko-San!”
We cannot say enough to properly share our exceptional visit in Tokyo with the guidance and knowledge of our wonderful guide, Keiko-San! We did not just visit all the key sights across Tokyo, but also spent a second day visiting Kamakura at Keiko’s recommendation. The complete experience was more than we could have hoped for. The best part was that Keiko-San provided a local’s Japanese knowledge of the country, and provided a historical education which truly added a complete picture for us as first time visitors to Tokyo and Japan. The very best part for us was that in Keiko-San we had a new local friend who took personal interest in sharing her country and her knowledge with us! This very much helped set the stage for our next several weeks of travel in many other locations as we traveled throughout Japan. She provided a rich background of understanding that we would draw on for several weeks to come throughout Japan. If local knowledge of the historical sights, understanding of the culture, good exposure to food choices and selection of restaurants are important, and effective use of local transportation will make your trip most effective, we can truly recommend Keiko-San can provide exceptional guidance! We were fortunate that we booked her for two full days to begin our Japan travels, and we highly recommend her.
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Keiko T.
Fred, thank you so much for your kind review. The time I spent with you and your wife still remains deep in my heart, and I sometimes recall the wonderful moments we shared at each spot. You are such a wonderful couple, and I learned so much from you both. I’m truly glad to hear that you enjoyed our time together and that I could be a part of your memorable journey in Japan. I hope you and your wife will have many more wonderful adventures together, and I would be delighted to see you again someday, whether in Japan or somewhere else in the world.
Maureen A.
“A lovely day with Keiko”
Keiko was an excellent guide, adjusted the intinary to meet our interests and was very knowledgeable about all the areas we visited and a lot more besides. We had a great day, ate some great food at We Are The Farm and walked for miles. We learnt how to navigate the trains and saw a huge amount in one day. You are in very safe hands with Keiko who will personalise your tour to meet your interests. Very highly recommended.
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Keiko T.
Maureen and Pete, thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed our day together. It was a pleasure to tailor the itinerary to your interests, and I’m glad you got to experience so much of Tokyo — from discovering its food scene to mastering the train system. I hope the skills you picked up will make the rest of your stay in Japan even more enjoyable. It was wonderful showing you around, and I wish you many more memorable experiences on your travels!
$238/ per group
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