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Historic Kamakura Day Trip

The Great Buddah of Kotokuin

The Bamboo Grove of Hokokuji Temple

Japanese Garden of Hokokukji

Macha Cafe at Hokokuji Temple

Long Stone Steps at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

Sacred Bridge of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

Sake Barrels of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

Entrance to Komachi Street

A shop selling Japanese goods on Komachi Street

A shop selling Japanese pottery on Komachi Street

Entrance of Hasedera Temple

Plumb Blossoms at Hasedera Temple

Jizo statues at Hase-dera Temple

The grounds of Kotokuin Temple

Giant straw sandals at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrin

Shichirigahama with views of Enoshima

Shichirigahama with views of the Miura Pen.

Enoden, running along the coastal railway

Historic Kamakura Day Trip

Day Trip

Joined 2024

Keiko T.

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(53 reviews)

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Tokyo

English, Japanese (Native)

10 hours

Private tour (only you and Keiko T.)

Up to 10 people

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!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

09:00 AM

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.

10:10 AM

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.

11:10 AM

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.

11:40 AM

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.

12:30 PM

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.

02:40 PM

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.

03:30 PM

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.

04:40 PM

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

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide fee and hotel pick-up within 23 wards in Tokyo

What‘s not included

Transportation fee (for you and your guide)

Food and drink (for you and your guide)

Entrance/ Admission Fee (for you and your guide)

<Costs>

*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

Joined 2024

Keiko T.

4.96 / 5

(53 reviews)

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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.

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Gwen R.

5 / 5

Oct 2, 2026

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