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Historic Kamakura Day Trip
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Joined 2024
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 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.
To avoid crowded trains during rush hour, you can reserve a seat for an additional fee. The fee varies depending on the station where you board the JR train. If you depart from Tokyo Station, you can reserve a seat for the one-hour ride to Kamakura Station for 1,000 yen.
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 15:43 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
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)
<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.
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
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
Richard E.
“Bullet Train”
Another fantastic day with Keiko, she really is a great guide, always making sure we are well looked after. Would thoroughly recommend her !!!!
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Keiko T.
Richard and Claire, thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to serve as your guide. I truly enjoyed showing you around. You are very kind, generous, and a pleasure to work with. I hope you continue to enjoy the rest of your trip, and I look forward to seeing you again someday, somewhere.
Richard E.
“Day tour of Tokyo”
Excellent guide, very informative and a pleasure to be with
Keiko T.
Thank you. I enjoyed being with you as well.
Jay R.
“Such a great experience!”
Keiko is a wonderful guide - my wife and I spent a whole day with her and managed to do much without ever feeling rushed. She is knowledgeable and flexible and just a very pleasant person. If you're looking for someone in Tokyo I highly recommend Keiko!
Keiko T.
Thank you for your kind review. I truly enjoyed showing you around. You and your wife were so friendly and kind, which made my job much easier. This evening, I was able to see a perfect view of Mt. Fuji from my home again. I hope you’ll also have a chance to see a beautiful one from the bullet train on your way to Kyoto. If you ever come back to Tokyo, please let me know. I’d be more than happy to show you around again.
$256/ per group
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Tokyo Highlights Day Tour B
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Tokyo Highlights Day Tour A
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Tokyo Highlights Day Tour A
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Mt. Fuji View from Lake Kawaguchi Area
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Tokyo Half-Day Morning Tour
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Hakone is a wonderful day-trip destination with easy access from Tokyo, relaxing hot-spring towns, and beautiful nature, including views of Mt. Fuji. It has also been a sacred place for mountain worship since ancient times. On this tour, we’ll visit three must-see spots: Lake Ashi, Owakudani Valley, and the Hakone Open-Air Museum. We also enjoy a delicious lunch along the way. These highlights will make your visit to Hakone truly memorable.
Hakone Nature & Art Private Tour
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One day tour to Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi
This is a trip to see the highest and most beautiful mountain in Japan, Mount Fuji and one of five lakes surrounding Mount Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi. Mount Fuji is an active stratovolcano that last erupted from 1707 to 1708. At 3776m meters, Mount Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan and its top and gentle slopes are surrounded by rich and unspoiled nature. The mountain attracts many climbers during summer, while in winter its snow-covered top and slope gleam pure white in the sun.
One day tour to Mt Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi
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Wonderful Hakone to be left in your memorial album
Hakone is one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations with easy access from Tokyo, attracting both of international and domestic visitors seeking a break from busy city life. There are many hot spring resort with numerous inns, restaurants and gift shops. You can enjoy the magnificent beauty of nature including breathtaking views of nearby Mt. Fuji. With this tour you will have wonderful experience to be left in your memorial album.
Wonderful Hakone to be left in your memorial album
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A one-day tour to explore Kamakura’s major spots
Kamakura is just about an hour's train ride from Tokyo Station, making it a perfect destination for a day trip. This historic city is home to ancient shrines and temples, offering a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural heritage.
A one-day tour to explore Kamakura’s major spots
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