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Tokyo Private Tour - At Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
At Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
Tokyo Private Tour - At Great Buddha in Kotokuin Temple
At Great Buddha in Kotokuin Temple
Tokyo Private Tour -

Kamakura, let's explore the traditional town!

Day Trip
Tokyo Tour Guide - Yoshi S.

Joined 2017

Yoshi S.
4.98 / 5
(94 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
Tokyo
English, Japanese
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Yoshi S.)
Up to 4 people

Kamakura is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan with easy access from Tokyo, I'll pick up you at your staying hotel and take you to one day trip to Kamakura which is located about 50km southwest of Tokyo. Kamakura was the seat of the first military government called Shogunate during the period from the end of 12th century to the early 14th century. Then Kamakura has many historical and cultural sites and attracts visitors all over the world as well as Kyoto and Nara.

Itinerary

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

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Tokyo

10:30 AM

Hokokuji Temple

The temple is also a Zen Buddhist temple founded in 1334. Visitors can enjoy walking around bamboo forest and beautiful dry landscape garden as well as matcha tee at the wooden rest house.

12:00 PM

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

This Shinto shrine was established in 1063 by Minamoto Yoritomo who was the founder of Kamakura Shogunate which was the first warrior government in the Japanese history. So the shrine had been regarded as a protector shrine of the warrior families and now the most symbolic sightseeing spots in Kamakura.

01:30 PM

Komachi Street

Visitors can enjoy shopping traditional souvenirs and Japanese sweets.

02:30 PM

Great Buddha of Kamakura

An outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha standing on the ground of Kotokuin Temple. With the height of 13.35meters, it is the second largest Buddha statue in Japan.

03:30 PM

Hasedera Temple

The temple is an independent temple established in 736 and regarded as sister temple of Hasedera Temple of Nara because the same statues of eleven-headed Kannon are enshrined. Various kinds of flowers are enjoyed and breathtaking panorama of Pacific Ocean is commanded at the observation deck.

Ending Point

JR Yokohama Station at 16:30

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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

What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick up

What‘s not included

Transportation fee for you and guide (about ¥3,000/person), Admission fee for you and guide (about ¥2,000), lunch for you and guide (about ¥1,500)

Tour Important Information

Most of the temples require admission fee. (¥300~¥500/person)

Important message from the supplier

I am available from 9am to 5pm everyday.

I am flexible to one day trip to Hakone, Lake Kawaguchi and Nikko if you pay my transportation fee on top of the tour in Tokyo.

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
Tokyo Tour Guide - Yoshi S.

Joined 2017

Yoshi S.
4.98 / 5
(94 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Yoshi S.

Hello, I'm Yoshi!! I started my second career as a tour guide after retiring from the Japanese computer company I had worked for about 40 years. I was born in Asakusa and grew up in down town in Tokyo. I’m married with two daughters and three grandchildren, two girls and a boy.

I've experienced guiding international visitors in Tokyo and other famous sightseeing spots as a guide for several years. I will be so happy to help you enjoy your stay in Japan. Look forward to joining my tour!!

Reviews

1 day in Tokyo

Yoshi was amazing. Toured with him for a second time and it was perfect. Easy, friendly and very knowledgeable. Flexible to customer make a tour based on time and interest. Thank you Yoshi!

John ` A.

Yoshi S.

Hi John, thank you for your kind message. I was so happy that you have repleated to join my tour. I hope you have spent a pleasant time in Tokyo with your friends although it's very short. Looking forward to seeing you again. Yoshi

Discover the Best of Tokyo

I would like to be thankful to Yoshi san for touring us at Imperial Palace East Garden peaceful and full of history Tsukiji Outer Market lively streets and delicious local food, Asakusa traditional atmosphere and Senso-ji Temple and Meiji Jingu Shrine serene nature in the heart of the city. We are very informative and keen information sharing. Highly recommended!

Rowena S.

Yoshi S.

Hi Dean, thank you for your warm message. I look forward to next inquiry from you. Yoshi

A Wonderful Day in Nikko with Yoshi

We spent a full day in Nikko with Yoshi, and it was a thoroughly enjoyable and beautifully organized experience. Yoshi did an excellent job guiding us through a full itinerary while keeping the day relaxed and engaging. We visited the stunning natural scenery of Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji, followed by the remarkable shrine and temple complex that makes Nikko so special. Yoshi guided us through Toshogu Shrine, Futarasan Shrine, and Rinno-ji Temple, sharing clear explanations and helpful context that enhanced our understanding of what we were seeing. We ended the day with a final stop at the iconic Shinkyo Bridge, which was a perfect conclusion. Yoshi was knowledgeable, well-prepared, and easy to spend the day with. He managed timing and logistics smoothly, answered our questions thoughtfully, and made sure we were comfortable throughout a long but very rewarding day. We truly enjoyed our time with Yoshi and would happily recommend him to anyone looking to experience Nikko in a well-organized, informative, and enjoyable way.

Steven P.

Yoshi S.

Hi Steven, thank you for your warm words, which are motivating and encouraging. I also enjoyed being with you in Nikko. Thanks Yoshi

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