One day tour to discover the old samurai's city, Kamakura, located only
a one-hour train ride from Tokyo. Kamakura was once a seat of Kamakura Shogunate. There are many Zen Buddhist temples and beautiful shrines.
Kamakura is a popular place to spend a day even for Tokyo residents.
Mountains and the ocean surround the city, you can relax in nature and learn about Japanese history and Samurai Culture.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
Meet at your hotel
Ride on a train for one hour to Kamakura
Engakuji Temple
One of the major five Zen Temples in kamakura.
The temple has two National Treasures, Syariden, and Oogane, big bell.
Buddha's tooth is enshrined in Shariden .
Kamakura Great Buddha Statue
The second largest Buddha statue in Japan. The statue was in the Buddhist hall in the old days, but the hall was washed away by Tsunami, and now it sits in the open air.
Lunch
Having lunch near Hase temple
Hase Temple
The temple is famous for housing the tallest wooden Kannon statue
If you want, you can experience tracing Buddhist scripture or the picture of kannon.
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
The shrine used to be the political center of the Kamakura Shogun.
Komachi dori
The local shopping street connected kamakura station to Tsurugaoka shrine.
You can find beautiful souvenirs while your stroll.
Kamakura Station
Ride on a train from kamakura station to Tokyo.
Your hotel
Arriving at your hotel
Ending Point
At your hotel in Tokyo
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
guide fee, hotel pick-up in the central Tokyo area
Transportation fee( you and your guide) round-trip ticket of JR trains ( Tokyo -Kamakura)1880JPY/person, round trip fee of Enoden (Kamakura-Hase) 400JPY/person, the entrance fee of three temples 1000JPY/person, lunch
Train fare to Kamakura is not included. ( you and guide transportation fees are excluded)
See the calendar for availability
Hello, I'm Michiko. I was born and grew up in Shinjuku, Tokyo, so I know the city very well.I may guide you to must see sites in Tokyo, such as Sensouji temple in Asakusa, Meiji shrine, Imperial Palace, etc.
Also, I will accept your special requests. For example, exploring unique bars, animal cafes and one day trip to Hakone, Kamakura, Yokohama or Nikko.
Please contact me!
Katie B.
“Yokohama city”
Our 2nd day with Michiko was wonderful too. We were able to see sights that we wouldn't have seen otherwise if we'd planned to do it ourselves. Just took all the stress out of it when someone knows the place so well and how to get around best. The Sankeien garden was beautiful and the view from the Land Mark tower amazing. Thank you Michiko, so grateful for our 2 day tour with you.
Michiko M.
Dear Katie and Murray, Thank you for sending two reviews for each day. It's been a long time since I brought guests to Yokohama, even though I used to live there. So, I enjoyed it as much as you did. I hope you enjoy the cruise over Japan and Jeju Island! Michiko
Katie B.
“Amazing first day in Tokyo ”
We had an amazing first day in Japan, Tokyo with Michiko our guide. We loved being shown and learning about the Meiji Jingu Shrine, the Imperial Palace garden and the Akakura & Sensoji Temples. Michiko put us at ease getting on trains and looked after our every need. She is a lovely kind lady with a good sense of humor.
Michiko M.
Dear Katie and Murray, Thank you for taking the time to write the excellent review so quickly. I was happy to be your guide, as you are an easy-going and generous couple. Additionally, you provided me with information on cruising, which is very interesting and helpful. Von voyage!
Alexis C.
“Just Lovely ”
We had a wonderful day and it was all thanks to her excellent insight of being prepared for what the day was going to be like for us. She knew it was a holiday weekend, warned us to expect crowds & perfectly managed to still get us to see so much! We truly appreciate her hospitality, kindness & flexibility! You will be lucky enough to experience a day with her warmth, knowledge of Japan and her overall love of life and true love of what she does! We are not easy to please and have high expectations and she surpassed all of ours! We can’t wait to visit again and have another day with her! Cheers to your adventures! Alexis C
Michiko M.
Hi Alexis, Thank you for taking the time to write such an excellent review. Your review makes me happy and reminds me of all of your faces. Yes, your requested date was during the golden week. It was the busiest time in Japan. Luckily, we were able to see major sightseeing spots in Kamakura. I look forward to seeing you again in Japan! Best wishes, Michiko
$336/ per group