True Kamakura Private Tour enjoying four popular spots
Joined 2018
Kamakura is a cozy seaside town with many historical sites and just one hour train-ride from Tokyo. It is an important city in the Japanese history because the first samurai warrior's government was established here in the 12th century and had been the political center for about 140 years. In this tour, we'll visit four popular religious sites, each with its own unque attractions.
Itinerary
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.
- If your accommodation is far away from a station or located in a place difficult to find, the meeting place might be changed to the nearest station to your accommodation or the other appropriate spot.
a station near your hotel
take a train to Kamakura, an hour train-ride from Tokyo. After getting to Kamakura, we take a local train to Hase.
Great Buddha in Kotokuin Temple
Built in the mid-13th century, this is the second largest statue in Japan with 12 meters tall and 121 tons in weight.
Hase Temple
The temple is famous for its large gilded statue of Kannon-Bosatsu and beautifully maintained garden with seasonal flowers. After visiting the temple, we stop by a nearby beach where people enjoy surfing and yachting if you like.
Lunch at local restaurants
Kamakura is near the sea and agricultural area. You can enjoy fresh vegetables and seafood at local restaurants for lunch.
Hokokuji Temple
It's a Zen Buddhism temple and very popular with its beautiful bamboo grove. Zen Buddhism was introduced in Japan in the 13th century and had flourished here in Kamakura.
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
It was originally built in the late 12th century by Minamoto Yoritomo, the first shogun of Kamakura feudal government. Located in the center of the city, it's been a symbol of the area since then.
Komachi-dori Street
It's a popular shopping street for souvenirs and foods on the way to Kamakura station from the shrine.
Kamakura Station
take a train and go back to Tokyo.
Ending Point
at your hotel in Tokyo
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
guiding fee, hotel pickup and drop-off
transportation fee for you and guide (3,000yen per adult, about $20), admissions for you (1,100yen per adult, about $8), lunch for you and guide (3,000yen per adult, about $20): Total $48
Tour Important Information
1. Charges during the tour: Transportation fee is about 3,000 yen (about $20) per adult, including JR train, Enoden local train and bus in Kamakura. Admissions are 1,100 yen (about $8) per adult. Lunch fee is about 3,000 yen (about $20) per adult. (rate: 150 yen/$)
2.This is a tour enjoying walking around the sightseeing spots. You are recommended to wear shoes suitable for walking. We usually don't use a tourist taxi.
3.If you have any food restrictions such as vegetarians, gluten free, please let me know in advance.
4.The tour is not covered with any travel insurances. I'd recommend that you buy your own travel insurance in case of any unexpected accidents, losses, or breaking other's properties. Of course, I'll do my best to keep you away from such risks.
5. Your request of the tour is accepted 4 days before the tour.
Important message from the supplier
Direct bookings are not accepted. Please be sure to contact me in advance of your desired tour date.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Toru K.
Hello my guests, I'm Toru, a national licensed tour guide. I've been mainly guiding around Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, and Nikko for an individual or small group tourists . I'm living in a town near Narita International Airport.
It's often said that one of the characteristics of the Japanese culture is sticking to details and yet tries to conceal its care. It means that there are a pile of unspoken stories behind what you see in Japan. I'm always trying to be an interpreter of those stories and help you enjoy the secrets of Japanese cultures.
I'm offering four tour plans of Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, and Nikko. I think they are the best plans especially for the first timers to Japan because they're prepared to include all must-see spots in the area. If you are repeaters or interested in the other things or places, please don't hesitate to require what you want. Let's make the best plan for you together. I'm looking forward to seeing you in Japan.
Reviews
Naila C.
True Kamakura Private Tour enjoying four popular spots
“Kamakura day trip”
What a wonderful experience! Had an interesting guided trip with Toru san. Thank you Toru san for this wonderful trip and for your patience and for all the nice spots we visited.
Toru K.
Thank you Naila for your wonderful review! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour in Kamakura. The view of Mt. Fuji from Enoshima was especially amazing. I wish you lots of fun during your stay in Japan and great success with your Japanese studies.
Daiva O.
True Hakone Private Tour enjoying 3 popular spots
“Trip to hakone”
We enjoyed meeting Toru; a lovely, knowledgeable, organized man. He met us at the hotel on time and navigated thru the many transportation systems needed to get to Hakone area. He was very interesting telling us about the volcanoes area, Lake District and hot springs etc. We recommend his services to anyone.
Toru K.
Thank you very much for your warm comments. I'm delighted that you chose the Hakone tour to conclude your stay in Japan. I suppose Mt. Fuji also knew that it was your last day in Japan and it showed up in its whole figure. I look forward to seeing all four of you together next time in Japan.
Bernhard B.
True Tokyo Private Tour enjoying several popular spots
“Tokyo and Hakone”
We booked Toru for 2 tours and appreciated his competent and pleasant guides.
Toru K.
Hi Bernhard, thank you very much for your warm comments. I also enjoyed the tour with the three of you. I hope you will fully experience the Japanese culture, history, and nature and take lots of those photos during your stay in Japan. Please give my best wishes to your daughter and friend. Toru
$192/ per group
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