One Day Tour to Yokohama & Kamakura - 2 Historic Cities for Eager Travelers

The Great Statue of Buddha at Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura

Minato Mirai 21 area from the Port of Yokohama

Akarenga - Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, a renovated complex housing various shops and restaurants, in Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 Shinko area

The entire view of the Port of Yokohama from the Lankmark Tower, a hotel and shopping mall complex, the second tallest skyscraper in Japan

Sail Training Ship Nippon Maru, docked in Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 Central area

Cosmo Clock 21, formerly the world's tallest Ferris wheel standing at Yokohama Cosmo World Amusement Park with skyscrapers behind, in Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 Shinko area

Zo-no-hana Park meaning a trunk of an elephant park, the name deriving from the pier's shape resembling a trunk, in Yokohama Minato Mirai 21 Shinko area

Jack's Tower - Yokohama Port Opening Memorial Hall in Yokohama Kannai area

King's Tower - Kanagawa Prefectural Office in Yokohama Kannai area

Yamashita Rinko Line Promenade used to be an elevated railway, with Queen's Tower - Yokohama Customs building - nearby, in Yokohama Kannai area

Yamashita-koen Park, stretching for two-thirds of a mile along the waterfront in Yokohama

NYK Hikawa Maru Memorial Ship, a Japanese ocean liner nicknamed The Queen of the Pacific, anchored in Yokohama Yamashita-koen Park

The Hotel New Grand standing nearby Yamashita-koen Park, where international celebrities such as Charlie Chaplin, Babe Ruth, and General MacArthur stayed, in Yokohama Yamashita-koen Park area

Yokohama Chinatown where you can enjoy the Four Major Chinese Cuisines consisting of Beijing, Shanghai, Cantonese, and Sichuan cuisines

Kantei-byo enshrining Guan Yu - a hero of Chinese Three Kingdoms, in Yokohama Chinatown

Yokohama Mazu temple enshrining the Chinese sea goddess Mazu, in Yokohama Chinatown

Kotokuin Temple where Daibutsu, or the Great Buddha Statue sitting in Kamakura

Hasedera Temple, featuring the huge statue of Kannon Bodhisattva in Kamakura

A stone lantern and Jizo statues, situated in the grounds of Hasedera Temple in Kamakura

The footprint of Buddha at Hasedera Temple in Kamakura

A dry-style garden at Hasedera Temple in Kamakura

Lush bamboos along a path at Hasedera Temple in Kamakura

A view from Hasedera Temple in Kamakura

Wakamiya-oji Street, leading to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura

Kamakura central food market on Wakamiya-oji Street in Kamakura

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, located in the center of Kamakura

Shimohaiden, or Lower Worship Hall, where many rituals, dedicatory dances and music are performed, at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura

The premises of Main Shrine at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura

One Day Tour to Yokohama & Kamakura - 2 Historic Cities for Eager Travelers

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Yokohama

8 Hours

up to 4 people

English ( Business ), Japanese ( Native )

Private tour (only you and your guide)

Walking / Public Transportation Tour
( Contact guide for other options )

Yokohama and Kamakura are popular tourist destinations for one day tour from Tokyo.
Each city can be reached within 40 minutes by a train from the other one.
This tour takes you to the two cities which have quite different characters, catering to eager travelers who want to see and experience the things as much as possible.

Itinerary

Feel free to personalize this offer with Aki.

A majestic 360-degree view from an observatory at the Japan's 2nd tallest skyscraper in Yokohama
Walk in comfortable seaside streets and enjoy viewing the bay area in Yokohama
Visit Japan’s largest Chinatown and enjoy various foods in Yokohama
See the stunning Great Statue of Buddha in Kamakura
Visit a magnificent temple and shrine in Kamakura
Walk in the main and back streets in Kamakura
Appreciate plants and flowers in season, such as cherry and plum blossoms, hydrangeas, etc. in Kamakura
Please refer to What to Expect for more details

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Departure & Return

Depart From Tokyo, Yokohama, Kamakura, Kanagawa

Starting time 09:00 AM ( recommended ) Flexible

Meeting Point Wherever in Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura, including your hotel

Ending Point At JR Kamakura Station

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick-up(in this case, please pay the guide's transportation fare from your hotel too)

What‘s not included

transportation fare(you and guide), admission fee(you and guide), meals

Important

I can guide you in Okinawa and Kagawa including Naoshima and the other venues of Setouchi Triennale.
If you would be interested in being guided by me in those places, please contact me to confirm my availability in advance.

This tour is a walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 30 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 15 to 29 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 14 day(s) prior to meeting time

Frequently Asked Questions

Besides guide fee, how much does it cost for a one-day tour?

Although the cost varies according to our itinerary, a typical cost is 5,500 to 8,000 JPY per person.
In a model itinerary, we visit three facilities, so the total cost comes to 5,800 JPY approximately.
- transportation fare: 2,300 JPY (Tokyo to Yokohama and Kamakura, for a round trip)
- lunch: 2,000 JPY
- admission fee to a facility and two temples: 1,500 JPY
(Sky Garden observatory at Yokohama Landmark Tower: 1,000 JPY, Kotokuin Temple: 200 JPY, Hasedera Temple: 300 JPY)
For more details, please refer to the Questions and Answers below.

What is an admission fee at temples?

Most of the temples require the visitors to pay an admission fee.
Typical price is about 200 yen to 300 yen per person.

What is the price range of lunch in Yokohama and Kamakura?

There are various types of restaurants serving many kinds of cuisines.
The typical price ranges per person are, for example,
- A Western style restaurant: 1,500 yen to 3,000 JPY
- A Chinese style restaurant: 1,500 to 3,000 JPY
- A Japanese style restaurant: 1,500 yen to 3,000 JPY
- A Curry and rice shop: 1,000 yen to 2,000 JPY
- A Ramen shop: 1,000 JPY approximately

How long does it take to get to Yokohama and Kamakura from Tokyo?

It's about an hour by a train, although varying, depending on a meeting place.
For example:
- Shinjuku to Yokohama(Sakuragicho): 40minutes
- Shinjuku to Kamakura: 70minutes

Could you customize an itinerary?

Yes, certainly.
In this case, I suggest checking the information shown in my customized tours, "Bay Breeze in Yokohama - Half-day Customized Tour -" and "The Real Kamakura - Half-day Customized Tour -".
For more details, please refer to "More tours by Aki" below.

I'm a passenger of a cruise ship docked in Yokohama. Can you pick me up at a pier?

Yes, I can. I will meet you at the pier Osanbashi International Passenger Terminal in Yokohama.

Can you escort me to my hotel?

Yes, I can. In this case, please pay Hotel escort fee.
Guide’s transportation fare to the place is also required to be paid.

Can you arrange a private car? How much does it cost for a car?

Yes, I can arrange a private car, and van according to your request.
The cost varies, depending on the type of car, time and mileage.
For example, it costs approximately $350 USD for 8 hours and 2 passengers.

Can you pick me up at an airport?

Yes, I can, however, during the daytime only.
If you use Narita Airport, please pay the extra fee.
The rate of the extra fee is same as the extra-hour fee. Please pay the extra-hour fee for two hours when you book.
In case of Haneda Airport, you don't need to pay the extra fee.

Can I make changes after I book?

Yes! If you need to make changes such as removing or adding someone to your booking or changing the date or time of your tour, contact us by phone or email

Starting and ending points of the tour.

After you secure your booking, the starting and ending points of your tour can be customized to your convenience (ex.: your hotel, nearby stations, etc.). Don't worry, we will take care of you! Some tours may have an extra fee for this service, make sure to check the tour page.

What happens after I book a tour?

After booking a tour, the guide will accept (or decline) your booking within 24 hours. Then you will be noticed by email from GoWithGuide.

Is the price per person or per group?

The price is charged per group. Which means that you make a one-time payment for your entire group and the price will not change if it is less or more people.

Can I add more people to my booking?

Some guides accept extra people (more than the specified number) for an extra charge. Please check for the extras on the tour or booking page, or contact your guide directly to clarify.

Will there be other tourists in my tour?

No. Your tour is private, only for you and your family or friends, there will be no other group of tourists together in your tour.

Can the guide pickup me at the airport?

Yes, but there will be additional charge for that and it is not by car. The guide will go pick you up using public transportations. For further details, please contact your guide directly.

I'm travelling alone. Can I book this tour?

Yes, you can and you may be able to get a discount if you are traveling alone. Price depends on which guide you choose.

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Reviews ( 49 )

4.7 (49) Reviews

Excellent		82%
Very Good		14%
Good		4%
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Jerome ( Friends ) United States

Jerome United States ( Friends )

Excellent

10 months ago

“ Delightlful .... ”

Aki was very easy to work with and accomodating to our group of 6. As requested, he put together a 3 day itinerary for us based upon our interests and desired activity level. He is quite knowledgeable about "all things Tokyo" as well as the Japanese culture and history. He is a master of the Tokyo transit system and without him we would have had a difficult time navigating around. We asked Aki to join us during our lunches to show our appreciation and to be able to converse with him on a more personal level. He was always early to arrive at our hotel for pick up. I would highly recommend him.

Aki:

Dear Jerry, Thank you so much for giving me such an excellent rating and review! That's very nice of you to say. It was my pleasure to have guided you and your friends. I enjoyed touring and had a wonderful time with you too. Thanks for coming to Tokyo and choosing me as your guide! Sincerely, Aki

Jerry ( Couple ) United States

Jerry United States ( Couple )

Excellent

1 year ago

“ Invaluable ”

We spent three days with Aki, exploring the Setouchi Trienniale , using Takamatsu as a home base. We never could have done this without him. We had a great time. Thanks again Aki.

Aki:

Dear Jerry, Thank you so much for giving me such an excellent rating and review! I enjoyed touring around the Setouchi islands and had a wonderful time with you too. Thanks for coming to Takamatsu and having me as your guide! Sincerely, Akio

Jerome ( Couple ) Israel

Jerome Israel ( Couple )

Excellent

1 year ago

“ Aki gave us a great opportunity to experience Kamakura in a tight schedule ”

We had only 5 hours to visit Kamakura....and gave Aki an almost impossible mission. He succeeded! We saw all of the major sites and enjoyed the wonderful explanations that Aki provided with clear and nuanced English.

Aki:

Dear Jerome, Thank you so much for giving me such an excellent rating and review! That's very nice of you to say. I hope you are all fine after the tour on a hot day. It was my pleasure to have guided you around Kamakura. Thanks for choosing me as your tour guide! Sincerely, Aki

Robin ( Friends ) United States

Robin United States ( Friends )

Excellent

1 year ago

“ Aki provided all we had hoped ”

Aki was a great guide. He took us to all the places we were interested in and was flexible in his plans given our interests and needs. He clearly knew his way around the island and all the museums. Couldn't have asked for more.

Aki:

Dear Robin, Thank you so much for taking the time to give me such an excellent review! It was my pleasure to have guided you around Naoshima. I enjoyed touring with you too. It was fun to bike around the island! I hope you enjoyed your stay on the beautiful island. Thanks for coming to Naoshima and choosing me as your tour guide! Sincerely, Aki

Janis ( Friends ) United States

Janis United States ( Friends )

Excellent

1 year ago

“ Naoshima Island ”

From Osaka, with Aki guiding us, we arrived on Naoshima. If it weren’t for Aki I’m afraid we’d still be wandering aimlessly around. While on the island; Aki’s knowledge of the architect represented here and the designers/artists was great. With his guidance we could just follow as had clear understanding Of how to navigate the island. This provided a pleasureable day. As I got a sense of his services and then began arranging the itinerary, Aki was incredibly quick in his responses to my many online questions. He speaks English very well. One can’t go wrong with Aki’s guidance

Aki:

Dear Janis, Thank you so much for giving me such an excellent review! It's a great pleasure for me to have guided you around a beautiful island, Naoshima. I also enjoyed touring and had a pleasant time with you. It was very nice to meet you! I hope you have a good day and go back to your home safely. Please convey my regards to your husband and friends. Thanks for coming to Naoshima and choosing me as your tour guide! Sincerely, Aki

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