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Art, Culture, & Historical Kamakura Private Tours
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Kamakura
8 hours
Hiro's Kamakura As-you-like One-day Tour
Kamakura, a home to samurai culture and Zen Buddhism, is neighborhood of where I live and one of my living rooms that I'd really love to invite you to. I am also happy to share some exclusive info that only local residents know, as I show you around the place. Let me customize your one-day tour based on your requests or preference adding my recommendation out of my experience regarding the season.
Hiro's Kamakura As-you-like One-day Tour
FROM$228/ per group
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Hiro Y.
4.88 / 5
(17 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hours
Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!
The Kamakura Shogunate, established by Minamoto no Yoritomo in 1192, marked the beginning of feudal military government. This period was characterized by the rise of the samurai class and the establishment of a feudal system. It was also marked by both the patronage of Buddhism by the ruling class and the rise of new Buddhist movements that catered to the spiritual needs of the samurai and common people alike. We will explore these facts by visiting some temples and shrines.
Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!
FROM$196/ per group
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Macky H.
4.75 / 5
(8 reviews)
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Kamakura
5 hours
This Is Your Half-Day Tour In Kamakura
I will guide you strolling around Enoshima Island, Great Buddha, Zeniarai Benzaiten. You will experience the seat of the feudal military government from the end of the 12th through the early 14th century. Also You could be relaxed by bathing in a hot spring in Kamakura if you wish. You are preferred to walk to Zeniarai Benzaiten from Great Buddha for about 30 minutes.
This Is Your Half-Day Tour In Kamakura
FROM$130/ per group
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Toru I.
4.75 / 5
(8 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hours
Kamakura & Yokosuka: History of War and Peace Tour
This tour takes you to historical sites on wars and peace. In the morning, explore Kamakura to visit the sites related to the battles of samurais to learn about battles in the middle age. After lunch at Komachidori Street, move to the city of Yokosuka to visit Yokosuka Navel Port and Memorial Battleship Mikasa to know about the wars in the modern era. If you want to take the tour of either Kamakura or Yokosuka, it is possible to change the itinerary.
Kamakura & Yokosuka: History of War and Peace Tour
FROM$261/ per group
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Haruo T.
4.89 / 5
(19 reviews)
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Kamakura
8 hours
One-day tour from Kita-Kamakura to Enoshima
Just over an hour from Tokyo, you can visit an ancient capital with a completely different history. Kamakura was a town that became the center of politics under Minamoto no Yoritomo in the 12th century. Kamakura is a town of samurai, and Zen was also loved by the samurai. Kamakura is also the city where Zen Buddhism was brought to Japan and widely spread. Why not walk me through Kamakura, a town nurtured by history and culture?
One-day tour from Kita-Kamakura to Enoshima
FROM$261/ per group
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Naoya U.
5.00 / 5
(28 reviews)
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Kamakura
5 hours
Experience the Charm of Kamakura in Half day
Kamakura is a very old and historic coastal city, less than an hour south of Tokyo. Kamakura used to be the political center of Japan, where the Shogun Minamoto Yoritomo chose as the seat for his new military government in 1192. Today, it is a very popular tourist destination where you can find and explore a lot of remains from meadival Japan era. We'll explore the best of Kamakura in this half day tour. The itinerary is just an example and could be tailored to meet your needs and preferences.
Experience the Charm of Kamakura in Half day
FROM$189/ per group
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Kenji M.
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Kamakura
6 hours
Kamakura and Enoshima One-Day Tour
Kamakura and Enoshima offer a well-balanced experience that combines Japanese history, culture, and coastal beauty. Kamakura was once the political center of Japan and is known for its Zen temples, traditional shrines, and the Great Buddha. Enoshima provides a refreshing contrast with its coastal views, shrines, walking paths, and beautiful viewpoints Together, Kamakura and Enoshima provide a balanced tour experience, showcasing both the historical depth and natural charm of Japan.
Kamakura and Enoshima One-Day Tour
FROM$228/ per group
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Yuji K.
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Kamakura
4 hours
Kamakura Legends: Temples, Shrines & Samurai
Step back in time to the birthplace of Japan’s samurai legacy. This historical walking tour explores the rise of the first shogun, the emergence of the samurai class, and the powerful forces that shaped medieval Japan—from the arrival of Buddhism and Shintoism to encounters with Christianity and foreign invasions. Along the way, immerse yourself in timeless temples, sacred shrines, and the natural beauty that inspired warriors and monks alike.
Kamakura Legends: Temples, Shrines & Samurai
FROM$156/ per group
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Deen M.
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Kamakura
9 hours
Kamakura & Enoshima: It's Shownan Time!
This tour takes you to Kamakura, the first Samurai capital, and Enoshima, which is a sandbar island on Japanese Long Beach called Shownan. You visit Hachimangu Shrine and Great Buddha to learn about the history and culture of Kamakura Shogunate (Samurai Government). On the latter half of the tour, you enjoy exploring the picturesque and religious island, Enoshima, which is now a popular, and attractive tour site. After you leave Japan, you will never forget this wonderful moment.
Kamakura & Enoshima: It's Shownan Time!
FROM$306/ per group
Haruo T.
4.89 / 5
(19 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hours
Traditional Japan in Kamakura
Kamakura is known as an old town but how old the town is? The answer is about 800 years. This town is built by the first soldiers' government and has been strongly influenced by soldiers' mentality and Buddhism. In this tour you will visit major tourist palaces and a unique place which is tea ceremony place with a master. If you wish to deepen your understanding of Japanese culture and history. please join to this tour.
Traditional Japan in Kamakura
FROM$353/ per group
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Hiroshi Y.
4.96 / 5
(53 reviews)
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Kamakura
8 hours
Kamakura "Zen Culture" Finding Tour
Do you know a Japanese word, "Bushido" or samurai spirit? About 800 years ago, Kamakura became the center of the first samurai military government. Samurai warriors had austere lives. They were brave and didn't cling to life. They willingly devoted their lives to their jobs. How come they could get that extreme mindset? The secret was Zen Buddhism. Let's find Zen culture through visiting iconic Zen temples, Zen gardens, and experiencing Japanese distinctive beauty in this ancient capital city.
Kamakura "Zen Culture" Finding Tour
FROM$228/ per group
Hiro Y.
4.88 / 5
(17 reviews)
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Kamakura
8 hours
Important Places to know the real history site of Kamakura!
We visit several important historical places in Kamakura to see how it has been survived until now. * Houkokuji Temple: Famous for its bamboo garden * Sugimotodera Temple: the oldest temple in Kamakura * Kamakuragu Shrine: Relatively new shrine built in 1920 * Egara Tenjinsha: It enshrines the deity of study, Sugawara no Michizane
Important Places to know the real history site of Kamakura!
FROM$196/ per group
Macky H.
4.75 / 5
(8 reviews)
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Kamakura
4 hours
Magical History Tour in First Samurai Capital
This 4-hour tour takes you to four major and popular tourist sites in Kamakura. Visit Kamakura Hachimangu Shrine to learn about Shintoism, (Japanese indigenous religion), and the culture and history of Kamakura Shogunate, (the first samurai government). Stroll Komachidori Street to enjoy foods and drinks as well as shopping. At Kotokuin Temple, see the great statue of Amida Buddha, and at Hasedera Temple, see the statue of eleven-headed Kannon to know more about Buddhism and it's statues.
Magical History Tour in First Samurai Capital
FROM$163/ per group
Haruo T.
4.89 / 5
(19 reviews)
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Kamakura
6 hours
Kamakura Full Day
We will start the Kamakura Full day at JR Kamakura Station and visit Hase-dera, The Great Buddha, Hachiman-gu Shrine, Meigetsu-in or Hydrangea temple, and Engaku-ji Temple.
Kamakura Full Day
FROM$235/ per group
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Takayasu H.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Kamakura
8 hours
Kita-Kamakura Wonder Day-2
This walking tour focuses on visiting Zen temples in the Kita-Kamakura area which is wrapped in the natural and traditional atmosphere. Visitors will feel peace and quiet in the sacred precincts of; the internationally known Engaku-ji; Jyochi-ji with beautiful green mosses; Meigetsu-in, famous for blue hydrangea; and Kencho-ji, the first Zen practice hall; and more. After lunch, we walk the Ten-en HikingTrail.
Kita-Kamakura Wonder Day-2
FROM$235/ per person
Takayasu H.
5.00 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Kamakura
7 hrs 30 mins
Kamakura One-day Highlight Tour
Kamakura is one of the most popular tourist destination from Tokyo. Kamakura was prospered as Japan's first feudal capital (from 1185 to 1333). There are many temples, shrines and other historical places. We visit some of the most popular places in Kamakura.
Kamakura One-day Highlight Tour
FROM$559/ per group
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Makiko N.
4.89 / 5
(97 reviews)