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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.
FROM$214/ per group
Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Kamakura
Kamakura is an old enchanting city which used be a capital of Kamakura shogunate , the first shogunate in Japan. There are beautiful and tasteful spots . The most famous and handsome giant Budda, Daibutsu comes first, then Hase temple with an elegant garden and unique cave.
After lunch, you'll visit Hokokuji temple famous with wonderful bamboo forest,lastly Tsurugaoka Hachiman shrine with a great view. Also , you can enjoy shopping in Komachi shopping street.
You can enjoy a memorable day .
FROM$381/ per group
One-Day Ancient Wonders in Kamakura(Bamboo Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple)
Enjoy the historical city Kamakura and feel the old Japanese atmosphere of Buddhist temples and Shinto shrine!
At Hokokuji Temple you can enjoy matcha tea while viewing a beautiful bamboo forest.
Then we will visit Tsurugaoka-Hachimangu Shrine which was a shrine for samurai warriors and enjoy shopping at Komachi-dori shopping street near this shrine.
After lunch we will visit Great Buddha and Hasedera Temple using Enoden local train.
FROM$241/ per group
Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori
A private Kamakura with flexibility. Kamakura is one of the most popular day-trip destinations, located just one hour south of Tokyo. This coastal city used to be the center of Japan during the 12th to 14th century, where first Samurai government ruled. Zen (meditation) Buddhism flourished here with Zen style rock gardens, making Kamakura unique place.
Winter Special, Enoshima Illumination is recommended. Please ask me before making booking! [Around the end of Nov to the end of Feb]
FROM$455/ per group
Kamakura Joyful 8 hour-tour from Tokyo
Starting from your hotel at 9:00 we will in 1 hour time arrive at Kamakura where there are historical temples, shrines and a great Buddha statue surrounded by evergreen hills and a long crescent sand beach. From Enoshima Island on the shore you may probably see Mt. Fuji. As the seaside town Kamakura is famous for its fresh seafood cuisines.
FROM$241/ per group
Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide
*The 7 hours tour starts and ends at a station in Fujisawa or Kamakura
If from Tokyo, it's 9 hours, +8000yen
This 1 day Kamakura & Enoshima Itinerary is packed with a visit to an islet of Enoshima and visits to 2 Buddhist temples (Kotokuin with Great Buddha and Hase-dera) and 1 Shinto shrine (Tsurugaoka-Hachimangu) in Kamakura.
From the hill-top of Enoshima island, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji when the weather is fine.
*The itinerary can be customized to meet your requests
FROM$308/ per group
Exploring temples and Shrine in Kamakura
Kamakura is adorable with a lot of old temples and shrines. You can enjoy seeing old structures, gardens, flowers every season and strolling around the town in the countryside. It is located west of Tokyo and accessible by train only for 40 minutes. You can learn Japanese cultural aspects a lot there.
FROM$231/ per group
Best Memories of Kamakura
Kamakura used to the capital of Japan during 12th to 14th century. It was the first period governed by the samurai warriors; Shoguns.Since samurai practiced Zen Buddhism, there are many Zen Temples which were built before those in Kyoto.
FROM$234/ per group
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.
FROM$201/ per group
Soul-Exploring Trip of Kamakura and Sutra Copying
Through copying sutra in Hasedera Temple, you get the serenity of mind and feel ready to explore the secret world of Buddhism: Benzaiten in the cave and Hase Kannon on the hill. After watching the imposing Great Buddha, take train to Kamakura, where you can relax and have lunch at various kinds of restaurants to choose from. Then, visit Hachimangu Shrine. and enjoy shopping at Komachidori Street.
FROM$102/ per group
Kamakura by the sea
A famous old town of Kamakura is also known for its beautiful beach. This area is called "Shonan ", which is one of the most popular tour spots in Japan, especially for the young people enjoying marine sports. By using Eno-den Line, which is so cute a train and runs mainly by the beach, you can enjoy both old beautiful Kamakra and beautiful modern beach spots.
FROM$234/ per group
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?
FROM$221/ per group
Exploring the spirit of the samurai in Kamakura (7-hour excursion from central Tokyo)
Samurais emerged from lower ranking nobles given the task of policing and defending the east, the Kanto region in particular. They gradually gained power, leading to their establishing the first military government in Kamakura in the late 12th century. Around the same time, Zen was imported and taken to by the samurais. Explore the spirit of the samurai and Zen in Kamakura.
FROM$221/ per group
Private tour "My favorite Kamakura"
KAMAKURA! What a perfect place to escape from daily bustlness. The town famous for zen-buddhism and as the first de-facto capital ever established by samurais gives us splendid time to enjoy the rustic but solemn atmosphere.
FROM$301/ per group
Flowers in Kamakura: Great Buddha, Hasedera & Eishoji Temple
Kamakura is a very healing city, which became the capital of Samurai at the end of the 12th century, and has a lot of temples where we can see lovely flowers.
We will ride a train for approximately an hour or so from Tokyo/Yokohama/Kawasaki area to visit there.
Appreciating the flowers, some temples and shrines, we can also enjoy the beautiful twilight seaview.
FROM$227/ per group
One day Tour- Private Customized Tour in Kamakura
This tour is customized tour in Kamakura area. You can also include a short hiking course( 1 hour-1.5 hours) while visiting some temples. Enjoy nature walking and feel rich history in Kamakura There are many places in Kamakura, so we can discuss and make your own itinerary together.
FROM$401/ per group
One day trip to Kamakura
Kamakura is a very popular tourist destination and has a lot of beautiful places such as Buddhist temples with gardens, and Shinto shrines. The city has a lot of Japanese restaurants which offer lovely dishes. We’ll visit some of the most popular spots in Kamakura, such as Hokoku-ji temple (with a bamboo garden), Hase-dera temple (one of the oldest temples in Kamakura), and Kotoku-in temple which is well known for the Great Buddha. I hope you have a lovely day in Kamakura!
FROM$288/ per group
Kamakura Highlights with Local Expert - from Tokyo
One day fun excursion to Kamakura, a small, coastal city just one hour south of Tokyo. Sometimes called the Kyoto of Eastern Japan, Kamakura offers numerous temples, shrines and other historical monuments as well as beautiful beach and forestry hills. Refer to this model plan, and I will customize your tour based on your tastes and requests. Count on me, Kamakura specialist!
FROM$443/ per group
Highlights of Kamakura Customized as you like
Kamakura is an ancient city, once a politic center of the first military (Samurai) government of Japan, established in 1185.
It’s an ideal place to getting and back in a day, as only one hour away from Tokyo by train.
We visit several must-see places in Kamakura according to your request.
The next itinerary is a recommended sample tour.
We meet at your Hotel in Tokyo or in Yokohama. (Hotel pick up)
Or at JR Kamakura station.
FROM$274/ per group
Exciting Kamakura - One Day Tour from Tokyo
Kamakura is called "Kyoto of Eastern Japan", because it used to be the capital of Japan from 12th to 14th century, and the first government by the Shogun, a top of samurai warriors, was located here.
Kamakura offers numerous temples, shrines and other historical monuments.
In this tour, we will visit three famous temples and one shrine.
Personally, I love Kamakura so much and strongly recommend this tour to you, because there are so many beautiful places here.
FROM$256/ per group
Golden Route of major sightseeing spots in Kamakura
Are you struggling with where you should go around the Kamakura? I will show you around 6 main spots in Kamakura!
The tour will start at a huge Tsurugaoka Hachimangu. Stroll down Komachi-dori for shopping and local delicacies. Visit Zeniarai Benten, where you can wash money for good fortune. Nearby, explore Sasuke Inari Shrine, known for its fox statues. Don’t miss the Great Buddha, an iconic symbol of Kamakura. Finally, head to Hase-dera for its beautiful gardens and panoramic coastal views.
FROM$301/ per group
Day tour to Kamakura, a historic city near Tokyo
A day tour from Tokyo to Kamakura by public transportations (Private car is available as an option)
You can visit the main spots in Kamakura area such as Tsurugaoka Hachimangû Shrine, Great Buddha, Enoshima Island, etc.
Let's enjoy the historic city and its beautiful sceneries!
FROM$415/ per group
Kamakura tour of fantastic, historical and magnificent spots
This tour include the "Daibutsu" the traditional Japanese craftsmanship skill applied, Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine whose deity is the founder of the Kamakura Shogun established in 12th Century, Hasedera Temple which is the Paradise of the Pure Land with beautiful flowers and the biggest wooden sculpture of Hase Kannon and Hokoji-temple by enjoying beautiful bamboo forest and powered tea.
FROM$241/ per group
Kamakura : Attractions touristiques populaires sur-mesure
Il est possible de personnaliser votre visite en fonction de vos préférences.
Faites votre sélection parmi les attractions touristiques les plus populaires de Kamakura !
FROM$221/ per group
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