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Kamakura

7 hrs 30 mins

A Day in My Favorite Kamakura! Zen Temples, Matcha, Flowers & the Sea Breeze

Explore Kamakura with a guide who loves this compact ancient town, rich in history, culture, nature, and Zen spirit. Just an hour from Tokyo, we will visit highlights such as Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, the Great Buddha standing for 770 years, and the bamboo temple. You can savor authentic matcha with Japanese sweets in a serene Zen garden, admire seasonal flowers, and stroll hidden paths to the seaside, where the ocean breeze offers a peaceful close to your journey.

A Day in My Favorite Kamakura! Zen Temples, Matcha, Flowers & the Sea Breeze

Ganz private Führung nach Ihren Wünschen durch Kamakura

Das ist eine ganz persönliche Führung! Geben Sie mir Bescheid über Ihre Wünsche, was Sie machen/ ausprobieren/ essen möchten z. B. Wissen Sie nicht, was Sie tun möchten? Keine Sorge! Ich kann Ihnen auch was vorschlagen, je nach Ihren Wünschen! Fragen Sie mich bitte einfach! Unten gibt’s einige Ideen für Sie!

Ganz private Führung nach Ihren Wünschen durch Kamakura

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.

Kamakura by the sea

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!

One day trip to Kamakura

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.

Exciting Kamakura - One Day Tour from Tokyo

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

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.

One-Day Ancient Wonders in Kamakura(Bamboo Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple)

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

Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide

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

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!

Ancient Capital Kamakura Day Trip. Temples, Shrine, Local Food.

A popular day tour to Enoshima Island and Kamakura, former capital of Japan that offers dozens of temples and shrines notably the Great Buddha. Kamakura is where Samurai started. Ride the Enoden famous from a scene in the Anime movie Slam Dunk. Stroll through Komachi Dori, famous shopping street for Japanese street foods and gifts.

Ancient Capital Kamakura Day Trip. Temples, Shrine, Local Food.

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

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. Seasonal Special OPTIONs【 Enoshima Island Lit-up Events 】, check the details on itinerary. Winter : November 22, 2025 to February 28, 2026

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

Private tour 　"My favorite Kamakura"

KAMAKURA! What a perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Famous for Zen Buddhism and known as the first de facto capital established by the samurai, this town offers a splendid opportunity to enjoy a rustic yet solemn atmosphere.

Private tour 　"My favorite Kamakura"

Highlights of Kamakura

Kamakura was the first capital of Samurai government in Japan. It is not only a historical city with about 100 shrines and temples but also a city with beautiful nature surrounded by mountains on two sides and facing the sea to the south. It has a brave culture based on Zen Buddhism. If you are interested in Japanese history and culture and you like nature, this trip will satisfy you.

Highlights of Kamakura

The essence of Kamakura - A half-day trip to another world

From Tokyo, only one hour train ride takes you to another world, Kamakura, an ancient capital of samurais.Their spirit of "Zen" still remains anywhere. The passage of time is quite different from the one of megapolis Tokyo. I think three spots express the essence of Kamakura, Great Buddha (Kotoku-in Temple), Bamboo Temple (Hokoku-ji Temple) and First Shogun's Shrine (Tsuru-ga-oka Hachiman Guu).

The essence of Kamakura - A half-day trip to another world

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 .

Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Kamakura

geschichtliche Stadt Kamakura

Kamakura war eine Hauptstadt in der Kamakura-Zeit im 12.-14. Jh. Es gibt heute noch viele Tempels und Schreins wie in Kyoto. Sie koennen die Atmosphaere der Samurai-Zeit geniessen.

geschichtliche Stadt Kamakura

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 for a day trip from Tokyo, as it's only one hour away 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 is free) Or at JR Kamakura station.

Highlights of Kamakura Customized as you like

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

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.

Kamakura tour of fantastic, historical and magnificent spots

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.

Soul-Exploring Trip of Kamakura and Sutra Copying

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.

Best Memories of Kamakura

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.

Flowers in Kamakura: Great Buddha, Hasedera & Eishoji Temple

More Private Tours in Kamakura

Kamakura Private Tours

A Day in My Favorite Kamakura! Zen Temples, Matcha, Flowers & the Sea Breeze

A Day in My Favorite Kamakura! Zen Temples, Matcha, Flowers & the Sea Breeze

Ganz private Führung nach Ihren Wünschen durch Kamakura

Ganz private Führung nach Ihren Wünschen durch Kamakura

Kamakura by the sea

Kamakura by the sea

One day trip to Kamakura

One day trip to Kamakura

Exciting Kamakura - One Day Tour from Tokyo

Exciting Kamakura - One Day Tour from Tokyo

Hiro's Kamakura As-you-like One-day Tour

Hiro's Kamakura As-you-like One-day Tour

One-Day Ancient Wonders in Kamakura(Bamboo Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple)

One-Day Ancient Wonders in Kamakura(Bamboo Temple, Hachimangu Shrine, Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple)

Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide

Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide

This Is Your Half-Day Tour In Kamakura

This Is Your Half-Day Tour In Kamakura

Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!

Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!

Ancient Capital Kamakura Day Trip. Temples, Shrine, Local Food.

Ancient Capital Kamakura Day Trip. Temples, Shrine, Local Food.

Kamakura Legends: Temples, Shrines & Samurai

Kamakura Legends: Temples, Shrines & Samurai

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

Private tour "My favorite Kamakura"

KAMAKURA! What a perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Famous for Zen Buddhism and known as the first de facto capital established by the samurai, this town offers a splendid opportunity to enjoy a rustic yet solemn atmosphere.

Private tour "My favorite Kamakura"

Highlights of Kamakura

Highlights of Kamakura

The essence of Kamakura - A half-day trip to another world

The essence of Kamakura - A half-day trip to another world

Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Kamakura

Kahoko's Excursion from Tokyo to Kamakura

geschichtliche Stadt Kamakura

Kamakura war eine Hauptstadt in der Kamakura-Zeit im 12.-14. Jh. Es gibt heute noch viele Tempels und Schreins wie in Kyoto. Sie koennen die Atmosphaere der Samurai-Zeit geniessen.

geschichtliche Stadt Kamakura

Highlights of Kamakura Customized as you like

Highlights of Kamakura Customized as you like

Kamakura & Yokosuka: History of War and Peace Tour

Kamakura & Yokosuka: History of War and Peace Tour

Kamakura tour of fantastic, historical and magnificent spots

Kamakura tour of fantastic, historical and magnificent spots

Soul-Exploring Trip of Kamakura and Sutra Copying

Soul-Exploring Trip of Kamakura and Sutra Copying

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.

Best Memories of Kamakura

Flowers in Kamakura: Great Buddha, Hasedera & Eishoji Temple

Flowers in Kamakura: Great Buddha, Hasedera & Eishoji Temple

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