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Kamakura

6 hours

Family-Friendly Kamakura Samurai Experience Tour With Mochi-Making Option

Kamakura is a historic city where nature and tradition come together beautifully. Step into a world of peaceful temples and seasonal scenery, where time seems to slow down. Walk through a tranquil bamboo grove, admire the Great Buddha, and you can even meet the samurai warrior! (When you choose option) Discover your own special side of Kamakura while experiencing its rich history.

Family-Friendly Kamakura Samurai Experience Tour With Mochi-Making Option

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

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

Private Day Tour to Kamakura – Great Buddha & Hasedera Temple

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.

Private Day Tour to Kamakura – Great Buddha & Hasedera Temple

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

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

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!

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

Sacred Kamakura: Zen, Samurai Heritage & Retreat Culture

This highlight tour of Kamakura lets you experience its Zen temples, samurai heritage, and retreat culture in a single journey. We’ll visit the city’s most famous landmarks while also exploring quiet backstreets filled with everyday life, offering a well-rounded view of Kamakura’s history, Buddhist culture, scenery, and local lifestyle — all in a compact and memorable experience.

Sacred Kamakura: Zen, Samurai Heritage & Retreat Culture

Deep dive private half day tour of Enoshima

Experience the coastal magic and ancient legends of Enoshima Island on this immersive half-day walking tour. As your private guide, I will lead you through a personal journey to the island's historic shrines, sharing the fascinating stories and traditions of Enoshima. Beyond the history, we will check out the local food scene; whether you are craving street snacks or prefer a leisurely sit-down meal with panoramic ocean views, I’ll ensure you find the perfect flavors to match your palate.

Deep dive private half day tour of Enoshima

Kamakura Photo Walk Full-Day Tour: Temples, Coast & Enoden Ride

Explore the best of Kamakura on a relaxed full-day tour, combining history, culture, and coastal views. Starting at Kamakura Station, we visit Tsurugaoka Hachimangu via Dankazura and explore Enno-ji Temple, then return through Komachi Street. We take the Enoden to Hase and enjoy lunch. After lunch, we visit Hasedera Temple and the Great Buddha. Then, we visit Kamakura kokomae Station and enjoy a short time by the sea. I will also take photos during the tour so you can keep great memories.

Kamakura Photo Walk Full-Day Tour: Temples, Coast & Enoden Ride

Discover Ofuna, Kamakura & Enoshima: Temples, Shrines & Scenic Coastal Views with a Licensed Guide

Discover the highlights of the Kamakura area, once the center of Japan’s samurai rule from the late 12th century to 1333. While relatively stable, this period also faced two Mongol invasions as well as earthquakes, epidemics, and famines, which shaped society. During this time, Kamakura Buddhism spread among both samurai and common people. Today, its legacy lives on in Zen temples, historic shrines, and spiritual traditions. Enjoy peaceful gardens, vibrant streets, and coastal views.

Discover Ofuna, Kamakura & Enoshima: Temples, Shrines & Scenic Coastal Views with a Licensed Guide

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

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.

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

Kamakura (Bicycle) Temple Tour

I highly recommend renting bicycles but the tour can also be done by walking/public transportation We will start the tour at Kamakura Station where we will pick up our bicycles so we can easily move through Kamakura and visit many beautiful places within our time together. The temples and shrines I recommend are: Engaku-ji, Hokoku-ji, Tsurugaoka Hachiman-gu, Kotoku-in, Hase-Dera, and Zeniarai Benten Shrine. I will also show you a shop where you can buy genuine Japanese souvenirs if interested.

Kamakura (Bicycle) Temple Tour

Kamakura: A Private Journey Through History and Aesthetic Beauty

English: The Hidden Soul of Kamakura Explore Kamakura’s hidden gems, from rugged medieval passes and mystical cave shrines to exquisite Soba dining in a historic mansion. A perfect blend of spiritual tradition, local art, and serene nature. I can flexibly shorten or modify the course content to meet your preferences. Spanish: Explora la historia samurái en Kamakura. Camina por senderos antiguos, lava dinero para la suerte y disfruta comida tradicional. ¡Es una experiencia única y natural!

Kamakura: A Private Journey Through History and Aesthetic Beauty

Hidden Kamakura and their slow life - Half day walking tour

Kamakura is now one of the most famous tourist cities in Japan. There are a lot of popular spots. My tour gives you the feel of true Kamakura and the day in the life. I will take you into more deeply mountain side of Kamakura to see a couple of silent spots and to experience Japanese traditional culture and history. Let's walk through local path from spot to spot and I will present the history of Kamakura era - why the leader selected this city as the first capitol managed by Samurai.

Hidden Kamakura and their slow life - Half day walking tour

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

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)

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 OPTION【 Enoshima Island Lit-up Events 】, check the details on itinerary. Summer Aug 01 - Sep 23, 2026, Winter (TBA)

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"

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!

Kamakura Highlights with Local Expert - from Tokyo

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

More Private Tours in Kamakura

Kamakura Private Tours

Family-Friendly Kamakura Samurai Experience Tour With Mochi-Making Option

Family-Friendly Kamakura Samurai Experience Tour With Mochi-Making Option

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

Kamakura by the sea

Kamakura by the sea

Private Day Tour to Kamakura – Great Buddha & Hasedera Temple

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.

Private Day Tour to Kamakura – Great Buddha & Hasedera Temple

One-day tour from Kita-Kamakura to Enoshima

One-day tour from Kita-Kamakura to Enoshima

Exciting Kamakura - One Day Tour from Tokyo

Exciting Kamakura - One Day Tour from Tokyo

Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!

Explore the connection between the Samurai Government and Buddhism!

Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide

Discover Kamakura & Enoshima in 1 Day with a Licensed guide

Sacred Kamakura: Zen, Samurai Heritage & Retreat Culture

Sacred Kamakura: Zen, Samurai Heritage & Retreat Culture

Deep dive private half day tour of Enoshima

Deep dive private half day tour of Enoshima

Kamakura Photo Walk Full-Day Tour: Temples, Coast & Enoden Ride

Kamakura Photo Walk Full-Day Tour: Temples, Coast & Enoden Ride

Discover Ofuna, Kamakura & Enoshima: Temples, Shrines & Scenic Coastal Views with a Licensed Guide

Discover Ofuna, Kamakura & Enoshima: Temples, Shrines & Scenic Coastal Views with a Licensed Guide

Kamakura Legends: Temples, Shrines & Samurai

Kamakura Legends: Temples, Shrines & Samurai

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

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

This Is Your Half-Day Tour In Kamakura

This Is Your Half-Day Tour In Kamakura

Kamakura (Bicycle) Temple Tour

Kamakura (Bicycle) Temple Tour

Kamakura: A Private Journey Through History and Aesthetic Beauty

Kamakura: A Private Journey Through History and Aesthetic Beauty

Hidden Kamakura and their slow life - Half day walking tour

Hidden Kamakura and their slow life - Half day walking tour

Highlights of Kamakura

Highlights of Kamakura

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)

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"

Kamakura Highlights with Local Expert - from Tokyo

Kamakura Highlights with Local Expert - from Tokyo

One day trip to Kamakura

One day trip to Kamakura

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Private tour 　"My favorite Kamakura"

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