Blue sky, Great Buddha and us all
Given good luck inside Great Buddha
Took a good rest with a glass of wine
Enjoying cafe au lait at a charming cafe we found on our way to Great Buddha
We washed and purified some coins with the sacred water in the grotto.
At the gateway to Zeniarai (Money-washing)-Benten
Found a pair of gloves with a pattern of a cute little dog
Shopping at a shop on Komachi-dori Shopping street
In front of the main hall of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
The last photo of us all in front of Great Buddha
Such a beautiful afternoon with Great Buddha and the blue sky in the back
Big smiles with a plateful of special dishes for autumn at a restaurant
A girl in a colorful kimono for seven-five -three celebration was in front of us at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
In the bamboo forest at Hokokuji Temple
Enjoying chestnut yokan and matcha greentea at Kisenan tea ceremony house
Our first stop, Jomyoji Temple, which ranks the fifth of the great Zen Temples in Kamakura
The symbolic red lantern of Hase Temple gate
Giving Daikokuten, a happy god, a big hug for good luck
The main hall of Hase Temple, where eleven-headed Kannon statue is enshrined.
Behind us is Sagami Bay, part of the Pacific Ocean at Hase Temple.
Enjoyed cold soba noodles and ice-cold barley tea for lunch
All of us on the tour
Great Buddha welcomed us with a smile.
The water was refreshing on such a hot day.
Purifying coins with sacred fountain water of Zeniarai Benten Shrine
At Ni-no-Torii, the gate way to Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Zen garden in the bamboo garden
A bowl of hot matcha greentea on a very hot day was so good!
In front of the bamboo grove at Hokokuji Temple
Dropped by Masamune Sword and Blade Workshop on our way to Komachi-dori Shopping Street
Spring peonies were beautiful in Hase Temple.
Water pouring Jizo takes your bad karma away.
Great lunch time at a local seafood restaurant in Hase area
Great Buddha and the cherry blossoms welcomed us in Kotokuin Temple.
Enjoying beach walk at Zaimokuza Beach
By the graveyard of Naito family, the huge gravestones were overwhelming.
In front of the alter of the second floor of the gate
We were lucky that the gate of Komyoji Temple was open to public today.
Our tour has just started!
On top of Inamuragasaki Cape with Enoshima Island in the far back
In front of the gate of Hase Temple
Azaleas and Japanese quince were so beautiful in Hase Temple.
Touching the walls of inside Great Buddha brings you good luck!
Great Buddha together with such nice and jolly fellows
We could find a package of good greentea and matcha powdered greentea on Komachi-dori Shopping Street.
After praying in Shinto style at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Great Buddha is always smiling to us all.
The blue sky and the green trees are so beautiful at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Vermilion-colored Egara Tenjin Shrine is dedicated to the god of learning.
All of us in front of the main hall of Sugimoto Temple
With moss-covered stone staircase in the back at Sugimoto Temple, the oldest temple in Kamakura
Enjoying matcha greentea together with the peacefulness of the bamboo grove
At the entrance of the bamboo grove in Hokokuji Temple
Great Buddha welcomed us with the tender smile.
A good chance to see inside Great Buddha, the national treasure
With those countless small fox statues at Sasuke Inari Shrine
Under an early blooming cherry tree
At Zeni-arai (money-washing) Benten.
Purifying coins in the basket with the sacred spring water
Tempura for lunch.
All the fish and vegetables were nice and crispy.
Gingko nuts sold on the approach were so good!
On our way to Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine.
The sky is so blue!
The last photo with Great Buddha
Amazed at those so many small statues of white foxes at Sasuke Inari Shrine
Deep into the hillside of Kamakura at Sasuke Inari Shrine
Washing and purifying coins with the fountain water at Zeniarai-Benten
Look at this! Looks so delicious!
It's lunch time! Enjoyed local lunch boxes.
After visiting the main hall of Hachiman Shrine
Enjoying beautiful chrysanthemum bonsai in the precinct
In front of the third torii gate of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
In front of Katase-enoshima station, the last stop
Enoshima cats (Eno Neko) are also popular.
The well known snack in this island, Octopus senbei
Those stone lanterns were donated by kabuki acters in the Edo period.
At the big torii gate of Enoshima Shrine
Enoshima Island is welcoming us.
Luckily with a rare goshuin (pilgrimage inscription) on a special day
It's lunch time!!
En-ouji Temple, or Hell Temple, probably the scariest temple in Kamakura
The round window represents the state of enlightenment, at Meigetsuin Temple
World famous film director, Yasujiro Ozu is sleeping here.
In front of Hojo Garden
At Engakuji Temple in Kita Kamakura
Together with Great Buddha with big smiles
We are now inside Great Buddha!!
With the popular local train, Enoden Line, at Hase station
Lotus floweres were beautiful in Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
After praying to the god of learning at Egara Tenjin Shrine
In front of the moss-covered staircase at Sugimoto Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Kamakura
At the entrance of the bamboo grove in Hokokuji Temple
In the back of the statue is the vast ocean of Sagami Bay.
Cape Inamuragasaki offered a nice place to have a break
A lttle scholar just concentrating on the ants running around
With one of the most popular local train, Enoden, at Inamuragadaki station
In front of Hase Temple, the second oldest temple in Kamakura
With Great Buddha and such.a blue sky!
Enjoying icecream before taking a bus to Great Buddha
On our way down from the main hall of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
At the second torii gate of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Srine
Great Buddha and us together under the blue sky
With the 24th generation of Masamune, the great swordsmith in Kamakura
What a surprise! This happens once in a blue moon!!
Enjoyed varieties of toppings on bowls of rice for lunch
With a fortune paper of "great fortune" at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Egara Tenjin Shrine dedicated to the god of learning
The oldest temple in Kamakura, Sugimoto Temple
Enjoyed matcha powdered greentea in the bamboo grove
Our first stop, Hokokuji Temple, popular as the Bamboo Temple
We met Great Buddha and ended the whole
tour.
Daikoku-ten brings him a lot of good luck!
Inside the Sutra Hall at Hase Temple
Enjoyed lunch at a local seafood restaurant
He found a small crab!
The sea breeze softened the unbearable summer heat.
Starting our beach walk at Zaimokuza Beach
At a beautiful stone garden in Komyoji Temple
A Greek woman took this photo for us all.
At Nino-torii, the second torii gate, of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
With hydrangeas in full bloom
At Kamakura's oldest Buddhist temple, Sugimoto Temple
Enjoying the quiet and peaceful bamboo grove at Hokokuji Temple
Five of us with Great Buddha
In the popular local train on the way to our last stop, Great Buddha
At the entrance of Masamune Sword and Blade Workshop
Happy faces at a soba buckwheat noodle restaurant for lunch
Everyone drew good fortune at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine.
Purification at a hand-washing basin at Egara Tenjin Shrine
The moss-covered stone stairs at Kamakura's oldest temple, Sugimoto Temple
Young bamboos are growing here and there in the bamboo grove.
Enjoying matcha greentea at a teahouse of The Bamboo Temple
Three of us with Great Buddha
With Tsunahiro Yamamura, Masamune XXIV
So lucky we could see the sword making in the smithy at Masamune Sword and Blade Workshop
Lunch at a local soba buckwheat noodle restaurant
Near the staircase to the main hall of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
With the beautiful azalea in front of the main hall of the Bamboo Temple
At the gate of Hokokuji temple
The popular photo spot of Sugimoto Temple, the oldest Buddhist temple in Kamakura
In front of the main hall of Egara Tenjin Shrine dedicated to the god of learning
Lunch at a local soba noodle restaurant in the residential area
Under the red torii gates of Maruyama Inari Shrine at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
With the perfect view in the back at Kotokuin Temple
With Great Buddha
Good timing at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Big smiles in front of a pond and cherry blossoms
The best shot with Great Budddha and cherry blossoms
The great view spot at Hase Temple
With a weeping cherry in the back at Hase Temple
In front of a big cherry tree in full bloom at Hokokuji Temple
At the entrance of the peaceful bamboo garden in Hokokuji Temple
On the "Dankazura" walkway toward Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Great Buddha, cherry blossoms, and a cheerful family!
In front of a big relief of a sea goddess and a dragon at Enoshima Shrine
"The Bell of the Dragon's Love" at Enoshima Island promises eternal love.
The tour is almost over with a lot of memories.
At Kamakura station before saying good-bye
With swordsmith Mr.Tsunahiro, Masamune XXIV
The Hayama beef and the chef's performance were amazing!
Before saying good-bye at Kamakura station
An autumn-flowering cherry was in full blom.
The fresh baby sardines were great here for lunch.
Great Buddha is smiling softly to all of them.
Taking a break by the pond with doves, carp and turtles at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
A little bit taller than the beckoning cat!
Great Buddha, the last destination of the tour
At Hase station with the Enoden Line
Under the main hall of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Great Buddha and four of us with big smiles
In front of the gate of Hase temple
The last stop of this tour---Great Buddha of Kamakura
Great Buddha is smiling to them.
All together with Great Buddha
The tour is almost over here in front of Great Buddha.
Great Buddha is always watching us.
Welcomed by Great Buddha
Nearer to Great Buddha
Purification is the first thing to do.
The sacred rope was impressive at Hetsunomiya.
Great Buddha and the blue sky, and us
At the Enoden Kamakura station before saying good-bye
The white flags and moss-covered staircase are impressive.
The first stop, Hokokuji Temple
We all enjoyed matcha greentea viewing the beautiful bamboos.
The air is so refreshing here in the bamboo grove.
At the entrnce of the elephant bamboo grove in Hokokuji Temple, our first stop
Great Buddha is always welcoming us.
The Enoden Line, Japan's most popular local train
A set of vegetarian dishes for lunch
On the walkway, Dankazura
Winter peonies were in full bloom at the peony garden of Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine.
With the main hall in the back at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
The Japanese apricot was awesome at Egara Tenjin Shrine.
Under the sunshine filtering through the branches of the trees at Sugimoto Temple
At the entrance of the main hall of Sugimoto Temple, the oldest Buddhist Temple in Kamakura
Egara Tenjin Shrine, where the deity of learning is enshrined
Just before saying good-bye
Three brothers with the beautiful garden in the back at Hase Temple
Inside Great Buddha
Great Buddha and the blue sky
Purification at the hand wasing basin
In front of a juniper tree at Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Great Buddha and all of us!
The fortunes turned out great for both of the boys!
What will the fortune tell him?
Climbing up the staircase to the main hall
At the foot of the main hall of Tsurugaoka Hchiman Shrine
Enjoying matcha green tea in the peaceful bamboo garden
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Eri Y.
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Hello! I'm Eri. I'm originally from Iwate prefecture, and now I live in Fujisawa city, a popular seaside resort close to Kamakura. I've been guiding overseas tourists around Kamakura for several years. I really enjoy meeting people from all over the world and introducing the attractions of historical and present-day Kamakura and my neighborhood Enoshima Island. I look forward to meeting you soon!
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Bamboo Temple, Sugimoto Temple, and three other attractive spots in Kamakura
Kamakura
6 hours
We first take a bus to visit Bamboo Temple. After that we enjoy walking around the local residential areas while visiting two other places, Sugimoto Temple and Egara Tenjin shrine upto the fourth place, Tsurugaoka Hachiman Srine which was constructed by the first Shogun of the Kamakura Government. After lunch, we take the Enoden Line from Kamakura station to Hase and visit the last place Great Buddha. Komachi-dori shopping street and Masamune Sword and Blade Workshop are included by request.
FROM$174/ per group
Kamakura's three major spots and the great ocean views from Inamuragasaki
Kamakura
5 hours
Kamakura was once the capital of Japan where the first "samurai" government was established more than 800 years ago. On this tour we'll visit three most popular spots, Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, Great Buddha, and Hase Temple. After that we'll take the Enoden Line to Inamuragasaki station, which is two stops away from Hase station, to enjoy the great views of Sagami Bay, where you can see Enoshima Island, and if you are lucky, together with Mt.Fuji.
FROM$145/ per group
Walking tour to four popular places in Kamakura, Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, Zeniarai-Benten, Sasu
Kamakura
5 hours
Would you like to become rich in Kamakura? Zeniarai Benten, or Money-washing Benten is a unique place in Kamakura. Along with Zeniarai Benten, we will visit Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, and Great Buddha, and Sasuke Inari Shrine with many red torii gates on its approach. On our way we will also enjoy shopping on Komachi-dori shopping street and strolling around the quiet residential areas of Kamakura. As this tour is entirely on foot, comfortable walking shoes would be recommended on your visit.
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One day in Kamakura and Enoshima Island using Enoden Line
Kamakura
7 hours
On this tour, we'll first visit Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine which was constructed by the first Shogun, and take a train to visit Great Buddha in Hase area. Then again take the train to Enoshima station. A little walk from the station is Enoshima Island, an island of the legend of a dragon and sea goddess, the island has recently been very popular among many young couples as a power spot as well. On top of the island we can climb up on a lighthouse and if you are lucky, Mt. Fuji can be seen!!
FROM$203/ per group
Enjoy sea breeze of Kamakura: Komyoji Temple, Zaimokuza Beach walk, with Great Buddha and Hase Templ
Kamakura
5 hours
On this tour we first enjoy the beach area of Kamakura by taking a bus from Kamakura station to the extreme eastern side of Zaimokuza Beach and visit Komyoji Temple. This temple is the head temple of Jodo sect in eastern Japan. After the visit, we drop by a compound of huge tombstones belonging to the Naito family, and enjoy walking Zaimokuza Beach. Then take a bus to visit Great Buddha and Hase Temple. After coming back to Kamakura station by bus we'll enjoy shopping at Komachi-dori street.
FROM$145/ per group
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Dilys L.
5 / 5
May 29, 2024
One day in Kamakura and Enoshima Island enjoying seasonal flowers
Kamakura
7 hours
Customized
May 29, 2024
“Supreme experience in Kamakura and Enoshima Island”
It was fun to check out Kamakura and Enoshima island in a day. Eri san was an excellent guide and came prepared with all the information and history of the sites. It makes the tour so much more memorable. Eri was especially helpful when my phone ran out of battery and helped me took more pictures. Will definitely recommend anyone who wants a guided tour to ask for Eri.
Eri Y.
Thank you so much for such a nice review! I'm very happy that you are happy with those photos I took for you, which are full of your smile and your favorite flowers. I hope you'll go back home with only good memories of Japan. See you again in Kamakura!! Best wishes, Eri
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Svetlana L.
5 / 5
Mar 17, 2024
Bamboo Temple, Sugimoto Temple, and three other attractive spots in Kamakura
Kamakura
6 hours
Mar 17, 2024
“Excellent tour”
Eri is an excellent guide, her tour is well organized. We visited many places in Kamakura and she helped us to avoid crowds.
Eri Y.
Dear Svetlana, Thank you so much for your review! The tour day was such a cold day we all were in thick coats. But the weather changed for the better and we could enjoy ume, or Japanese apricot and a mimosa in full bloom, which was lucky. While strolling the places I myself had a great time talking with you two. Thank you so much for visiting Kamakura! Best wishes, Eri
“Delight in Kamakura”
Eri was a delight to be with in Kamakura. She was friendly and energetic. She gave a very nice tour of the city as we wandered through the city on foot. We discovered a new charming cafe. We would highly recommend her. Rajiv
Eri Y.
Dear Rajiv, Thank you so much for your review! Yes, Kamakura is really a walkable city and it may be the best way to get around the places especially on such a beautiful day as our tour day. From our start at Kamakura station, we walked all our way without taking a bus or train during the tour. We enjoyed three places, Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, Zeniarai Benten or Money-washing Benten, and our last stop, Great Buddha together with some shopping on the Komachi-dori shopping streetl. The cafe you wrote about was really nice to take s rest, wasn't it? I myself could experience the joy of leisurely walking to my heart's content. It was such pleasure meeting you all in Kamakura! Best wishes, Eri
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