First time in Kamakura? Enjoy a Tour of All Must-sees!
Kamakura, Japanby OTOMO Travel Guide
- 7.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Kamakura is a famous tourist destination visited by people throughout the year. The reason why Kamakura is attractive is related to the 12-14th centuries. At that time, powerful samurais were carrying out Japanese politics in Kamakura. The city is very prosperous, and buildings such as majestic shrines were built to show their power. When the politics in Kamakura is over, the popularity of the precious shrines and temples that remain in the rich nature will increase, and it will be revived as a tourist destination from the 17th century. And even today, a rich cultural atmosphere has surprised and impressed people. This tour will introduce the most popular spots in Kamakura in one day.
What's included
- Private tour
- Necessary expenses for the tour guide
- Tour Guide
- Estimated Costs of the Tour: 5,300 JPY per Person
- Breakdown: Transportation: 900 JPY, Admission Fees: 2,650 JPY, Meal costs: 1,000 JPY per Person
- Optional Experience Costs: 660 JPY per Person
- Private van
- Pick up/Drop off service
Itinerary
- 1
Jomyo-ji Temple
40 min
Jyomyoji Temple: This is a temple where you can enjoy delicious matcha while watching the beautiful Japanese garden. Experience Japanese culture and spend a relaxing and elegant time.
- 2
Hokoku-ji Temple
20 min
Hokokuji Temple: A famous temple with about 2,000 bamboo forests. It is a very popular photo spot when it is possible to take overwhelmingly beautiful photos, so take a look at the superb view with your camera.
- 3
Kamakura Komachidori
1 hour
Komachi street: A street lined with restaurants and souvenir shops that run from Kamakura Station to Tsuruoka Hachimangu. Many local foods can only be eaten in Kamakura and some that cannot be bought. Why don't you stop by the store you like?
- 4
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
45 min
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu: A shrine with a history of over 1000 years. This shrine is known as a power spot that you should visit. This shrine was worshiped by Genji who ruled Japan during the Kamakura era. Here is one of the most important places in Kamakura as it was said that the guardian deity of samurai warriors was located.
- 5
Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)
30 min
Meigetsu-in: One room with a large round window is a popular temple. You can see the beautiful garden over the round window, and feel the harmony with nature and the silence. It is also a famous temple for hydrangea, and many people visit from all over the country to see how hydrangea blooms.
- 6
Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura
35 min
Kotoku-in: This is a temple where the famous giant Buddha statue, "Kamakura Daibutsu", is located. The height is more than 11m! You can even go inside the statue. Enjoy the Buddhist statue experience that can be enjoyed from both outside and inside!
- 7
Hasedera Temple
45 min
Hasedera Temple: A temple also called "Flower Temple", where you can enjoy the plants of all four seasons. There are many spots to see in the very large grounds, and you can take a walk while climbing the mountain or entering the cave. You can enjoy Japanese culture experience with cute amulets and funny fortune-telling paper.
Meeting and pickup
JR Kamakura Station, in front of East ticket gate *Please note that this is NOT Kita-kamakura Station.
End point
JR Kamakura Station, in front of East ticket gate *Please note that this is NOT Kita-kamakura Station.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All transportation costs, entrance fees, food and drink costs, etc. incurred at the visited spots, will be borne by the customer.
- Please wear comfortable clothing as you will be walking a lot.
- Due to the many stairs in the areas visited on this tour, it is difficult for wheelchair users to participate.
- Please understand that tour spots might be changed to alternative spots in case of temporary closure.
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- Some of the spots we will visit on the day do not accept credit cards. Please remember to bring cash.
- If you are unable to make it to the meeting point by the start time, there is a possibility that we might not be able to provide the full experience this tour has to offer, due to the time taken to get to the meeting point via public transport. Please ensure that you have ample time to get to the meeting point on time.
- If the weather is bad on the day, there is a possibility that the means of transportation, destinations, and routes may be changed.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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