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Kamakura is a small historic town that became the first samurai government center in the late 12th century. Surrounded by mountains on three sides and facing the ocean, its natural geography made it easy to defend against invasions. Kamakura is also famous for its many Zen Buddhist temples and for housing one of Japan’s largest bronze Buddha statues at Kotokuin Temple. Our experienced, licensed English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout this charming town, sharing stories of how the samurai rose to power after the emperor’s reign and how Zen Buddhism spread during that era. It’s the perfect one-day trip when you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and enjoy a peaceful, serene atmosphere.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
An additional charge may apply if your hotel is not on the designated pick-up list. We will inform you of the exact meeting point and time once your reservation is confirmed.
Itinerary
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Once you’ve been picked up, we’ll take a subway or local train to a major hub such as Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ikebukuro, or Shinagawa. From there, we’ll board the JR Yokosuka Line (or the Shonan-Shinjuku Line) to Kamakura Station, which takes approximately one hour. We’ll travel in the luxurious Green Car for both the outbound and return journeys. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a comfortable and scenic ride to Kamakura!
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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statue of the Great Buddha in Kamakura is one of the most famous Buddhist statues in Japan. Since the wooden hall that once housed it was destroyed long ago, the statue now sits outdoors, beautifully framed by greenery and sky. It has been designated as a National Treasure.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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This renowned local temple is located on a hillside overlooking a stunning ocean view. It has a long history, and its principal image is a tall statue of Kannon Bodhisattva, carved from a single solid tree. During the rainy season, the temple attracts many visitors who come to see the countless hydrangea flowers in full bloom across the temple grounds.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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We’ll take a local train (Enoden) to Kamakura Station, then stroll through the famous Komachi Street, a lively shopping lane lined with souvenir shops, street food stands, and restaurants. For lunch, you can choose between an authentic Japanese-style meal or a unique Western-style dish with Japanese influences.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This is one of the most renowned Shinto shrines in Japan, located on the former site of the first samurai government. Here, you’ll learn how the samurai rose to power and ruled the nation for centuries. The shrine is also home to many unique examples of Shinto architecture that are well worth seeing.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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From the shrine, we’ll take a bus to Hokokuji Temple, a renowned Zen Buddhist temple known for its stunning bamboo grove and beautiful dry landscape garden of sand and rocks. In this peaceful setting, you can enjoy a cup of matcha tea at a serene teahouse nestled within the bamboo forest.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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We’ll take the JR Yokosuka Line back to Tokyo on the comfortable Green Car, arriving at a major station such as Tokyo, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Shinagawa, or Ikebukuro in about one hour. From there, your guide will escort you back to your hotel using the subway.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A subway or local JR train will be used after picking you up at your hotel, and the same applies for the drop-off service.
- If your hotel is situated outside our designated pick-up range and alternative transportation, such as a subway, is not feasible, guests are responsible for covering the fare. This includes the cost for both the guide's transportation to the first destination and from the last destination back to your hotel.
- Due to weather condition or other operational reasons, the itinerary may be subject to change or certain visits may be omitted or substituted. Even in such circumstances, the tour may not be canceled, and the tour fare will not be refunded.
- The tour involves a good amount of walking including many staircases outdoors. We suggest wearing sneakers or comfortable shoes.
- Please prepare rain gear, such as umbrella or a raincoat, in case of bad weather.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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