Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Kotokuin Temple is famous for having the three largest Buddha statues in Japan. You will be amazed at its size. It is also the only temple in the deeply historical city of Kamakura where you can even enter the inside of the Great Buddha. It is also a popular spot for tourists of all nationalities. After visiting Kotokuin, enjoy shopping for Kamakura souvenirs! You can see everything from famous ninja weapons such as shuriken and swords to more familiar items such as magnets and playing cards.

What's Included

Entrance fee to the womb of the Great Buddha
tour guide
Entrance fee for Kotokuin Temple (visit to the Great Buddha)
Shopping cost at each stores (it depends on the guest and store)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Let's meet in front of Tully's Coffee.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    The store sells a variety of bean products and is famous in Japan. Why not buy a variety of souvenirs?

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    A representative temple of Kamakura. It is home to the Great Buddha of Kamakura and is crowded with many people from Japan and abroad. It is a place worth visiting at least once if you visit Kamakura. It is one of the three great Buddha statues in Japan (Kamakura, Nara, and Gifu). It is the only temple in the deeply historical city of Kamakura where you can even enter the Great Buddha.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    This souvenir shop is located in front of the Daibutsu-sama gate. Once inside the store, you will be surprised to see a display of imitation swords and other weapons. This store has a very good selection of shuriken and swords. If you find something you like, you can buy it.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visitors can shop for souvenirs of Kamakura and other Japanese cultural items at the stores. We hope you will find your favorite souvenirs to remember your trip to Japan.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Religious Tours
Small Group
New Product
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