Whispers of Kamakura: Jean’s Full-Day Daibutsu & Hidden Walk

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5 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: Japanese and 5 more

Experience Japan's most famous temples and shrines, including Kotokuin (Great Buddha) in Kamakura, on a 5-hour walking tour. Includes a delicious lunch at our restaurant.

Knowledgeable local guides will lead you through the rich history behind such sights as the serene Sasuke Inari Shrine and the Zenarai Benzaiten Shrine. In addition, you will be awed by the 14-meter-high Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Kamakura) at Kotokuin Temple. The statue was built in the 13th century. A delicious lunch at La Terrasse Zen will give you a taste of traditional flavors in a peaceful atmosphere and give you time to recharge before the next part of your adventure. The tour continues at the serene Eishoji Temple, where you will get a unique perspective on Kamakura's cultural heritage. Your satisfaction is guaranteed.
At Yuigahama Beach, you can end the tour in a relaxed manner, enjoying the beautiful seaside as much as you like.

What's Included

Bottled water
Entrance fee
Lunch
Restroom on board
Other personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
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Meeting point

Our Jean's KAMAKURA GUIDED TOURS desk is located 1 minute walking distance from the Kamakura JR station West Exit. Right at the West Exit please turn right, walk 10 meters, then again turn right at the very first narrow street. Walk along for 30 meters to arrive to Hotel new kamakura.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Sasuke Inari Shrine is about a 20-minute walk from Kamakura Station. During our visit, you'll explore this Shinto shrine, which is dedicated to the fox.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Zeniarai Benten Shrine is a popular shrine in Kamakura, which people visit to wash their money (zeniarai means "coin washing"). It is said that money washed in the shrine's spring, will double.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Visit to Kotoku-in Temple and exploration of the bronze statue of Amitabha Buddha, commonly known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Our special "bento" lunch with Japanese tea will be served at our restaurant La Terrasse Zen. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate it to the Special Requirements at the time of booking.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Eisyo-ji Temple is the only nunnery in Kamakura. We will visit the temple and take a pleasant walk through the serene bamboo forest.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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