Japanese Sweets Making and Great Buddha in Kamakura

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Kamakura, Japan

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Would you like to make authentic Japanese sweets?
In just 3 hours, you can try making traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) and visit the famous Great Buddha.

You can make seasonal Japanese sweets at a world-famous shop.
The designs change every month — cherry blossoms, fireworks, Christmas, and more.
Friendly staff will teach you how to make them step by step, and I’ll help by translating everything into English.
After you finish, you can enjoy your handmade sweets with matcha or take them home with you.

The Great Buddha of Kamakura is one of Japan’s most iconic statues.
I’ll share the mysteries behind the Great Buddha,and you can even step inside his massive body!

During the tour, we’ll also stop by some souvenir and local food spots.You can also enjoy a beautiful view of the ocean.

Join me for an exciting, easy-to-follow tour filled with local secrets!
Make you enjoy and share unforgettable moments!

What's Included

Traditional sweets making lesson
Local guide (English-speaking guide)
Entrances fee to Kotoku-in
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Hase Station

More details will be provided after booking.

End point
Kotoku-in

This activity ends in Kotoku-in(the place of Great Buddha).

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kamakura

    In the wagashi-making experience, you’ll make three seasonal sweets, each with a unique shape reflecting the time of year. Don’t worry, I’ll guide you through the process and share interesting details about the history of wagashi. You can enjoy the sweets on the spot or take them home as souvenirs. (If you’d like, you can also enjoy a cup of matcha for an additional 550 yen.)

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You can see great view of the ocean. It is a popular spot among the local people.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)

    The Great Buddha of Kamakura, located at Kotoku-in Temple, is an iconic 13.35-meter bronze statue of Buddha, weighing 121 tonnes. It has stood for over 750 years and is Kamakura’s only Buddhist national treasure. As Japan’s second tallest bronze Buddha, it’s a must-see.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
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