Kimono experience and temple tour in Kamakura

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6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Lead by me ,a 10 year resident of Japan, licensed kimono teacher, and international lecturer; as well as tea ceremony practitioner. Let me guide you in one of my favorite towns right outside Tokyo. Get away from the hustle of Tokyo to quiet Kita-Kamakura. Learn how to walk, sit, and pose elegantly in Kimono while we enjoy the peaceful Zen of nature all around. Kimono, matcha, seasonal lunch, and sweets! What could be more exciting for your visit in Japan? Elegant but not stiff we will learn some history and etiquette but mostly we will just feel. Feel the wind, feel the silk, feel the warm tea bowl and be at peace

What's Included

kaiseki lunch
both temple entrance fees
Kimono rental basic package
matcha and wagashi at engakuji, as well as honey pudding or other sweets at Tenshin tea house

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Kamakura Station

take Yokosuka or Shonan Shinjuku line from Shinjuku station or use google maps to find best route from hotel or desired location

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Kimono Rental Kamakura Imakoji

    Choose from a selection of formal, casual, or retro kimono with the help of me, your kimono teacher and guide. Learn a little about the difference in patterns and formality as we pick something to fit your style.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Engaku-ji

    Visit one of the five great zen temples first established in Japan. View the great Shaka Buddha in the grand hall and kanji Shojo, the grand Sanmon gate, and more. Here will be our first zen moment in the monks quarters. After we will enjoy sweets and matcha while learning a bit about tea etiquette

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    enjoy organic matcha and japanese sweets inside of Engakuji Temple

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Indulge in a refined Kaiseki style lunch at Hachinoki, a local favorite known for its seasonal elegance. You will enjoy beautifully plated, traditional dishes in an atmosphere fitting to kimono.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)

    explore the lush garden of the Temple of the clear moon. Lined with whimsical rabbits and a bamboo forest overlooking the dry Zen garden of the hydrangea temple of Kamakura

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 6

    Enjoy the hustle and bustle of Kamakura's most popular shopping street on the way back to the kimono shop

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • because kimono is restricted in sizes it may be difficult to accommodate all heights and body sizes
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Tags

Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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