Free cancellation with conditions
Enjoy an excursion from Tokyo to Kamakura, with the option to take part in a cultural activity!
Kamakura is a city to the southwest of Tokyo and about an hour by train. It was the seat of the military Tokugawa shogunate from the 12th to the 14th century. Both a seaside and historic town, it's famous for its peaceful temples, traditional alleyways and beaches, and is as popular with tourists as it is with surfers.
You'll meet your guide at Shinjuku station in Tokyo, and catch a train to Kamakura, with a changeover to catch the Enoden train which runs along the Pacific coast.
The first visit is to the Hasedera Buddhist Temple, known for its garden and numerous Buddha statues. The Hasedera Temple is on a hill, so you'll get a fantastic panoramic view of the city and the sea from the temple's upper floor.
Your guide will then take you to see the city's emblem: the Daibutsu, or Great Buddha, located in the grounds of the Kotoku-in temple. This impressive bronze Buddha statue is over 11 metres high and one of the most famous in Japan.
Once done, you'll hop back on the Enoden train and head to the city centre. You'll get to stroll along the Komachi-dori shopping street which is a lively part of town lined with souvenir shops, cafés and food stalls. After a short walk, you'll reach Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Kamakura's main shrine that dates back to the 11th century.
The guided tour will end at the shrine, but you can continue to enjoy the afternoon exploring the rest of Kamakura at your own pace using the transport pass provided, which is also valid for the return journey to Tokyo.
You can also choose to take part in an optional traditional activity at the end of the tour - choose from:
- Kimono rental
- Rickshaw ride.
