Kamakura used to be a center of politics in the 12th century.
There are many historical places from that period. There are lots of shrines and temples.
We use public transportation to visit sites.
Since we are using public transportation to get around the area, we may be able to visit 3 or 4 spots.
I will arrange the itinerary depending on your interests and needs.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide’s admission fee if any
Guide’s transportation fee
English speaking professional guide
Guide’s lunch fee
Your transportation fee(in Kamakura, we are going to use a train and a bus)
Hase-dera Temple
Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
Meeting Points
Departure
Kamakura Station
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This Buddhist temple is famous for Open-Air Buddha.
You can climb inside of the Great Buddha just like the Statue of Liberty in the U.S. *see below
Admission fee: \200/adults, \150/elementary school kids,
*if you want to go inside the Great Buddha, extra 20yen per person is needed.
1 hour
2
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine is one of the popular shrines in Japan.
This Shinto Shrine was originally built in the middle of 12th century.
After several generations, Minamoto no Yoritomo, the first Shogun in Kamakura Shogunate moved.
1 hour
3
Hase-dera Temple
This Buddhist temple is famous for its eleven-faced statue of Kannon.
Kannon is the Goddess of Mercy. She saves people from sufferings.
This temple also has a beautiful flower garden. In June, hydrangea flowers are in full bloom.
*admission fee: \300/adults, \100/elementary school children
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Jomyo-ji Temple
This temple was built in 1188, one of the fifth great zen temple.
We can have Japanese powdered green tea called macha with sweets here.
Admission fee: \100/adults (over 14 year olds), \50/children(less than 15year old)
1 hour
5
Kamakura Komachidori
This street is the main streed of Kamakura. There are lots of shops, stall, and restaurants.
Since Kamakura is very close to the sea, there are lots of good seafood restaurants.
It is said that the vegetables harvested in Kamakura are very fresh an good.
