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Kamakura Historical and Cultural Day Trip by Private Vehicle
Product code 297993P7
From
From JPY 118,000
Dates
Available from Jan 5, 2026
Start times
8:30 AM, 8:00 AM
Travelers
Traveler ages 0-120
Options
Kamakura Historical and Cultural Day Trip by Private Vehicle
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Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Zh Tw, Japanese, Zh Cn
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 118,000
Kamakura Historical and Cultural Day Trip by Private Vehicle





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Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Zh Tw, Japanese, Zh Cn
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Discover the former capital of Japan on a day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo. Learn about the city's history and culture, and enjoy the local cuisine. Take a 60-minute car ride from Tokyo to Kamakura. Visit the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, which was founded in 1063. Continue to the Kotokuin Temple, home to the Great Buddha of Kamakura. Admire the 13-meter-tall bronze statue, which dates back to 1252. Stroll through the Komachi Street, a shopping street lined with local shops and restaurants. Enjoy a delicious lunch of locally grown vegetables and fresh seafood from the nearby sea. After lunch, visit the Hasedera Temple, which is known for its beautiful gardens and the 9.18-meter-tall wooden statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Finish your tour with a visit to the Hokoku-ji temple, which is famous for its beautiful bamboo garden. Take in the views of the sea and the surrounding mountains before returning to Tokyo.
Overview
Discover the former capital of Japan on a day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo. Learn about the city's history and culture, and enjoy the local cuisine. Take a 60-minute car ride from Tokyo to Kamakura. Visit the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, which was founded in 1063. Continue to the Kotokuin Temple, home to the Great Buddha of Kamakura. Admire the 13-meter-tall bronze statue, which dates back to 1252. Stroll through the Komachi Street, a shopping street lined with local shops and restaurants. Enjoy a delicious lunch of locally grown vegetables and fresh seafood from the nearby sea. After lunch, visit the Hasedera Temple, which is known for its beautiful gardens and the 9.18-meter-tall wooden statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. Finish your tour with a visit to the Hokoku-ji temple, which is famous for its beautiful bamboo garden. Take in the views of the sea and the surrounding mountains before returning to Tokyo.
What's Included
Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
No exclusions listed.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
40 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 1
Visitors to Kamakura tend to overlook this lovely little Zen temple of the Rinzai sect that was built in 1334, but it's worth a look. This temple is also famous for the beautiful bamboos. About 2000 bamboos make the place a photographers paradise.
Stop 2
40 minutes
Stop 2
This shrine is dedicated to the legendary emperor Ojin, his wife, and his mother. It later became the head shrine of Minamoto Yoritomo, the founder and first shogun of the Kamakura government.
Stop 3
30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 3
The only temple in Kamakura facing the sea, this is one of the most beautiful temples when it comes to seasonal flowers. And the largest carved-wood statue in Japan is enshrined.
Stop 4
30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 4
The Great Buddha of Kamakura (Kamakura Daibutsu) is a bronze statue of Amida Buddha, which stands on the grounds of Kotokuin Temple. The statue was cast in 1252, three centuries before Europeans reached Japan.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
5 reviews
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