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Slide 1 of 3, View of the ocean from a window in Kamakura, with a person walking along the seaside path.
View of the ocean from a window in Kamakura, with a person walking along the seaside path.

Kamakura Private Walking Tour with Great Buddha and Enoden Train

Flexible
  • Trace Kamakura's samurai past as you move between the Great Buddha, shrines, and temples, linking each stop into one story of power and faith.
  • Meet your local guide at the start point, then follow a 5-hour walking route that weaves through city streets, back lanes, and an Enoden train ride.
  • Spend time at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine as you walk its avenues, halls, and ponds and hear how it connects to Kamakura's role as a samurai capital.
  • Explore Komachi Street for crafts and street food, then continue to Hase-dera Temple to view the Kannon statue and take in views over the sea.
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  • Trace Kamakura's samurai past as you move between the Great Buddha, shrines, and temples, linking each stop into one story of power and faith.
  • Meet your local guide at the start point, then follow a 5-hour walking route that weaves through city streets, back lanes, and an Enoden train ride.
  • Spend time at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine as you walk its avenues, halls, and ponds and hear how it connects to Kamakura's role as a samurai capital.
  • Explore Komachi Street for crafts and street food, then continue to Hase-dera Temple to view the Kannon statue and take in views over the sea.
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¥19,000
Slide 1 of 9, Hakone Tozan train arriving at a station surrounded by greenery in Hakone, Japan.
Hakone Tozan train arriving at a station surrounded by greenery in Hakone, Japan.

Hakone & Kamakura 3-Day Transportation Pass

Extended validity
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  • Unlimited access to 9 Hakone area transport options like the Hakone Tozan Train, Ropeway, Sightseeing Cruise, and more.

  • Travel seamlessly between Hakone and Kamakura with unlimited rides on the Enoden Line and Odakyu Lines. Plu

  • Discover top attractions like Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, Owakudani Valley, and the Great Buddha of Kamakura.

  • Special perks: Get exclusive discounts at over 90 attractions, from museums to scenic spots.

  • Fun fact: Hakone’s Ropeway offers some of the best views of Mt. Fuji on clear days.

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  • Unlimited access to 9 Hakone area transport options like the Hakone Tozan Train, Ropeway, Sightseeing Cruise, and more.

  • Travel seamlessly between Hakone and Kamakura with unlimited rides on the Enoden Line and Odakyu Lines. Plu

  • Discover top attractions like Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, Owakudani Valley, and the Great Buddha of Kamakura.

  • Special perks: Get exclusive discounts at over 90 attractions, from museums to scenic spots.

  • Fun fact: Hakone’s Ropeway offers some of the best views of Mt. Fuji on clear days.

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¥8,520
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From Tokyo: Kamakura and Enoshima Guided Day Trip

9 hrs
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  • Trade Tokyo's bustle for Kamakura and Enoshima in one easy booking, with hotel pickup and return so you relax while your driver handles the road.
  • Your expert guide curates the Kamakura itinerary, sharing history at each site and steering you through Komachi Street and Sankeien Garden.
  • Begin at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, then stand before the bronze Great Buddha at Kōtoku-in as your guide traces Kamakura's samurai-era roots.
  • Climb Hasedera Temple's hillside paths for Sagami Bay views, wander Hokokuji's bamboo forest, then finish on Enoshima Island by the Sea Candle.
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  • Trade Tokyo's bustle for Kamakura and Enoshima in one easy booking, with hotel pickup and return so you relax while your driver handles the road.
  • Your expert guide curates the Kamakura itinerary, sharing history at each site and steering you through Komachi Street and Sankeien Garden.
  • Begin at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, then stand before the bronze Great Buddha at Kōtoku-in as your guide traces Kamakura's samurai-era roots.
  • Climb Hasedera Temple's hillside paths for Sagami Bay views, wander Hokokuji's bamboo forest, then finish on Enoshima Island by the Sea Candle.
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¥65,000
Slide 1 of 7, Visitors at Hase-dera Temple entrance in Kamakura, Japan, under a clear blue sky.
Visitors at Hase-dera Temple entrance in Kamakura, Japan, under a clear blue sky.

From Tokyo: Kamakura Great Buddha, Hase-dera & Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Walking Tour

Flexible
  • Meet the Great Buddha of Kamakura with an expert guide, and see how this former capital grew around faith, power, and ceremony over centuries.
  • Begin in Tokyo, meet your guide, then continue to Kamakura for a guided walking tour through the city’s historic highlights.
  • Follow your guide from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine through Komachi Street, hearing stories of Samurai rule as you pass shops, alleys, and gates.
  • Continue to Hase-dera Temple by Enoden train, view the 11-headed Kannon statue, then step onto the terrace for sweeping Pacific views.
  • Choose between private, group, or standard shared guided formats, and match the tour style to how you most prefer to explore Kamakura.
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  • Meet the Great Buddha of Kamakura with an expert guide, and see how this former capital grew around faith, power, and ceremony over centuries.
  • Begin in Tokyo, meet your guide, then continue to Kamakura for a guided walking tour through the city’s historic highlights.
  • Follow your guide from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine through Komachi Street, hearing stories of Samurai rule as you pass shops, alleys, and gates.
  • Continue to Hase-dera Temple by Enoden train, view the 11-headed Kannon statue, then step onto the terrace for sweeping Pacific views.
  • Choose between private, group, or standard shared guided formats, and match the tour style to how you most prefer to explore Kamakura.
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¥11,000
Slide 1 of 14, Great Buddha of Kamakura statue in Japan surrounded by trees.
Great Buddha of Kamakura statue in Japan surrounded by trees.

From Tokyo: Kamakura & Hasedera Day Trip with Kotoku In Temple, Enoshima, Enoden Train, & More

10 hrs
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  • Explore Kamakura and the Shonan coast on a guided day trip from Tokyo, taking in historic temples, samurai-era icons and coastal scenery, with smooth transfers from Tokyo or Shinjuku Station.

  • A company of English/Japanese/Chinese-speaking good, get easy transfers, access the Enoden tram access, entry to Enoshima Shrine and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.

  • Visit Kotoku-in’s famous 13th-century bronze Buddha and ride the classic Enoden line, known for its coastal views and frequent appearances in Japanese films and anime.

  • Discover Enoshima coastal island filled with Benzaiten legends, sea views and spiritual spots, including Enoshima Shrine and the White Dragon King spring.

  • See Kamakura’s most important Shinto shrine, recognised for its historic grounds and seasonal blooms and walk the popular street from Kamakura Station to the shrine, packed with snacks, local crafts and souvenir shops.

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  • Explore Kamakura and the Shonan coast on a guided day trip from Tokyo, taking in historic temples, samurai-era icons and coastal scenery, with smooth transfers from Tokyo or Shinjuku Station.

  • A company of English/Japanese/Chinese-speaking good, get easy transfers, access the Enoden tram access, entry to Enoshima Shrine and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.

  • Visit Kotoku-in’s famous 13th-century bronze Buddha and ride the classic Enoden line, known for its coastal views and frequent appearances in Japanese films and anime.

  • Discover Enoshima coastal island filled with Benzaiten legends, sea views and spiritual spots, including Enoshima Shrine and the White Dragon King spring.

  • See Kamakura’s most important Shinto shrine, recognised for its historic grounds and seasonal blooms and walk the popular street from Kamakura Station to the shrine, packed with snacks, local crafts and souvenir shops.

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¥9,800
Slide 1 of 10, Enoshima Railway train traveling along the coast in Kamakura with Mount Fuji in the background.
Enoshima Railway train traveling along the coast in Kamakura with Mount Fuji in the background.

From Tokyo: Kamakura & Yokohama Night Tour with Enoshima, Enoden Train, Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, & More

10 hrs
1 more

  • Join a small group English-guided tour for a personalized experience with expert insights into Kamakura and Yokohama’s highlights with easy transfers from Shinju Station.

  • Explore Enoshima, the iconic coastal island known for Benzaiten legends, shrines, sea views and charming walking paths.

  • Ride the Enoden railway, a beloved seaside tram featured in anime and films, with sweeping Shonan Coast views.

  • Spend time at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Kamakura’s most important Shinto site with deep samurai heritage.

  • Enjoy 2.5 hours of free time in Yokohama to take in night views, ride the Air Cabin, visit Cosmo Clock 21 or explore the Red Brick Warehouse.

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  • Join a small group English-guided tour for a personalized experience with expert insights into Kamakura and Yokohama’s highlights with easy transfers from Shinju Station.

  • Explore Enoshima, the iconic coastal island known for Benzaiten legends, shrines, sea views and charming walking paths.

  • Ride the Enoden railway, a beloved seaside tram featured in anime and films, with sweeping Shonan Coast views.

  • Spend time at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Kamakura’s most important Shinto site with deep samurai heritage.

  • Enjoy 2.5 hours of free time in Yokohama to take in night views, ride the Air Cabin, visit Cosmo Clock 21 or explore the Red Brick Warehouse.

from
¥12,000
Slide 1 of 8, Tourists visiting the Kamakura Great Buddha statue on a day tour from Tokyo.
Tourists visiting the Kamakura Great Buddha statue on a day tour from Tokyo.

From Tokyo: Kamakura Day Tour

7 hrs 10 mins - 8 hrs 10 mins
Transfers
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  • See the Great Buddha of Kamakura, Japan’s second-largest bronze Buddha, after the Todaiji Temple statue, dating back to the 13th century.

  • Hop on the Enoshima Electric Railway for a scenic coastal ride, passing by Kamakurakōkō-Mae Station, featured in Slam Dunk, and offering views of beautiful beaches.

  • Visit Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, a historic Shinto shrine that immerses you in Kamakura’s samurai culture and centuries-old traditions.

  • Beach and culture lovers will enjoy Enoshima Island’s mix of serene beaches, shrines, and panoramic views of the Shonan coast, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

  • Fun fact: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is over 800 years old and is dedicated to Hachiman, the samurai deity.

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  • See the Great Buddha of Kamakura, Japan’s second-largest bronze Buddha, after the Todaiji Temple statue, dating back to the 13th century.

  • Hop on the Enoshima Electric Railway for a scenic coastal ride, passing by Kamakurakōkō-Mae Station, featured in Slam Dunk, and offering views of beautiful beaches.

  • Visit Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, a historic Shinto shrine that immerses you in Kamakura’s samurai culture and centuries-old traditions.

  • Beach and culture lovers will enjoy Enoshima Island’s mix of serene beaches, shrines, and panoramic views of the Shonan coast, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

  • Fun fact: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is over 800 years old and is dedicated to Hachiman, the samurai deity.

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¥7,709

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