Kamakura Day Trip
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Kamakura Day Trip

On this day trip to Kamakura, we'll explore the city that was the political centre of medieval Japan. We'll tour its temples, take a rickshaw ride, and even rent a kimono. Day Trip Details.

  • 8 hours
  • 9Exceptional | 96 reviews

On this day trip to Kamakura, we'll explore the city that was the political centre of medieval Japan. We'll tour its temples, take a rickshaw ride, and even rent a kimono.

Day Trip Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet in the Suica Penguin Square and board a train to Kamakura. The first stop will be at the Buddhist temple of Hase-Dera, where we'll admire the exterior, famous for over 50,000 small sculptures. Experience calm while strolling through its caves, halls, and enjoying the view from its panoramic terrace.

Next, we will visit the Great Buddha of Kamakura, the second-largest Buddha sculpture in Japan, measuring over 42 ft (13 metres) and weighing 93 tons.

Afterwards, we'll visit the Tsurugaoka Hachiman temple-g?, the most important Shinto sanctuary in Kamakura, where you'll have 40 minutes to explore the outside and the gardens full of cherry trees.

After 5 hours of exploring, we'll return to the meeting point. You can either return with your free train ticket to Tokyo or continue to enjoy the town at your leisure.

Activity Options

For a more complete day trip, you can choose from different options when booking:

Day Trip + Rickshaw Ride

After the guided tour, you'll enjoy a rickshaw ride, a popular transport in Asian culture.

Day Trip + Kimono Rental

After the guided tour, you can choose your favourite model of kimono and stroll around Kamakura.

See the Spring Cherry Blossoms!

To see Kamakura in its spring blossoms, we recommend coming between March 15 and April 15.

Included

  • Round–trip train ticket between Tokyo and Kamakura
  • English–speaking tour escort
  • Rickshaw ride (depending on selection)
  • Kimono rental (depending on selection)
  • Local snack

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

Location

Activity location

Tokyo, Kanto

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