Kamakura Half Day Walking Tour with Kotokuin Great Buddha
Set between the mountains and the sea, Kamakura is a city shaped by centuries of spiritual devotion and military power. Once a stronghold of the samurai and a center of religious life, this coastal gem remains one of Japan’s most beloved destinations full of temples, culture, and peaceful nature. From towering Buddha statues to sacred shrines, quiet beaches, and streets filled with local life, Kamakura invites you to explore its deeply rooted traditions.
・Visit ancient temples surrounded by nature and participate in traditional Japanese customs ・Marvel at the Great Buddha and other iconic religious statues that have stood the test of time ・Walk along Kamakura’s seaside the closest beach escape from the city and a favorite among locals
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Kamakura Half Day Walking Tour with Kotokuin Great Buddha
What's included in Kamakura Half Day Walking Tour with Kotokuin Great Buddha
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Jochiji Temple
A quiet and serene Zen temple surrounded by forest, the Jochiji temple was built in 1281 by Hojo Tokoyori, a leader of the Kamakura Shogunate, in order to honour his son who had died young. It is nice to stroll through the grounds of this temple, enjoying the lush flowerbeds and bamboo groves. Remember to rub the belly of the statue of Hotei, as this is said to bring you good fortune.
Kamakura Hiking Trails
Enjoy the beautiful nature around the pass.
Zeniarai Benten Ugafuku Shrine
Next you will walk along the Daibutsu Hiking Course through the mountains until you reach a mysterious hole in the hillside, framed by a torii gate. Go through that hole and you'll find the Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine. Built in 1185, the shrine strongly emits the scent of incense and is filled with a rare blend of both Shinto and Buddhist monuments. Explore until you find a small cave with a natural spring bubbling inside. Here, people wash their money in the spring's water as it is said that money washed in spring will double in the summer.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Landing and facility fees
- Food and drink
- Public transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Available for an extra fee)
- Taxi / Private Car or Bus
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please add 8000 yen per person to the tour price for hotel pick up
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Tour duration can be extended at a rate of 1,000 yen per person, per half hour, payable in cash.
- You will walk at least 5 km including a mountain pass. So please wear shoes that are easy to walk in.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Your guide will waiting for you at the west exit of Kita-Kamakura station.
End Points
- The tour end at Hase station. Usually, the guide accompanies by Kamakura station.
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Ticket Redemption
・This tour includes short hiking on the mountain pass. Please wear the shoes easy to walk in. Please do not join the tour with high heels. ・Not recommended for pregnant women ・Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
