Kamakura Shrines and Temples Walking Tour from Tokyo
Walking Tours
Digital
5 hours
- Learn about Buddhism and the samurai with this tour of Kamakura’s famous temples
- Listen to stories about Buddhism and Bushido told by your English/French-speaking tour guide
- Check out the Jochi-ji Temple and say a prayer in front of the statue of Hotei, the god of happiness
- Offer a prayer for good fortune at the cave spring in the Zeniarai Benten
- Marvel at the giant statue known as the Great Buddha when you visit the Kotoku-in Temple
- Climb up Mount Kamakura and head to the Hase Temple to admire the beautiful landscape
Options
Walking Tour（3-8people）
Inclusions
English speaking guide
Admission to attractions
Insurance
Exclusions
Meals and beverages
Tour time extensions (JPY6,000/hour)
Other personal expenses
Hotel pick up and drop off
Additional Info
From$102.06Per Person
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What's included in Kamakura Shrines and Temples Walking Tour from Tokyo
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 09:00, meet up at . Your guide will waiting for you at the ticket gate of west eixt..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 09:10, 20 min(s), Guided tour, Jōchi-ji, A quiet and serene Zen temple surrounded by forest, the Jochiji temple was built in 1281 by Hojo Tokoyori.
- [Attraction/experience] 10:10, 25 min(s), Guided tour, Zeniarai Benten Shrine, 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 Buddhism.
- [Attraction/experience] 10:50, 15 min(s), Guided tour, Sasuke Inari Shrine, Set in the mountains surrounded by dense green forest, there you can find a tunnel comprised of over 100 red torii gates, just like Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto.
- [Attraction/experience] 11:35, 20 min(s), Guided tour, Kamakura Great Buddha, The great Kamakura Buddha stands at 13.35m tall and weights about 121 tonnes. The construction of the bronze statue of Buddha as it appears today dates from 1252.
- [Attraction/experience] 13:00, 30 min(s), Guided tour, Hase Temple, Hasedera Temple is located about halfway up Mount Kamakura. The temple, therefore, has excellent views south over the ocean and the picturesque Yuigahama Beach.
- [Attraction/experience] 13:40, 10 min(s), Guided tour, Yuigahama Beach, The beach faces south so you are always going to see the sun over the ocean from this point. Relax and chill here and catch the lovely views!
- [Return] 14:00, at Hase station, The tour ends at Hase station.
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Besides Kyoto, the magnificent city of Kamakura in the Kanagawa Prefecture is another great area in Japan where you can go around to see incredible shrines and temples. Throughout this walking tour, you’ll be accompanied by a fun and engaging tour guide who will weave fascinating tales about the history of Japanese Buddhism and the legendary samurai. You’ll visit a good number of these consecrated spots in this tour. This is a must-book tour for history buffs and for those who are fascinated with holy places!
Insider Tips:
- The tour will involve a lot of walking, especially on a mountain, so it is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
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Venues
- Kitakamakura Station Exit
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