Experience Details
The small seaside city of Kamakura, eastern Japan's political powerhouse in the 12th century, is a popular destination known for its beautiful Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. Less than an hour south of Tokyo, Kamakura is the perfect place to explore history and culture during a day trip. So, grab your hiking boots and explore Kamakura's best sights!
After meeting your host and certified tour guide, you'll kick off with a visit to Engakuji Temple, one of eastern Japan's most important Zen temples, where you'll learn the temple's history and the origin of the name Fukudori, your lunch spot. After a scenic hike, you'll visit the scenic Kuzuharaoka Shrine, popular among couples and those looking for luck in love or marriage, and take part in an optional purification ritual.
Next, move to Zeniarai Benzaiten Shrine, which is famous for granting wealth and prosperity. "Zeniarai" means "coin washing," so grab some money for a unique coin-washing experience in the shrine's spring and pray for good luck! Afterward, you'll take a break to enjoy tea at nearby Benten Chaya. Your journey will continue to the colorful Sasuke Inari Shrine, built in the 12th century by Kamakura's first shogun to honor Inari, the fox god. Here, you'll see hundreds of fox statues and vibrant torii gates!
The tour culminates at Fukudori restaurant, where you'll enjoy a Japanese lunch made from local and seasonal ingredients, including Kamakura daikon (radish). The lunch will consist of at least five items, including dessert. Fukudori also serves vegan and vegetarian options. You will have the opportunity to meet the owner and hear the story behind the restaurant's origins and their quest to revitalize local agriculture.
Experience flow:
- Meet at Kita-Kamakura Station East Exit
- Visit Engakuji Temple
- Start hiking
- Visit Kuzuharaoka Shrine
- Visit Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine and rest at Benten Chaya on the shrine grounds
- Visit Sasuke Inari Shrine
- Lunch at Fukudori
- Tour ends
Inclusions
Entrance fees to all shrines and temples
Snacks during hiking
Tea break at Benten Chaya
Lunch at Fukudori restaurant
A professional English-speaking guide and certified tour guide
Exclusions
Transportation to and from Kita-Kamakura Station
Additional food and drinks
Other additional purchases during tour
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at the East Exit of JR Kita-Kamakura Station, in the direction of Engakuji Temple and Kamakura Station. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Participants are asked to bring water and wear comfortable shoes for hiking
Please arrive 10 minutes before the experience start time
Guests under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult
Please notify your host upon booking if you would like a vegan or vegetarian meal
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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