Kamakura Walking Tour: Great Buddha Temple, Lunch and Tea
Kamakura Walking Tour: Great Buddha Temple, Lunch and Tea
10 meals
Take a day trip from Tokyo to the seaside town of Kamakura! Hike Genjiyama Park, visit the Great Buddha and enjoy the seaside views from the Enoshima Dentetsu train. Lunch, drinks and snacks included!
Highlights
Explore Kamakura’s must-see landmarks with a private local guide
Visit Genjiyama Park and the iconic Great Buddha
Ride the scenic Enoden train featured in Slam Dunk
Enjoy a picnic, local lunch, and tea with Japanese sweets
10 meals
Experience Details
Kamakura is a charming seaside city just an hour from Tokyo.
Dotted with historic temples and framed by a pristine blue coastline, it is the perfect place to escape the city’s hustle, explore centuries-old landmarks, and enjoy lush scenery.
On this half-day private tour, you will experience the best of Kamakura with an experienced local guide. The day begins at JR Kita-Kamakura Station, where you’ll meet your guide and stop by a local cafe for a drink and pastry.
You’ll then walk up to Genjiyama Park, listening to the chirping of birds and taking in sweeping views of the city. After your climb, enjoy a coffee break and relax amid the park’s natural beauty.
Next, you will visit Koutokuin Temple, home to Kamakura’s Great Buddha, or Daibutsu. This impressive bronze statue, cast over seven centuries ago, is one of Japan’s three major Buddha statues. Walk the temple grounds and soak in the serene atmosphere of one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Lunch will follow at a local restaurant near the temple, giving you a chance to taste regional flavors. Afterward, take a scenic ride on the Enoshima Dentetsu Line train, which famously appeared in the anime series Slam Dunk, traveling from Hase Station to Wadatsuka Station.
End the tour with tea and traditional wagashi sweets at a Japanese tea house before making your way to Kamakura Station.
This private tour blends sightseeing, nature, local food, and culture, offering a rich and memorable half-day in Kamakura.
What You Get
Good To Know
- Please wear comfortable shoes, as you will climb a hill to get to the park
- The tour may be canceled in case of typhoons, heavy rains, or other adverse weather conditions
- The tour can be booked privately or accommodate groups of up to three participants
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at JR Kita-Kamakura St. (West Exit). It usually takes about 1 hour from Tokyo/Shinjuku to Kita-Kamakura station. More details and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
Experience Location
Nestled below the bustling city of Tokyo, Kanagawa Prefecture is as diverse in its environment as its food is delicious; Kanagawa offers Chinese street food and craft beer in Yokohama and fresh seafood from Kamakura and Enoshima, as well as natural beauty and mountainous produce in the hot spring town of Hakone near the base of Mount Fuji.
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