Tokyo · KAMAKURA DAY TRIPS
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An hour south for the Great Buddha, the hillside temples and a bamboo grove with a tea house tucked inside. Ranked here are the best Kamakura day trips from Tokyo, with prices, group sizes, and a note on which reward walkers and which stay on the coach.
Temple-hopping in Kamakura and seaside Enoshima from Tokyo, with included Hasedera and Great Buddha tickets, plus Fuji views.
“The places I’ve seen left me speechless, this excursion is great and Eric was a phenomenal guide! Totally recommend it.”
Tokyo day trip to Mt. Fuji, Kamakura and Lake Ashi: Big Buddha, Oshino Hakkai ponds, scenic parks, and a cruise if you choose.
“The tour was amazing! Jorge made our day with his sense of humor and knowledge. The tour is suitable for all family members and they were very helpful with my dad needs (72yo). Mac was a very nice driver and makes us feel safe all the time. Special thank you to both of them as despite we couldn’t see the Mount Fuji we had such a wonderful experience. Thank you Amigo tours! Very effective and helpful 🤗”
A smooth 9–10 hour bus day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura shrines and Enoshima’s sea views, with guided commentary and free time.
“Mitsuko H. and her team execute a seamless transfer between 4 interesting places with plenty of time to eat and explore. We would never have enjoyed so many unique things without her kind suggestions. Always smiling and warm. She made our day so memorable!”
Small-group Kamakura walk to Komachidori, temples, Great Buddha, and Yuigahama Beach with Mt. Fuji photos, with snacks and lunch.
“Ken was informative, attentive and patient. We learned and saw a lot about Kamakura, shrines, temples and customs. The tour is worthwhile. Be prepared for lot of walking. Thank you Ken!”
Private Kamakura walk through Jochiji, mountain trails, Zeniarai shrine, Sasuke Inari, Hasedera, and the Great Buddha with key admissions included.
“Yu was a great guide and we enjoyed our tour. It was nice to get away from downtown Tokyo to experience some nature and a number of beautiful shrines. Yu booked a great restaurant for lunch and helped us back to the station at the conclusion of the tour. You will need to be prepared to walk but it is worth it!”
Small-group walk in Kamakura with a guide: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Komachi Street, Great Buddha, and Hasedera. Mobile ticket, $35.
“Midori san was an amazing tour guide! She told us all about the history of Kamakura, and showed us lots of fun spots on the way to the shrines. I highly recommend this tour to hit the historical sites in Kamakura with plenty of time left to explore the area for the rest of the day! Thank you again, Midori san!!”
Pirate-ship cruise on Lake Ashi, Hakone Ropeway over volcanic Owakudani, black eggs, and Enoshima’s shrine and Sea-Mt Fuji views.
“Great day, the guide Augustin was excellent, trip well organised”
A private, licensed guide helps you pick 3–4 Kamakura highlights from Tokyo, mixing the Great Buddha, ocean views, Zen temples, and Enoshima.
“Our guide Tachi was very responsive to messages, nice and accommodating. I had specific requests to visit certain temples and shrine, and also to the Kamakurakokomae Station on Enoden Line and Tachi planned them out nicely. Her recommendation for lunch turned out the best meal we had through our Japan trip. Will definitely recommend this private trip for a fuss free experience to enjoy Kamakura.”
Small-group day trip from Tokyo to Enoshima and Kamakura with Enoden train views, anime photo stops, shrine time, and the Great Buddha.
“Pretty straight forward self guided tour. Enough information to get you going, but enough latitude to choose your own adventure!”
A private, customizable Kamakura walking tour with a licensed English-speaking guide, key temples, Great Buddha, and matcha in 4–6 hours.
“The guide Goto was very friendly and knowledgeable. He took me to the most famous sites in Kamakura and explained their importance in depth.”
A 4-hour private Kamakura walk with a government-licensed English guide. Pick 2–3 temples, see the Great Buddha, and keep moving fast.
“We had a wonderful 4 hour tour of Kamakura with our guide Isao. He was so informative and took us to the sites we wanted to see, the Great Budda and the Engaku-ji shrine, as well as to an excellent restaurant as we had requested. He explained to us the history and importance of the sites and gave us a great experience. I highly recommend taking a tour with Isao. He met us at our hotel in Yokohama and took us by subway and train to Kita-Kamakura, then on into Kamakura itself. and back to our hotel at the end of a great day. We loved our trip to Japan…”
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