The tour starts at 13:00, for 4 hours.
The meeting point is Kamakura station East exit.
A local National licensed tour guide, Yuri take you the must-see spots in Kamakura.
We will take a local train to Hase station.
The Great Buddha Statue at Kotokuin temple.
You will see the giant buddha statue which is one of the most popular photo spots in Japan. The guide tell you the history and the background of the statue. You will learn about samurai period and Zen philosophy. Entrance fee is included on the tour.
Hase temple
Hase temple has beautiful Japanese gardens and observation deck where you can admire the beach and town scape of Kamakura. And you will see mysterious donjon cave in the precinct. If you want to enjoy Japanese seasonal beauty of nature, Hase temple is the best place. Entrance fee is included on the tour.
Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine
Tsurugaoka shrine is the center of Kamakura. You will see some traces of samurai period with 800 years history. The licensed guide will tell you the back ground of the history of samurai. No entrance fee.
Traditional Japanese sweets and Matcha green tea
The guide will take you to the recommended cafe to take a break. And you can try Japanese fresh sweets, Nerikiri and Matcha green tea served by Matcha tea master. You can try Nerikiri only in Japan. The local guide tells you the real aspect of Japanese daily life, culture, traditions. Ask anything about Japan freely!! Let's talk with the local guide who is born and raised in this area. The cost of food is included on the tour.
The cafe is located on the popular shopping street, Komachi Street, so you can enjoy shopping too. Souvenir, light meals, drinks are gathered on this street. Don't miss the chance!
This tour will be offered by the local guide, Yuri.