Kamakura Half-Day Tour with Local Guide

Highlights

• Join local guide Miho, the ultimate Kamakura expert, for your tour!
• A walking tour of Kamakura's must-visit famous spots.
• We'll explore the Hasedera Temple and Tsurugaoka-Hachimangu.
• You may choose between the 10:00 AM start time or the 12:00 PM start time.

What to expect

Kamakura Half-Day Tour with local expert. Starting at Kamakura Station, visit Hasedera Temple and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu. Fully customizable with advance consultation. Enjoy a personalized trip designed by a true Kamakura native!

Schedule

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   Meet at Enoden-Hase Sta.
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   About Guide：Miracle Miho

   Miracle Miho grew up in Yuigahama, Kamakura, has 18 years of experience as a bus guide, has passed the Kamakura certification exam, and can help you with anything related to Kamakura and Shonan!
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   Model Course: One-Day Plan

   Fully customized tours tailored to your needs (e.g., elderly family, foreign guests). Special arrangements are possible on request, including a private Zen session at Hōkaiji Temple or a Shrine Maiden's tour at Kuzuharaoka Shrine.
   
   Note: Special arrangements are subject to availability.
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   Start from Enoden-Hase Sta.

   Time for a fun walking day in Kamakura! As this is a long walking tour, we can suggest optional tea breaks to rest. Enjoy a custom tour tailored just for you! Miho will enrich your day with history. Walking from Enoden Hase Station to see the Great Buddha of Kamakura.
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   Hasedera Temple

   Hase-dera Temple is known as the Western Paradise (Seiho Gokuraku Jodo) of Kamakura. Beloved as the Temple of Flowers year-round, it is a beautiful sanctuary abundant with nature.
   
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   Recommended activities -1 (excluding cost)

   Sutra Copying Experience - Experience tradition: hand-copy sacred texts.
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   Recommended activities -2 (excluding cost)

   Japanese Tea Ceremony - Experience tranquility: Learn the art of Japanese tea ceremony.
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   Recommended activities -3 (excluding cost)

   Ikebana/Japanese Flower Arrangement - Discover Ikebana: The Japanese art of expressive flower arranging.
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   Taking a break

   Take a break and enjoy tea time at Kaikōan, a restaurant with an ocean view.
   (Note: Costs incurred at the restaurant are not included in the tour fee.)
10. —
    Taking the Enoden line

    Note: Should lunch be at Hase-dera, it will take place prior to our scheduled travel.
    Transportation fees are not included.
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    Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, through Dankazura

    The iconic shrine of Kamakura, often called the "origin of culture in Kamakura, the Samurai Capital.
    It is believed to offer blessings for victory, career success, and promotion. The grounds house several other sub-shrines, making the entire complex a powerful spiritual spot.
12. —
    Komachi-Street

    Kamakura's lively shopping street, blending modern shops and local gourmet.
    
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    If you wish to look for souvenirs, the tour will end here.

Location and Directions

• Check-in

  江ノ電　長谷駅

  日本、神奈川県鎌倉市長谷２丁目１４ 長谷駅

  

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• Check-out

  JR Kamakura Station

  日本、神奈川県鎌倉市御成町１−１５

  

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