Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo

Outty Ranking 61 4.5 · 2 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $8400

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Is Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo worth booking?

Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo is a 8-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $8400 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
61 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (2)
Duration
8 hours
From
$8400 per person

Your guide will take you on a concise tour of Kamakura, a delightful, historical city with many important and famous Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. It will take about one hour from Tokyo to get to Kamakura. Once yo

What you get

    About this experience

    Your guide will take you on a concise tour of Kamakura, a delightful, historical city with many important and famous Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. It will take about one hour from Tokyo to get to Kamakura. Once you arrive, you will visit three of the most impressive places in Kamakura: the Great Buddha, the Hase Temple and the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. You will also have the chance to eat a Japanese lunch as well. Also, this tour is able to customize. We recommend Hokoku-ji temple(it is famous for bamboo groove)

    What's included

    Included

    • Private, professional English-speaking guide
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off

    Not included

    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Train (both guests and tour guide), 1400 yen (approx. $12USD) per-person (one-way)
    • Gratuities
    • Admission fees
    • Admission fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura

      The Great Buddha The Kotokuin was constructed in 1252. It has a bronze statue “Great Buddha Statue” that stands 13 meters high, sitting cross-legged, robed with drapes in the classical lines reminiscent of ancient Greece, cast in 1292. It sits outside against wooden hills.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Hasedera Temple

      This temple is famous for housing a Buddhist statue of Kannon, Goddess of Mercy, with eleven faces and a thousand arms. Each of the eleven faces represents a different phase in the search for enlightenment. The 9.18 meter tall, gilded wooden statue is regarded as one of the largest wooden sculpture in Japan. You can also enjoy the pretty garden with ponds and the Jizo-do Hall with hundreds of small statues of the Jizo Bodhisattva who helps the souls of dead children to reach the paradise.

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

      This shrine was originally built in 1063 and dedicated to the Emperor Ojin (God of War) and the Shogun Minamoto no Yoritomo among others. An interesting fact of this shrine is that it was not only a Shinto "Hachimangu" shrine, but also a Tendai Buddhist temple for most of its history.

      60 minutes here

    4. Kamakura Komachidori

      Between Tsurugaoka hachimangu Shrine and Kamakura station there is a pretty street with a lot of restaurants and shops selling traditional Japanese souvenirs. You can enjoy eating or shopping there.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 5 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Nippon PLUS

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.

    Photos

    Hase templeKotokuin(The great buddha)Tsurugaoka Hachimangu ShrineTsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Rita_B · September 2025

    A beautiful day in Kamakura with guide Angie

    We had a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura and it was a great experience. Our guide Yukko (Angie) picked us up at the hotel and took us for a full day experience of the ancient town of Kamakura with its beautiful Shrines and Temples, parks and busy shopping streets and breathtaking views. We couldn’t wish for a better guide: Angie is very knowledgeable, caring and attentive. She gave us a very good insight into Japanese tradition and culture and even a little introduction into the structure of the Japanese language. She answered every question we had. She also pointed a great place for lunch- a very cosy small restaurant with excellent traditional Japanese food. We highly recommend this tour and this wonderful guide.

    via Viator

    Donald_W · September 2023

    Great Experience

    The big Buddha is an amazing sight even though I have seen it several times. Never stops to amaze. Our guide, Anji, was superb. She was very informative and was aware of our physical condition. The heat and humidity made the walking very tiring.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $8400 to $42000
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 61

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)16
    Booking momentum (14% weight)11
    Value for money (12% weight)99
    Listing quality (10% weight)77
    Local standing (8% weight)46
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

    How much does Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo cost?

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    Prices start at $8400 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo take?

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    Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.

    Is Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Kamakura Temples Private Guided Tour from Tokyo start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

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    Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

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    Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Tokyo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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