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Kamakura Private walking tour (with local experience in option)

You will meet your guide at Shinjuku Station and ride the train together: you will reach Kamakura with the popular Enoden train line along the coast, with a day pass that you will be able to use again after the end of the tour! You will visit Hase-dera , also known as the temple of flowers: here yo

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📍Meeting point: Meet the guide in front of the JR Suica Penguin statue near JR Shinjuku Station NEW South Exit. Please note that the NEW South Exit is different than the South Exit.

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What To Expect

1

Stop 1

1hAdmission included

This Buddhist temple lies on a hill watching over the city on the ocean. It is famous for its flowers and for the little Jizo statues, that dwell the temple area in large numbers. Don't miss the golden Bodhisattva statues in the main hall! Read more about Private: Essence of Kamakura: 1 day *H.I.S. Quality Tour* 2021 - Tokyo -

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Stop 2

1hAdmission included

This temple hosts the second largest Buddha statue of Japan, which survived storms and tidal waves during its history. The statue is the true symbol of Kamakura city and a must see spot during your time in Japan. Read more about Private: Essence of Kamakura: 1 day *H.I.S. Quality Tour* 2021 - Tokyo -

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Stop 3

25 min

The street connecting Kamakura Station to Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, characterized by the presence of many shops and restaurants with a vibrant atmosphere.

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Stop 4

1h

The most important shrine of Kamakura, where the Shinto deity of war is worshiped: a site that witnesses the glorious past of Kamakura as a city ruled by the samurai class. Enjoy the great architecture, its ponds and the view from the main hall. Read more about Private: Essence of Kamakura: 1 day *H.I.S. Quality Tour* 2021 - Tokyo -

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Stop 5

2hAdmission included

If you choose an option including the rental of Kimono, you will be introdiced to Vasara, the best Kimono rental shop in the area. Rent a real kimono and explore Kamakura freely at the end of the tour while wearing traditional clothing. Dressing takes 30 minutes. Please return the Kimono within 17:30. The guide will leave upon your checking-in at the Kimono Shop (staff speak basic English)

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Stop 6

30 minAdmission included

If you choose one of the options including a rickshaw ride, you will be introduced to Ebisuya, a rickshaw garage in Kamakura! You will experience a 30 minutes ride on a real rickshaw along the streets of Kamakura. You will be able to select where to be dropped off at the end of the ride. Note that the guide will leave as you check in at the Rickshaw venue.

What’s Included

  • Area map
  • English speaking guide
  • Local snack
  • Free Wi-fi
  • Round trip transportation

What’s NOT Included

  • Lunch

What to Bring

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum number of participants: 2 people
  • Please understand that in case of natural calamities or disasters we might cancel the tour.
  • Please understand that the route might be altered and some spots might be skipped to end the tour on time.
  • We are not responsible for external causes that might affect the tour, such as bad weather or late arrival of customers at the meeting place.
  • Refund requests that involve external causes among the reasons will not be accepted.
  • We will walk for 4.5 hours during this tour, please wear comfortable shoes.

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