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Whispers of Kamakura: Jean’s Full-Day Daibutsu & Hidden Walk

Experience Japan's most famous temples and shrines, including Kotokuin (Great Buddha) in Kamakura, on a 5-hour walking tour. Includes a delicious lunch at our restaurant. Knowledgeable local guides will lead you through the rich history behind such sights as the serene Sasuke Inari Shrine and the Z

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📍Meeting point: Our Jean's KAMAKURA GUIDED TOURS desk is located 1 minute walking distance from the Kamakura JR station West Exit. Right at the West Exit please turn right, walk 10 meters, then again turn right at the very first narrow street. Walk along for 30 meters to arrive to Hotel new kamakura.

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Experience Japan's most famous temples and shrines, including Kotokuin (Great Buddha) in Kamakura, on a 5-hour walking tour. Includes a delicious lunch at our restaurant. Knowledgeable local guides will lead you through the rich history behind such sights as the serene Sasuke Inari Shrine and the Zenarai Benzaiten Shrine. In addition, you will be awed by the 14-meter-high Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Kamakura) at Kotokuin Temple. The statue was built in the 13th century. A delicious lunch at La Terrasse Zen will give you a taste of traditional flavors in a peaceful atmosphere and give you time to recharge before the next part of your adventure. The tour continues at the serene Eishoji Temple, where you will get a unique perspective on Kamakura's cultural heritage. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. At Yuigahama Beach, you can end the tour in a relaxed manner, enjoying the beautiful seaside as much as you like.

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What To Expect

1

Stop 1

40 min

Sasuke Inari Shrine is about a 20-minute walk from Kamakura Station. During our visit, you'll explore this Shinto shrine, which is dedicated to the fox.

2

Stop 2

40 min

Zeniarai Benten Shrine is a popular shrine in Kamakura, which people visit to wash their money (zeniarai means "coin washing"). It is said that money washed in the shrine's spring, will double.

3

Stop 3

40 minAdmission included

Visit to Kotoku-in Temple and exploration of the bronze statue of Amitabha Buddha, commonly known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura.

4

Stop 4

1hAdmission included

Our special "bento" lunch with Japanese tea will be served at our restaurant La Terrasse Zen. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate it to the Special Requirements at the time of booking.

5

Stop 5

40 minAdmission included

Eisyo-ji Temple is the only nunnery in Kamakura. We will visit the temple and take a pleasant walk through the serene bamboo forest.

What’s Included

  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • On-board restrooms

What’s NOT Included

  • Other personal expenses

Additional Info

  • 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 🦴Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 🤰Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • ❤️Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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