Kamakura Walking Tour - Journey Through Ancient Shogunate Capital

Explore Kamakura’s history, culture, and natural beauty on a guided walking tour. Visit iconic sites, experience traditional rituals, and savor local cuisine.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine - Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is a historic and significant Shinto shrine located in Kamakura, Japan. Founded in the 12th century by Minamoto no Yoritomo, the shrine is dedicated to Hachiman, the Shinto god of war and the protector of the Minamoto clan. It features a picturesque approach through a long tree-lined avenue and several beautiful buildings, including a distinctive red bridge. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu is not only a religious site but also a cultural and historical landmark, attracting visitors for its architecture, festivals, and scenic surroundings in the heart of Kamakura.
What's Included
  • Tour guide services included
What's Not Included
  • Transportation & Admission Fee is Not Included(Total 1,200 Yen)
Additional Information

Join us on a guided walk around Kamakura, where you’ll delve into the city’s rich history, vibrant culture, and charming natural scenery. Explore renowned landmarks such as the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, the impressive Kamakura Great Buddha, and the revered Hasedera Temple, all the while understanding their important roles in history.

Participate in customary ceremonies, uncover beautiful artistic works, and take in the breathtaking vistas of the city’s coastline. Taste the local gastronomy, from time-honored recipes to lesser-known delicacies.

Our intimate group tour ensures a custom-made, seamless journey through Kamakura. Come with us to reveal the city’s captivating allure, its deep-seated culture, and the genial hospitality of its people.

Location
Kamakura City Tourist Information Center
Guide is holding a board
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Markus
Jul 7, 2024
Great tour and background to the sights - Enjoyed the walking tour in Kamakura. Got many insights in the different places and their importance in japanese history. Tatsuko was a great guide and very knowledgeable. The time together was very enjoyable.
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670fulviob
Jul 5, 2024
Tour of kamakura with Miyu - We were guided by Miyu which gave us a phenomenal tour of kamakura and happily answered all our questions, every much advised!
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Vacation390870
Jul 4, 2024
Great Kamakura guide!!! - I had a wonderful experience with Maki, who took me to all the sites in Kamakura. She is friendly; knows her history and facts; and speaks excellent English. I recommend Kamakura with Maki very highly!
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Mauritsr18
Jun 26, 2024
Interesting Tour with great Guide - The guide Miyu was amazing and I learnt a lot on the one hand about Kamakura and also about life in Tokyo and Japan. She also gave great recommendations.
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Stefanialut
Jun 16, 2024
Fun and beautiful! - Maki is a great guide, we visited beautiful places. We learned about the history of Japan, about the religious part of Japan. The tour was lovely would recommend it to everyone!
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Beancowtr
May 24, 2024
Great Kamakura Visit with Tatsuko - Very nice tour guide who spoke excellent English. The group ended up being a private tour as it was just our family. We got to move at our own pace. Guide gave us great history about city and got to witness a traditional wedding at the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. I would highly recommend using.
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501mckenzies
May 12, 2024
Worth it - Funny and informative tour guide! Took us to some great spots and provided historical and modern cultural knowledge. 100% recommend.
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Crystal_p
Apr 26, 2024
Great Historical Tour - Our tour guide was amazing. She had lots of interesting facts and details about the history of the area that made the tour so much more valuable than if we walked around on our own.
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Jamesge6960gc
Apr 20, 2024
Quick tour of Kamakura. - The tour was exactly what we had hoped for. Tatsujo was very knowledgeable. Recommend stopping at the Kita-Kamakura Station (1 hop) on the way back to Yokohama. There are more amazing shrines and much less people.
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470chas
Apr 16, 2024
Wonderful tour of Kamakura - Maki was utterly brilliant. A superb guide who expertly explained the culture and history of Japan -and particularly Kamakura. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour.
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