A Fun Day Out Discovering Kamakura | 4 hours

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Samurai Phototours - A Fun Day Out Discovering Kamakura
2 Adults x $155.78
$311.56
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Local guide
  • Tour escort/host
  • Professional photographer guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

Created by Peter Oxley and Virgil Calaguian, fellow artists, photographers, and writers, SAMURAI PHOTOTOURS take you to Kamakura's four main tourist sites, with focus on the history and heritage of the Kamakura Period (1185-1333), which saw the introduction of the shogunate, Japan's native form of government that lasted until 1868; the flowering of the samurai tradition with its strict code of bravery, honor, and loyalty; and the rise of rigidly disciplined Zen Buddhism as a religious as well as political force. Throughout this unique tour, open to people of all ages, from single travelers to groups of up to eight persons, your multilingual and multicultural guide shares with you an extraordinary wealth of knowledge of Japanese history and culture, placed in the context of concurrent Asian and European affairs, in a way that is both entertaining and enlightening. All that plus a stroll down Kamakura's main tourist hub for a lively look at colorful contemporary Japanese culture.

Meeting points

Kamakura Station
1-chōme-1-15 Onarimachi, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0012, Japan

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Outside the East Exit ticket gate

End point

Hase Station
2 Chome-14 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0016, Japan

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Hase Station of the Enoden Line..

Itinerary

  • Wakamiya Main Street

    Scenic walk to the main shrine

    20 minutes

  • Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

    One of Japan's three most important Shinto shrines, built by the first shogun, Minamoto Yoritomo in the 12th century

    50 minutes

  • Kamakura Komachidori

    Kamakura's famous shopping street, lined on both sides by shops and stalls selling all sorts of sweets, snacks and souvenirs

    50 minutes

  • Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)

    Centuries-old giant bronze statue of the Amida Buddha dating back to the 13th century

    40 minutes

  • Hase-dera Temple

    Popular Buddhist temple sprawled over multiple levels, with beautiful gardens, ponds, caves, and an ancient 11-headed statue of Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy

    1 hour 20 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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June 10100% refund
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4.9

36 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 35 reviews with 5 stars

Highlight of our Tokyo trip

Published on May, 2025

My 10-year-old daughter and I took a week-long trip to Tokyo, as she loves all things Japanese (anime, manga, Pokemon, Ghibli, ramen and sushi, etc), and I booked this tour as a chance for us both to learn a bit about Japanese history and culture. It turned out to be our favorite part of the trip. Virgil was an amazing guide and taught us both a lot. My daughter can be a tough nut to crack, but Virgil tells stories in such an engaging way that she thoroughly enjoyed the tour as much as I did. The shrines and temples of Kamakura are awe inspiring, and I was blown away by our day there. I give this tour my highest recommendation for anyone with even a passing interest in Japanese history, culture, and religion.

Beautiful place and a lot of rich history!

Published on Apr, 2025

Kamakura is a beautiful place. Virgil is very friendly, patient, knowledgable, and was always ready to take a photo of us! He knows so much about the history of Kamakura and Japan in general and we learned so much from him. He also told many fun historical anecdotes! My family really enjoyed this tour and had a wonderful time.

Informative and historically focused tour

Published on Sep, 2024

A very comprehensive tour at a relaxed pace, with a depth of historical information and loads of local flavor. Plenty of time to enjoy the stops at your own pace.

Informative and historically focused tour

Published on Sep, 2024

A very comprehensive tour at a relaxed pace, with a depth of historical information and loads of local flavor. Plenty of time to enjoy the stops at your own pace.

Kamakura

Published on Sep, 2024

It was very lovely and informative to discover Kamakura with Virgil. He is so helpful in everything. Highly recommend this tour.

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