T-13 Excursion to Japan’s Ancient Capital, Kamakura

Price per person: On request

English-speaking guide
Start time: 9:00 am
Duration: 7–8 hours
Travel time from Tokyo: approx. 1.5 hours

Tour highlights:

• Great Buddha of Kamakura (Daibutsu): See Japan’s second-largest bronze statue of Amida Buddha, cast in 1252.
• Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine: Learn about Hachiman, the god of warriors, at Kamakura’s most important shrine.
• Hasedera Temple: Discover one of Japan’s tallest wooden statues of the goddess Kannon and enjoy sweeping ocean views from the temple’s observation deck.

Optional visit (choose one):

• Zeniarai Benzaiten Shrine: Experience a local tradition by washing your money in the sacred spring for good fortune, or try a paper fortune ritual.
• Hokokuji Temple Bamboo Grove: Capture stunning photos in a serene bamboo forest (note: a 30-minute walk is required if the tour is not by private transport). Relax afterwards with a cup of green tea in the temple’s teahouse (tea not included).

Important notes:

• The guide will meet you in the hotel lobby and accompany you back.
• Child discounts:
• Ages 0–5: Free
• Ages 6–11: ¥500 / USD 5 discount for taxi or private transport plans
• Public transport plan: ¥1,500 / USD 15