Historic Kamakura: Temples, Shrines and street food walking tour(6hr)

Kamakura  

The beautiful former capital of Japan, located less than an hour by train from central Tokyo, is a quaint green and charming city.  The city is home to 65 temples and 19 Shinto shrines making it an ideal place to visit for those interested in history and traditional culture.   Komachi dori is a a street food lovers paradise with stalls selling everything from grilled chicken and noodles to rice crackers and ice cream.  The area is a great place to pick up some traditional souvenirs too.  Hokokuji temple, known as the bamboo temple, features a traditional tea house nestled in a stunning bamboo forest.   Kamakura is also home to  the Kamakura Daibutsu (the great Buddha of Kamakura.  

What we’ll do

Enjoy a fun and relaxing tour of historic Kamakura on this 6 hour tour.

Visit fascinating temples and shrines and learn about Kamakura’s history.

Experience Japanese tea in a teahouse located in a peaceful bamboo grove.

Enjoy scenic views and historic architecture.

Take a stroll through Kamakura’s Komachi dori and try an array of delicious local food and drink.

Food and drink is included on the tour.

About Kamakura

Kamakura (鎌倉) is a coastal town in Kanagawa Prefecture, less than an hour south of Tokyo. The town became the political center of Japan, when Minamoto Yoritomo chose it as the seat for his new military government in the late 12th century. The Kamakura government continued to rule Japan for over a century, first under the Minamoto shogun and then under the Hojo regents.  The town is famous for its many temples, shrines and historical monuments as well as its delicious food and drink.  Today, Kamakura is a small city and a popular tourist destination.  Sometimes called the Kyoto of Eastern Japan, due to the large number of historical sites and its calm and peaceful atmosphere.