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Tokyo Kamakura Day Trip

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9 to 10 Hours Mobile ticket Offered in: Japanese, English,
Overview

Embark on a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura, where ancient tradition meets modern charm. Explore the iconic Great Buddha, ride the nostalgic Enoden tram, and visit Kamakura High School, famous from "Slam Dunk." Delight in coastal views, discover Enoshima's mythic origins, and pay respects at Enoshima Shrine. Conclude with a visit to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and a stroll along bustling Komachi Street, brimming with local delights. Experience the essence of Kamakura's rich heritage and vibrant culture in this unforgettable journey.

What's Included
  1. Roundtrip Transportation
  1. Food and Drinks
  2. Other personal expenses
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Start time

08:00 AM

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What To Expect

The Great Buddha of Kamakura is a bronze seated statue of Amida Tathagata located in the Kotoku-in Temple of the Pure Land Buddhism in the ancient capital of Kamakura. It is commonly known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura. It is the symbol of the ancient capital of Kamakura. The Great Buddha is pure and high.11.3meters, including the height of the pedestal13.35meters, weighing approx.121Ton. The Buddha statue was built in1252In 2000, the Buddha's flatter face, lower bun and forward leaning posture were in the style of the Song Dynasty Buddha statues popular in the Kamakura period. It was a representative statue of the Kamakura period and was designated as a national treasure of Japan. Unlike the Great Buddha of Nara Todaiji Temple, which has undergone many repairs in later generations, the Great Buddha of Kamakura has basically maintained its original form, so it is very precious.

50 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Walk to Hase Station and take the Enoden experience. Enoden is a streetcar that connects Fujisawa to Kamakura. The route covers most of Kamakura's famous attractions, and you can also enjoy the beautiful Shonan coast scenery. As long as we talk about Kamakura, the indispensable representative means of transportation is Enoden. The scene of a train speeding past often appears in major Japanese film and animation works. Therefore, you can not only watch from a distance, but also experience the fun of riding Enoden in person

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Kamakura High School is located in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. It is the prototype of Lingnan High School in "Slam Dunk"; the intersection not far from the station is the location for the classic scene of Sakuragi Hanamichi greeting Akagi Haruko. Standing at the intersection, amid the jingling of bells, you can also feel the passionate youth memories of Slam Dunk. now pastNMany years later, when walking here, everyone can't help but take photos, as if to commemorate their youthful years.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

On the Shonan coast, it is the small train slowly passing through the antique streets of Kamakura, it is lying on the beach and hearing the sound of rolling waves, it is the sea breeze that the motorcycle rumbles and accelerates, it is Sakuragi Hanamichi's love for Haruko, it is feelings, it is love.

• Admission Ticket Free

Enoshima

Regarding the initial formation of Enoshima, it is said that Emperor Kinmei13Year(552Year)4The moon began to pour out sand from the bottom of the sea, passing bytwenty oneQueen of Heaven, formed a sand island. There is a touching legend about the initial formation of the island recorded in Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei. Legend has it that the area around Tsumura (now Kamakura City) used to be40There is a big lake, and there lives a five-headed evil dragon in the lake. It caused landslides and landslides, epidemics of disease, and flooding and typhoons. People were unable to stop its evil deeds, and the village became deserted. Therefore, the Kosha Etsu (now Koshietsu on the other side of Enoshima) was formed. In Qinming13One day of the year, suddenly dark clouds gathered over the sea, and the sky and the earth shook. A beautiful fairy appeared in the clouds, and then suddenly an island floated on the sea.

2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free

Eshima Shrine was founded by Emperor Kinmei13Year(552year), the routine sacrifice is4The beginning of the month. The colorful wooden Eight-Armed Bensaiten Seated Statue in the shrine, the Hizen Kuni Fujiwara Masahiro Sword, the Octagonal Gazing Turtle, the Origin of Eshima, and the Bronze Torii Gate are all precious nationally designated cultural properties. At the same time, Benzaiten is also the God of Wealth, and many worshipers and tourists come here. The money-laundering White Dragon King on the side even said that washing coins in the water here can bring wealth.

40 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine was formerly known as Kamakura Hachimangu Shrine. It was built during the Kamakura Shogunate period.(1192Year), the central belief and patron saint of warriors. It has a deep connection with the first shogun of Kamakura and is quite famous in the Kanto area. More and Ishikimizu Hachimangu Shrine(Kyoto), Usa Hachimangu Shrine(Oita Prefecture in Kyushu)Together they are known as the three major Hachimangu Shrines in Japan. The shrine's territory is vast, and many areas are designated as national historic sites. In addition, many flowers and plants are planted inside, and it is also a famous local place for cherry blossom and maple viewing.

1 Hours 20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Komachi Street extending from Kamakura Station to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine is a very famous and lively old street in Kamakura. There are many shops on both sides of the street selling all kinds of small things. Kamakura has a wide variety of souvenirs, Japanese handicrafts, and local delicacies, and is very popular among locals and tourists. Many of these restaurants are famous gourmet restaurants listed on major website platforms and guide books. If you pass by, don’t miss it.

30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info
  1. Wheelchair accessible
  2. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  3. Public transportation options are available nearby
  4. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  5. Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  1. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  2. Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  3. Total tour duration includes transportation.
  4. Children aged 0-2 years old are free if they do not occupy a seat

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