Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Tours and Tickets

Enjoy a private day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo to see a giant buddha statue, walk through a bamboo forest, explore an old street for shopping, eat a famous dove-shaped biscuit, and write your wish on an oyster shell at a temple. You'll get to choose the best activities for yourself for a personalized tour. Travel is done by public transportation and travel time is included in the tour hours.

Take a break from the fast-paced life of Tokyo and journey back to the ancient capital of Japan, Kamakura, which is home to the Samurai. Get a taste of the beautiful landscape, visit ancient shrines and stroll around Enoshima Island, all in a single tour! Get off the bus and start the tour by visiting the Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, Kamakura's most important shrine. Then, go down Komachi Street, a popular shopping street where you can enjoy local seafood, snacks, and souvenirs.  Next up is a visit one of the most iconic places in Kamakura, the Kotoku Temple with its huge bronze statue of Buddha.  Moving on from Hase Temple, go to the Kotoku Temple, home to the famous eleven-headed statue of Kannon the Goddess of Mercy. The last step of the tour is Enoshima, a small island located west of Kamakura. Many Shrines dedicated to Benten, a popular goddess of good fortune, wealth, music and knowledge can be found on the island. On clear days you can enjoy stunning views of Mt. Fuji!

Kamakura was the former capital of Japan between the 12th and the 14th century. Its abundance of temples and historical sights can make it a tricky task for a visitor with limited time to shortlist where to go. Save research time, and explore the city’s best bits in a day with a guide. Enjoy commentary along the way as you explore multiple temples, and a shrine, including Hase-dera Temple, Hokokuji Temple, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine.

See the best of Kamakura in a day, on this action-packed private tour. Travel quickly and efficiently on the Enoshima Electric Railway, and benefit from having a guide with you to take care of the navigating. The tour saves hours of research time, and goes to a selection of top attractions, including Hase-dera Temple, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, the Great Buddha of Kamakura, Kotoku-in, Inamuragasaki Park, and much more.

Hop the train from Tokyo to Kamakura on this private full-day tour of the historical city. Your experienced private guide takes you to Shinto and Buddhist temples including highlights like the Great Buddha (Kotokuin Temple), Hase Temple and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. You’ll have time to explore the shops along Komachi-Dori. Kamakura is also known for its fine cherry blossom displays in April.

This is a great choice for first-time visitors to Kamakura. Immerse yourself in local cuisine and culture by going on a comprehensive guided tour. Save hours of research time and enjoy insights and tips from your guide. Top sights you’ll visit include Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, and the Great Buddha of Kamakura. A highlight of the tour is visiting Komachi Street, where you’ll discover local gourmet food.

Visit one of Japan’s most recognizable Buddhist monuments with ease on a full-day tour of Kamakura from Tokyo. In a small group limited to five, you’ll tick off the colorful Shrine of Tsuragoaka Hachimangu; marvel at the 47-foot (14-meter) tall bronze Buddha statue of Kotokuin (Great Buddha of Kamakura); and Hokokuji Temple, home to a bamboo garden. Lunch (additional cost), and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

This day trip is the perfect way to explore the many scenic attractions of Kamakura and Enoshima Island. Save hours of research time, and benefit from having a driver-guide to plan the itinerary and transfer you between dispersed sites. Highlights include Hokokuji Temple, Hase-dera Temple, Kotoku-in Temple, and Enoshima Island.

Explore two fascinating Japanese cities in a single day on this private tour from Tokyo. Discover the ancient capital of Kamakura, home to the famed Great Buddha statue, as well as numerous enchanting temples, then continue to Yokohama, Japan's second-largest city to explore some of its highlights, such as Chinatown and the Landmark Tower Sky Garden.

Experience the energy of Japan’s ancient samurai thanks to this 6-hour history-themed walking tour of Kamakura with a private guide. Explore a range of Buddhist temples, Shinto Shrines, and traditional street vendors in a city that was Japan’s feudal capital from the 12th through 14th centuries.

I’m Peter, a writer, photographer, and tour guide, born in the UK, presently living in Kamakura, resident ofJapan for almost 30 years. I have published 4 books, 2 on Japan - Matsuri Call of The Gods and Kamakura Mon Amour - all of which are available online. I would be delighted to show you around this ancient city that was Japan's de facto capital from 1185–1333 and which saw the emergence of the shogunate, the flowering of samurai culture, and the rise of Zen Buddhism. I'll explain the history and culture of the Kamakura Period while we visit the temples and shrines on our tour, and also talk about various aspects of Japanese life, both traditional and contemporary. As a bonus, I’ll take souvenir photos of you on the tour. The tour lasts approximately 4 hours. You may select a starting time on the booking form. If you’re planning a trip to Japan, I strongly recommend you visit Kamakura. There’s a lot to discover in this beautiful and historic city!

Once the capital of Japan, Kamakura, is located about an hour south of Tokyo by train. This small city will give you very different vibes compared to Tokyo in its peaceful green setting on the coast. Kamakura is often called the little Kyoto of the East. Also considered the cradle of Nichiren Buddhism, which is manifested by the many temples that are found across the city. On this walking tour, we will visit a couple of the traditional shops, one of the main shrines of the city and a couple of hidden temples far from the crowds. You will learn how Japanese people practice their religion, and appreciate the traditions together with the green surroundings.

Enjoy a private half-day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo with a licensed guide. You'll get to choose 2 to 3 activities from the "What to Expect" list below for a personalized tour. Possibilities include the Great Buddha of Kamakura, exploring an old street for shopping, visiting Hasedera Temple, and more. Travel is done by public transportation and travel time is included in the four hours of the tour.

This is an ideal choice for time-tight travelers. Avoid the hassle of itinerary planning and opt for this hassle-free half-day tour instead. Tick off lots of Kamakura and Yokohama sights in just a few hours, and enjoy the flexibility of being able to customize the itinerary—this ensures you only visit places that itinerary you. Potential stops include Hase-dera Temple, Sankeien Gardens, Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama, and Shinyokohama Ramen Museum.

Learn more about Kamakura’s culture and history on a private 6-hour guided tour of the Zen temples around town. This private tour is customizable and you can choose your preferred attractions, so you don’t waste time visiting places you’re not interested in. Be amazed by the Giant Buddha at Kotoku-in or the Kannon statue at Hase-dera, visit immaculate temple gardens, and even hike in the forested hills around the city.

Just one hour from Tokyo, Kamakura is the home of the samurai and is of great cultural importance to Japan. To start your day, meet your guide at your hotel, or the closest station. You will then set off to combat the Daibutsu Trail, which is 3.7 miles (6km) in length. The Daibutsu hiking trail runs between the Great Buddha (Daibutsu) in the south and the Jochi-ji Zen temple towards the north. The tour can be personalized according to your wishes. Just let the local partner know what you would like to experience, what time you would like to start your tour, and where you are staying. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

A perfect pick for time-tight travelers interested in ticking off Kamakura and Yokohama in a day, this customizable tour saves hours of research time. Enjoy the personalized experience of being able to customize your itinerary and pick where you want to visit from a list of landmarks. Then, instead of having to navigate, a private guide leads the tour and provides fascinating commentary along the way.

Just south of Tokyo, lays the beautiful and historical Kamakura. Kamakura’s temples and shrines are home to gardens that are beautiful in any season. You can view the ocean from the highest point of Hasedera temple and write your wish on an oyster shell. The over 11 meters tall Great Buddha is an icon of the area residing in Kotokuin Temple. Stop by the old Komachi shopping street and try some Hatosabure, dove shaped biscuits. Each tour is customizable and private. Once you place a reservation, your personal guide will be in touch with you to tailor your trip to you. You can view 3 to 4 sights on this trip. If you wish to extend your time to see more, please contact us directly for extensions (5,000 yen per hour with guide). Transportation time is included in the 6 hours. We hope to guide you soon!

Learn about the history and culture of unmissable Kamakura on a handy private day trip from Tokyo. You’ll keep costs lower and enjoy a local experience by traveling on public transport. Don’t worry about getting lost though, as your guide will be there. Visit the highlights of Kamakura, including the Giant Buddha and its many atmospheric temples and shrines.

Kamakura is a site of the first military government and attracts you through its simple but serene Zen Buddhist atmosphere and samurai culture. You can enjoy a mixture of old Zen temples and modern, charming boutiques on the Komachi Dori shopping street as well as beautiful ocean view. Kamakura is also famous for its Zen vegetarian food, soba noodles, traditional Japanese food and snacks, as well as seasonal beautiful flowers.

If you need a break from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, this private tour ticks all the boxes for relaxation and serenity. Travel to the historic city where you will visit the Great Buddha and Tsurugaoka-hachimangu Shrine, and admire the Japanese garden of Hase Temple.

Kamakura is such a compact city that you can see the whole area within a day. One of the representative sight-seeing spots is Big Image of Buddha in Kotokuin temple. From there, you can travel almost all the famous temples for six hours. Many historical sites are covered in public transportation services. On the way to Hachimangu, we can enjoy shopping on KOMACHI street. While walking through the street, we can feel something different from the western culture. In this area, there are many valuable temples and shrines within a walk. So, we can visit many historical temples and shrines such as so-called hydrangea temple and bamboo grove temple. All these temples are located in calm environment, so you will feel like being in KAMAKURA ZEN Buddhism style. About 1 hour from JR Kita Kamakura station, we will visit the 2nd largest city YOKOHAMA. This time, we will stop over at China town in ISHIKAWA cho in Yokohama. We can enjoy a variety of Chinese cuisines for reasonable prices.

Explore the historic city of Yokohama and Kanagawa. Yokohama is second largest city of Japan, it’s has world’s largest Chinatown and on of first port which was first opened to foreign trade in 1859 during the self isolation period of Japan. Kamakura once called “Kyoto of Eastern Japan” is a very famous among tourists, its offers numerous temples, shrines and other historical monuments.

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