Engaku-ji Temple Tours and Tickets

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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! This is a walking/public transport tour.

This private and customizable tour for Kamakura is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

Experience Kamakura’s nature and history with a local host on this all-day excursion. After a complimentary train trip from Tokyo, enjoy a custom-crafted itinerary in this one-time capital of medieval Japan. Explore beautiful Shinto shrines in the forest, marvel at brilliant cherry blossoms, and admire the “Great Buddha,” a massive, nearly 800-year-old bronze sculpture of Amida Buddha.

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.

4 Days Tour Details as mentioned below: 1st Day TOKYO CITY TOUR 1- Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street 2-Tsukuji Market 3-Tokyo SkyTree 4- Imperial palace 5- Meiji Jingu Shrine 6- Shibuya Area/Scramble Crossing 7- Tokyo Tower 2nd Day MT FUJI Hakone 1-Mt Fuji 5th station 2-Lake Kawaguchi 3-Gandola Ropeway cable car 4- Ensoli Ship cruise 5-Oshino Hakkai old Japanese village 6-Oishi Park 6- Hakone Lake Ashinko 7-Owakudani velly Mt Hakone 3rd Day Nikko Tour 1-Shinkyo Bridge 2-Toshogu Shrine Complex 3-Kegon Water Falls 4-Lake Chuzenji 4th Day Kamakura Tour 1-Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura) 2-Enoshima Island 3-Yokohama Chinatown 4-Yamashita Park This is Private TOUR only for your FAMILY Group members. We provide you Professional English speaking Driver in person Guide. They are very professional, Polite and they will suggest you the best places to go and make your tour memorable & full of fun. Our tour is fully Customizable.

Experience a one-of-a-kind journey as we venture into a part of Engakuji Temple that is usually off-limits to the general public. This exclusive area has been reserved for our private use, providing an exceptional opportunity for an immersive cultural encounter. During our time inside this special temple, we'll have the privilege of witnessing a mesmerizing karate performance, trying our hand at zazen meditation, engaging in shakyo (copying Buddhist sutras), and experiencing the art of tea ceremony. If you wish, you can even participate in the karate demonstration yourself. Moreover, our knowledgeable guide will facilitate meaningful conversations, as they translate the insightful words shared by the temple's venerable monk. Don't miss this extraordinary chance to delve into the essence of Japanese culture and uncover the deeper essence of Japan itself. This unique experience goes beyond the ordinary, offering a truly remarkable exploration of Japan's cultural heritage.