Top Kanagawa Prefecture Rail Tours

Experience the highlights of Hakone by foot in a private walking tour. Skip the crowded group tours and tailor the experience to your preferences. You’ll only see the local attractions that you’re interested in, whether you want to try the area’s famous black boiled eggs, ride the Hakone Ropeway, visit an art museum, or hike across Hakone’s volcanic landscapes.

Explore Kamakura's history, culture, and natural beauty with our guided walking tour. Visit iconic sites like Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, the Kamakura Great Buddha, and Hasedera Temple, gaining insights into their significance. Experience traditional rituals, discover artistic treasures, and enjoy the city's stunning coastal views. Savor local cuisine, from traditional dishes to hidden gems. Our small-group tour offers a personalized, hassle-free exploration of Kamakura. Join us to uncover this enchanting city's beauty, culture, and warm hospitality.

Enjoy a private half-day trip to Kamakura from Tokyo with a licensed guide and avoid the risk of getting lost or missing the best bits. Choose 2–3 activities that interest you most for a personalized tour. Possibilities include the Great Buddha, Komachi Shopping Street, Hasedera Temple, and more. Travel is by public transportation and on foot.

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.

Explore Kamakura’s Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple, Hokokuji Temple(Bamboo Temple), and samurai shrine on a relaxed private tour. We’ll offer a few expert-crafted itineraries to choose from, or you can fully customize your own. Your local guide shares insider insights into culture, history, and traditions, and adjusts the pace to your interests — temples, hidden gems, food, or nature. Ideal for families, culture lovers, and curious travelers seeking a personal, flexible experience.

Book this Hakone private tour by public transportation and follow a guide to some of the best sights in the city without having to worry about knowing your way around, especially on public transport. See Hakone Open-Air Museum, spend time at the hot springs in Hakone, and take a cruise on Lake Ashi in a replica of a pirate ship. Plus, when booking, choose from multiple start times to suit your own schedule.

You can enjoy a guided sightseeing tour only with your family and friends. This tour is a tour using public transportation. This is a guided private tour that includes Kotokuin (Great Buddha Statue) and Hokukuji Temple Bamboo Forest on your itinerary. Hotel pick up in Tokyo 23 wards. Hokoku-ji Temple is very famous for its Bamboo Garden, and is a Michelin Green Guide, a three-star tourist attraction with only two locations in Kamakura. You can also drink matcha while watching the fantastic approximately 2,000 bamboo groves. The Big Buddha, which is synonymous with Kamakura, will be even more fun if you look at it while listening to the detailed historical explanations of the guides with national qualifications. For details of the destination, you can look at the what to expect section of this web page.

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.

Enjoy the highlights of ancient Kamakura without having to share your guide with a group of other travelers on this private full-day tour. Learn more about the destinations you visit as you’ll be able to hear your guide. Go at your own pace and customize the day to suit your needs. Spend time at historic and architectural wonders, including Hase-dera Temple, Kotokuin (Daibutsu), and Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine.

Kamakura is an ancient city that has produced its own, original culture. Once it was a political capital along with Nara and Kyoto, and was also the birthplace of Japan's first samurai government, the "Kamakura shogunate". Customizable private tour Our small-group tour offers a personalized, hassle-free exploration of Kamakura. Join us to uncover this enchanting city's beauty, culture, and warm hospitality. Let us design the perfect tour for you and your travel buddies! Tell us your hobbies and interests and we will create a day trip that matches your vision. Are you a history buff? A foodie? Anime Otaku? Or just need to see it all? We will work with you to design a trip (or two!) that will give you plenty to talk about. We cater to families and groups up to 6 people. Bilingual (English and Japanese) guide included. Let’s go on an adventure together!

Walk Kamakura with a Friend" Unlike standard tours, this experience feels like exploring with a knowledgeable local friend who happens to know every hidden corner of their hometown. What Makes It Different: Conversational, Not Scripted No memorized lectures or rigid schedules—ask anything, wander freely, and let curiosity guide the day Stories flow naturally: local legends, personal memories, which café owner makes the best matcha. Insider Access That quiet garden path most visitors miss? The shopkeeper who chats about temple restoration? The sunset spot locals keep secret? Your "friend" knows them all Paced Like Real Life Lunch isn't a rushed meal—it's lingering over shirasu-don while people-watching and debating the best season for hydrangeas Time to sketch, to sit, to absorb—no herding from site to site. Adaptive & Personal Want to spend 20 extra minutes photographing the Sammon Gate's roof details? Skip a spot for more beach time? The day bends to your interests.

Explore Kamakura's rich history and culture on a customizable half-day tour. Guided by a Kamakura-born local expert, visit iconic sites like Engaku-ji Temple and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, while enjoying the flexibility to tailor your itinerary to your interests. Savor traditional Japanese cuisine, including vegan options, and uncover hidden gems along Komachi Dori Street. This private experience ensures personal attention and a relaxed pace, making it perfect for first-time visitors or seasoned travelers seeking a unique adventure in Kamakura. - Flexible 4-hour private tour tailored to your interests - Discover famous temples, shrines, and local artisan shops - Optional lunch at a local restaurant or vegan bento, with the flexibility to skip lunch if you prefer - Learn about Kamakura's history from a knowledgeable Kamakura-born guide

Escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo and delve into the serene beauty of Mt. Oyama. This private hiking adventure is tailored for active travelers eager to explore Japan's stunning natural landscapes, featuring forest trails, ancient shrines, and panoramic views. After your hike, unwind at a local onsen for a soothing hot spring experience. The itinerary is flexible, ensuring the route and pace match your fitness level, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an authentic experience beyond typical sightseeing. - Enjoy a private hiking tour to the scenic Mt. Oyama - Explore forest trails and discover cultural shrines along the way - Tailored to your fitness level for an enjoyable experience - Relax in a local onsen after your rewarding hike

If you’d like to explore Hakone, but don’t want to join a large group tour, this Hakone Full-Day Private Tour is a great choice. This private tour is led by a private guide who focuses on your private group. Visit Hakone Shrine and Hakone Open-Air Museum, and go on a cruise on Lake Ashi. Plus, your guide shares commentary as you travel from place to place.

Escape the city and join me on a memorable day trip exploring the rich history and natural beauty. Just one hour from central Tokyo, you’ll find a serene landscape that has inspired pilgrims, samurai, and travelers for generations. We meet at Isehara Station on the Odakyu Line and take a bus to the base of Mount Oyama. From there, enjoy a scenic six-minute cable car ride to Oyama Afuri Shrine. After visiting the shrine, we descend by cable car and stroll through the historic streets. For lunch, enjoy a bowl of ramen at a charming restaurant renovated from a former pilgrim’s lodging. In the afternoon, we travel by bus to Hinata Yakushi Temple, a peaceful forest sanctuary with over 1,200 years of history. Inside, you’ll see remarkable Buddhist statues designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan, reflecting the region’s deep spiritual roots. We then return to Isehara Station by bus, concluding the tour with lasting memories of Kanagawa’s spiritual heritage and natural beauty.

This guided walking tour deeply immerses you in 840 years of rich history and hidden local life, walking through charming back alleys away from the crowds. Starting with a nostalgic Enoden train ride, we will explore Kamakura's oldest Shinto shrine, the iconic Great Buddha, a historic samurai shrine, and a secret viewpoint for a breathtaking panoramic ocean view. Along the way, we will take a break at a secret local cafe, and also have time to stop by local souvenir shops along Daibutsu-dori Avenue. ・Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in authentic local culture. ・Admission for the Great Buddha and one complimentary cafe drink are included. ・Discover secret viewpoints, historic shrines, and hidden alleys with a local guide.

Take the Enoden to Hase Station and visit Kotoku-in Temple to see the Great Buddha. You can also enter inside the Buddha. Visit Hasedera Temple, stroll through its gardens, enjoy views of Kamakura Bay, and relax by the pond. Take the Enoden to Kamakura Station for lunch. Take a bus to Hokokuji Temple and enjoy its peaceful bamboo grove. Take a bus to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, known for its connection to Minamoto no Yoritomo, and explore its grounds. Stroll along Komachi-dori for street food and souvenir shopping. Disband at Kamakura Station.

Kamakura ＆ Enoshima walking tour and the experience of making your original T-shirt with your favorite photos you took.

Hike a section of the ancient forest-clad Tokaido Highway that links Tokyo with former capitals Kyoto and Osaka. Experience Amazake Chaya, one of the few remaining of hundreds of teahouses that lined the old Tokaido, Cedar Avenue with towering 400 year-old Japanese cedar patrolling both sides of the trail, and stunning views of Mt Fuji (weather permitting) from Yamanaka Castle Ruins, and more. Hakone Hachiri has been declared a Japan Heritage Area. Allow our guide to immerse you in the history, culture, and natural heritage of this ancient route.

This tour combines Kamakura’s most iconic landmarks with its hidden spiritual and natural treasures. Rather than simply visiting temples and shrines, you will experience them through stories, history, and local traditions that bring each site to life. Led by an experienced English-speaking guide, you will explore peaceful forest paths connecting some of Kamakura’s most remarkable locations, including Engaku-ji, Jōchi-ji, Zeniarai Benten Shrine, Kuzuharaoka Shrine, and the iconic Great Buddha. Along the way, you will discover the history of the former samurai capital, learn how Zen Buddhism shaped Japanese culture, and enjoy quiet natural scenery often missed by larger tour groups. With a private or small-group atmosphere, time for photos, and insider knowledge from a local guide, this experience offers a deeper and more authentic way to explore Kamakura than a standard sightseeing tour.

Explore the rich cultural heritage and stunning scenery of Kamakura and Enoshima on this approximately 4-hour guided, small group walking tour. Starting at Kamakura Station, visit Hase-dera Temple with its picturesque coastal views, and marvel at the Great Buddha at Kotoku-in Temple. Travel on the scenic Enoden Line along the coast and through traditional neighborhoods to Enoshima, where you will experience breathtaking panoramas from the Enoshima Sea Candle and stroll through lush gardens. Enjoy stops at local shrines, the iconic Lover's Bell, and Iwaya Caves with opportunities to discover coastal rock pools if conditions allow. - 4-hour guided walking tour with native English-speaking guide - Visit Hase-dera Temple and Kotoku-in Temple, home of the Great Buddha - Scenic train ride on the Enoden Line along the coastline - Explore Enoshima Island, including the Sea Candle and Iwaya Caves

Kamakura used to be a center of politics in the 12th century. There are many historical places from that period. There are lots of shrines and temples. We use public transportation to visit sites. Since we are using public transportation to get around the area, we may be able to visit 3 or 4 spots. I will arrange the itinerary depending on your interests and needs.

Lead by me ,a 10 year resident of Japan, licensed kimono teacher, and international lecturer; as well as tea ceremony practitioner. Let me guide you in one of my favorite towns right outside Tokyo. Get away from the hustle of Tokyo to quiet Kita-Kamakura. Learn how to walk, sit, and pose elegantly in Kimono while we enjoy the peaceful Zen of nature all around. Kimono, matcha, seasonal lunch, and sweets! What could be more exciting for your visit in Japan? Elegant but not stiff we will learn some history and etiquette but mostly we will just feel. Feel the wind, feel the silk, feel the warm tea bowl and be at peace