From Tokyo: Kamakura & Enoshima 1-Day Bus Tour
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Kamakura, Japan
- 9 to 10 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoy hassle-free roundtrip transportation to Kamakura and Enoshima from Tokyo on this convenient bus tour. Escape Tokyo for the day and learn about Kamakura’s history as the home of the samurai. Get a great overview of the area as you visit important shrines and major shopping areas. Commentary is provided in English and Chinese. Visit two places in one efficient tour, including the small island of Enoshima with panoramic ocean views.
- Choose from two centrally located pickup locations in Tokyo for flexibility
- Engage with the spiritual side of Kamakura during shrine visits
- Go beyond the guidebooks with insights from your guide
- Swap the busy streets of Tokyo for the ocean air of Enoshima
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entrance fees to temples (Hase-dera & Kōtoku-in)
- English/Chinese-speaking guide (commentary in both languages may be provided on the same bus)
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
Select a meeting point
End point
- Shinjuku Post Office1-chōme-8-8 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 163-8799, Japan
Shinjuku is the only available drop-off point. The tour concludes here, and please note that the bus will not return to Ikebukuro.
Itinerary
1
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Kamakura Komachidori (Pass By)
2
Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Hasedera Temple
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Enoshima Island
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Enoshima Shrine (Pass By)
Maruyamainari Shrine (Pass By)
Kamakura Museum of National Treasures (Pass By)
Shirahata Shrine, Kamakura Hachimangu Shrine (Pass By)
Kamakura Museum of Literature (Pass By)
Zeniarai Benten Ugafuku Shrine (Pass By)
Enoshima Sea Candle (Pass By)
Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamisedori (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Depending on the number of participants, commentary in English and Chinese might be provided on the same bus.
- Search for the guide holding a pale blue flag at the meeting point.
- Infants under 3 years old are free of charge without seat. If a seat is required, please book under the child's price.
- The tour schedule may change without prior notice due to weather, road traffic conditions, and other unforeseen reasons. (There might be delays in returning to the designated location.)
- This tour will depart regardless of weather or traffic conditions, unless you are notified otherwise by the local operator. Trip Advisor / Viator and your local tour operator will not be responsible for itinerary changes due to unforeseen circumstances.
- In case of late arrivals, regardless of contact prior to the departure time, refunds will not be granted. Contact us 24 hours before the departure for reschedule if there is any possibility of late arrival.
- The tour may be canceled if the minimum group size of 10 people is not reached. Customers will be notified approximately 3 to 4 days before the departure date in such cases.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before departure at your selected meeting point, as your assigned bus & guide will be based on that specific location. The guide has a list of participants for each bus & may not be able to accommodate guests who arrive at a different meeting point. Late arrival or arrival at the wrong location will result in missing the tour, & refunds won't be issued. If you'd like to change your meeting point or are unsure about the meeting point, pls notify us at least 2 days before departure for assistance.
- The bus will be departing on time (no exception).
- Please adhere to the scheduled time. We are unable to accommodate delays or wait for any reason. The tour will depart promptly as scheduled to respect all customers' time.
- In case of late arrivals / arrival at wrong location, regardless of contact prior to the departure time, refunds may not be granted. Contact us 24 hours before the departure for reschedule if there is any possibility of late arrival or to confirm the exact location.
- We recommend checking the right meet-up location beforehand to avoid getting lost. Provided location are the exact points of the meeting point on google maps. If you are confused about meeting points, message us beforehand for more details. No refund request will be accepted for arrivals at wrong location.
- Please adhere to the scheduled time. We are unable to accommodate delays or wait for any reason. The tour will depart promptly as scheduled to respect all customers' time.
- Please check the photo in the product page & scan the QR code for the meeting point reference.
- Contact # may not be responsive outside of business hours, 9:30am~6pm JST (weekdays only)
- Regarding luggage, we allow one piece of luggage per person during the excursion. Please also ensure that the luggage is manageable and fits comfortably within our vehicle. Please also be aware that any items stored in the trunk will not be accessible in between stops on the tour, so keep all valuables with you.
- There is only one drop-off point at the end of the tour : Near Shinjuku Station (West Exit)
- In general, we do not send out confirmation emails prior to departure. If you would like more information or need to clarify something, please contact us and we will send you the relevant details.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 90 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.5
based on 246 reviews
Karen_L, Jun 2026
Our guide was friendly, professional and well informed. Would have liked mire commentary along the long drive to Kamakura. Perhaps drop Enoshima. Interesting but adds time to a ling day, especially the long drive back in heavy traffic. Need better info about bus parking location at each stop. Too easy to get lost coming back, although staff was as helpful as possible when this happened.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your first day in Japan and that your guide was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable.
We also appreciate your thoughtful suggestions regarding the amount of commentary, the inclusion of Enoshima, and the bus parking information at each stop. Your comments are valuable and will be shared with our operations team as we continuously work to improve the tour experience.
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to see you again on another tour in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
llinteach, Jun 2026
Excellent English speaking skills! She kept us informed on what was on the itinerary and key points when visiting the destination!
Very interesting and interactive!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with our guide Yuki. Her excellent communication skills, engaging personality, and dedication to keeping guests informed truly make each tour special. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with her.
Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure in Japan soon!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Nicole_A, Jun 2026
Good to see different sights and to get out of Tokyo for a day. Wish there had been more description and/or history of what we were seeing. We had a little rainy weather due to a typhoon blowing in, so some places were closed on Enoshima. The drive back from
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!
We're glad you enjoyed visiting Kamakura and Enoshima and appreciated the opportunity to explore beyond Tokyo.
We sincerely apologize that the time spent on Enoshima felt longer than expected, especially without a restroom break. We also understand your desire for more historical information throughout the tour. Your feedback is valuable and will be shared with our team.
We're sorry that the rainy weather and approaching typhoon affected your visit and led to some closures on Enoshima. We hope you were still able to enjoy the beautiful scenery despite the conditions.
Thank you for joining us, and we hope to see you again on another tour in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Basil_P, May 2026
Well organised, Yuki was brilliant. I would do it again if I had the time. The selections of stops were well picked.
Jason_U, May 2026
This was an amazing tour, our guide was very knowledgeable and was giving us all of the information we needed to understand the Japanese culture and landmarks.
Stefan_B, May 2026
Pan was very friendly and informative. Learnt a lot about Kamakura and Enoshima throughout the trip. It was organised well and had enough time at each location to freely explore without rushing. Highly recommend this tour if you're here for the first time 😁
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found our guide Pan friendly and informative throughout the trip. It’s great to know the pace of the tour allowed you enough time to explore comfortably while learning more about the local culture and history.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Japan soon!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Heather_L, May 2026
This tour was great and even had to experience it in the pouring rain. Our guide was amazing and the tour was accurate to the description. The only thing I would adjust is less time at enoshima island at the end. I think 2 hours was too long. But loved the experience!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for your thoughtful review of our Kamakura & Enoshima tour!
We’re so happy to hear that you still had a great experience despite the pouring rain, and that your guide helped make the day enjoyable. We also appreciate your feedback about the time spent at Enoshima Island — comments like yours are very helpful as we continue improving our tours.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you again on a future trip in Japan!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Brenda_M, May 2026
Nice visit to various shrines, temples and monuments. Amazing giant Buddha. Souvenir shopping on Komachi Street.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We’re happy to hear you enjoyed visiting the shrines, temples, the Great Buddha, and shopping along Komachi Street.
We appreciate your comments and we hope to welcome you again on another tour in Japan!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
sarran_h, May 2026
It was amazing. Beautiful sights and the tour guide was absolutely lovely to talk to, and really engaged with us about the history’s of the locations.
Would 100% book again
Gaynor_F, May 2026
Great day out of Tokyo, four different sights. Loved Kamakura, beautiful temple then main Street with Tori gates all the way to the ocean. The Daibutsu Buddha is impressive & then we went to Enoshima island for a couple of hours to enjoy at our own pace. Great main Street, specialty & food places. Our guides were lovely & enthusiastic. Highly recommend this trip.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring the different sights outside of Tokyo and had a memorable day discovering Kamakura and Enoshima Island.
It’s wonderful to know that you loved the beautiful temples, the impressive Great Buddha, and the lively streets filled with local food and specialty shops. We’re also delighted that our guides helped make the experience even more enjoyable with their enthusiasm and friendliness.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to see you again on another trip in Japan!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Pamela_W, May 2026
The guide for my tour was excellent and really gave a lot of detailed history to each place we visited.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the Kamakura & Enoshima tour and that your guide’s detailed historical explanations made the experience even more meaningful.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another adventure in Japan soon!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Leo_K, May 2026
Seeing the great Buddha was an awesome experience and every stop was worth it
I do recommend it of course it will be a long day we left shinjuku at 8:30 am and we came back around 6:14 pm
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re so happy to hear that seeing the Great Buddha was such an awesome experience for you and that you enjoyed every stop along the tour. We also appreciate you mentioning the schedule, as it helps future guests know what to expect from this full-day adventure.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to see you again on another trip in Japan!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Austin_V, May 2026
Good Tour; added value for money, great guide and awesome bus driver. Takes you to the key spots. Comfy bus. Masa the guide was kind, knowledgeable and was caring.
Henry_B, May 2026
This was a great experience to know about Japan culture, customs and values. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable in the area.
Simon_W, May 2026
Very nice tour guide and good amount of time to explore the shrine by yourselfs. Highly recommend to eat a grilled squid on Enoshima island.
Denise_M, May 2026
Very nice experience however there was not enough time at the Great Buddha and too much time at the island which offered us nothing but food.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We’re glad to hear you had a nice experience overall and appreciate your comments about the tour timing. We understand that you would have preferred more time at the Great Buddha and less time at Enoshima Island. Your feedback is very valuable, and we will share it with our team as we continue working to improve the balance of the itinerary for future guests.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again on another tour in Japan!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Kara_P, Apr 2026
We had a wonderful day on this excursion! All of the shrines and temples were just beautiful! The Great Buddha that was bronze was absolutely stunning. The first time you look up at it you can’t help be feel at absolute peace. Highly recommend!!
Michelle_T, Apr 2026
Yuki was a wonderful host for today’s excursion. We enjoyed 4 different stops at which we were able to explore at our own pace. She provided great history and background as well as site specific pamphlets to allow us to customize our path at each. She also helped by providing specific instructions for where and what time to meet back up. Very helpful in a location like Kamakura. We got lucky and the weather was cool and the rain held off long enough to enjoy the entire day without needing an umbrella. Really enjoyed the fresh seafood at the last stop. Wonderful views. Be prepared to walk up a lot of steps and bring your energy for this one. So much to see and learn about this wonderful place. Thank you Yuki!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re delighted to hear that our guide Yuki made your day so enjoyable with her guidance and helpful information. It’s great that you had the chance to explore at your own pace and enjoy the beautiful sights, fresh seafood, and pleasant weather.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again on another adventure!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Justin_B, Apr 2026
This tour exceeded every expectation I had. Kamakura was absolutely stunning from start to finish. The temples were incredible, and what really stood out was how green and lush the whole area was. Every stop felt like you were stepping into a completely different world, and each one was more beautiful than the last. I honestly could have spent a full day at just about any single spot we visited.
Enoshima was a highlight I didn’t see coming. The caves there were genuinely one of the coolest things I’ve seen on this entire trip. Hard to put into words but you just have to experience it for yourself.
A huge part of what made this day so great was our tour guide Eric. He was absolutely wonderful. Knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and genuinely fun to be around the whole day. He made sure everyone understood the history and significance of each place without it ever feeling like a lecture, and his energy kept the group going even after a long day of walking. The kind of guide that takes a great tour and makes it a memorable experience.
If you’re visiting Tokyo and on the fence about this day trip, stop debating and just book it. 10 out of 10.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re thrilled to hear that Kamakura and Enoshima made such a strong impression on you, especially the lush scenery and the caves. It’s great to know that our guide Eric helped make the day even more memorable with his energy and insights.
We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on another trip in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Guy_H, Apr 2026
Great tour, Yuki was a fantastic tour guide and very knowledgable about all things Japanese.
Fully recommend
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We're really glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and that our guide Yuki helped make your experience memorable with her knowledge and guidance. It means a lot to us that you’d recommend the trip.
Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back on another tour in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
elisiateese, Apr 2026
Had a really good day with this tour. It was quite a big group so a bit skeptical at first but it meant that we could explore at our leisure and do the things we like.
Yuki, our guide, as well as the two drivers were great as well. Very hospitable and informative.
The only downside is that we could either eat really early at the first stop or quite late at the last stop so at the first one we weren't hungry yet but then starving by the time we reached the island.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We’re so happy to hear you had a great day exploring Kamakura and Enoshima, and that our guide Yuki and our drivers helped make your experience enjoyable and informative. It’s wonderful that you were able to explore at your own pace and make the most of each stop.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the meal timing—it’s very helpful as we continue to improve our tours.
We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another adventure in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Arya_K, Apr 2026
This was an overall great tour, but our Tour guide Masa’s English was really hard to understand. He did not tell us very much about each place, and basically left us to our free time. It is important to have a guide speak clear English because instructions can get confusing during the tour. Otherwise, highly recommend if you want to see some beautiful sights
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
We’re really glad to hear that you enjoyed the overall experience and the beautiful sights. At the same time, we sincerely appreciate your honest feedback regarding the guiding. We’re sorry to hear that the explanations and clarity of communication did not meet your expectations. Clear and informative guidance is very important to us, and your comments will be shared with our team so we can continue improving both our delivery and guest experience.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another trip in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Katherine_G, Apr 2026
Lots of stops to see different sites. Get ready to walk! It was an enjoyable day and I recommend it to others!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We're really glad to hear you had an enjoyable day exploring Kamakura and Enoshima with us. It’s true—there’s plenty to see, and a bit of walking helps you take it all in!
We appreciate your recommendation and your helpful tip for future guests. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Jennifer_D, Apr 2026
Beautiful day. We loved this tour. Be ready for lots of climbing stairs and incredible views!!! Tour was so worth it.
Connie_B, Apr 2026
It rained the day we went, but this tour would have been fantastic if the sun was shining. Eric was our guide and he was a little hard to understand. The Big Buddha was good to see and the Enoshima gardens were very beautiful. I would recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for your thoughtful review!
We're glad to hear you still enjoyed the tour despite the rainy weather, and that highlights like the Big Buddha and Enoshima gardens made a positive impression.
We also appreciate your feedback about the guide and will work on improving clarity for an even better experience. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on a sunnier day!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Erika_L, Apr 2026
Eric was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable. Kamakura is beautiful. I am so glad we booked this experience.
Ian_M, Apr 2026
This is a great one day tour led by a knowledgeable guide, the sights are beautiful and full of Japan’s rich history
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you so much for your kind review!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Kamakura & Enoshima tour and found it both beautiful and rich in history. It’s especially great to know that your guide made the experience even more meaningful.
Thank you again for joining us, and we hope to see you on another trip in the future!
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Sabina_W, Apr 2026
Tour guide Eric was great. He was chatty , clear with instructions about where and when to meet. All the places we stopped were beautiful. I only wish I had more time. Beautiful day trip. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for your lovely review!
We’re so happy to hear you had a great day exploring Kamakura and Enoshima.
It’s wonderful that our guide Eric’s guidance and clear instructions helped make your experience smooth and enjoyable. We’re also glad you loved the beautiful spots along the way—though we completely understand wishing for a bit more time at each stop!
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another memorable trip in Japan.
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Dafne_V, Apr 2026
Very well organized tour. Erick was my guide and was very kind and professional. I think we should have been given more time at Kamakura because of the high season. It was impossible to be on time with all the lines to see the attractions.
If you are an enthusiast of Asian religions you will love this tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review!
We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour well organized and that our guide Erick made a positive impression with his kindness and professionalism. We also appreciate your valuable feedback regarding the time in Kamakura during the high season. We understand how crowds and lines can impact the experience, and we will take this into consideration for future improvements.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour soon.
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
Kaushal_S, Apr 2026
We really enjoyed this tour of Kamakura and Enoshima Island. Yuki was our tour guide and she was awesome. She made sure that everyone had a good time and followed up on every request made by all the tour participants. She also provided a ton of information about the places we visited, and gave us plenty of time to explore on our own.
In Kamakura, our favorite was the pathway in the middle of the street surrounded by cherry blossoms. It was not even in the description of the tour, but Yuki made sure we knew about it and checked it out. The giant Buddha and the shrine were also quite good.
In Enoshima Island, we decided to go to the top of the Sea Candle, and it was well worth the few dollars we paid for it. The view of the surrounding area was amazing. The only regret we had was that it was too cloudy to see Mt. Fuji - that would have been a real treat. Because we stopped for lunch, we did not have enough time to explore the rest of the island, but we thoroughly enjoyed walking through the town up to the Sea Candle.
This was definitely one of our more relaxing day trips from Tokyo - don't get me wrong - it was still a lot of walking, but it just felt a lot more relaxing than the other day trips, which seemed very rushed. If you like nature, I would highly recomend this tour, especially with Yuki as the tour guide
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear valued customer,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed pace of the tour and had such a great experience exploring Kamakura and Enoshima. Our guide Yuki will be especially happy to know her efforts made your day memorable.
It’s lovely that you discovered the cherry blossom pathway and enjoyed the views from the Sea Candle—hopefully next time you’ll be able to catch a glimpse of Mt. Fuji as well!
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour soon.
Best regards,
VIP Japan Tours
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