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119+ tours, tickets and activities in Kamakura, Japan. Booking is completed on Viator, with free cancellation on many options.

Tours and activities in Kamakura

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Sacred Kamakura Serenity: Jean’s 3hour Daibutsu & Hidden Escape

Discover the special Kamakura in just 3 hours! Experience Japan's most famous temples and shrines, including Kotokuin (Great Buddha) in Kamakura, on a 3-hours walking tour. The 14-meter-high Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Kamakura) in Kotokuin Temple is a sight to behold. Led by knowledgeable local guides, you’ll uncover the rich history behind significant sites such as the serene Sasuke Inari Shrine…

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £43.50 per person

Kamakura Day Tour

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, whi…

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £85 per person

Kamakura with a Local: Great Buddha, Samurai & Ocean Views

Go beyond Kamakura’s Great Buddha with a local guide. Experience a perfect balance of Hase's highlights and hidden gems, featuring samurai history, quiet alleys, and stunning ocean views away from the crowds. Kamakura is famous for its Great Buddha and Hasedera Temple. But beyond the famous sights lies a quieter city filled with samurai history, hidden streets, traditional neighborhoods, and beau…

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £48.33 per person

Kamakura Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover Kamakura's highlights efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Take a breath of fresh sea air when you visit Kamakura. Kamakura’s temples and shrines are known for beautiful gardens. View the ocean from the highest points of the temples and write your wish on an oyster shell.…

4.0(2)Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews6 hFree cancellation

From £290.97 per person

Kamakura Small Group Onigiri making and Sake Tasting in Sake Bar

You will make two rice balls guided by an experienced food journalist before tasting sake. You will learn about Japanese food and drink culture from the sake bar owner and the food journalist. You can enjoy the cozy atmosphere of a small hidden sake bar, sitting stools on a wooden counter.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £29 per person

【VIP】Geisha Dance & Tea ceremony experence with Yukata

A valuable experience that can only be had in Japan. It's a waste to end up wearing a yukata! Wearing a yukata and bowing and walking, let's feel Japan in the era when there were samurai. Once you get used to wearing a yukata, use a fan to dance to the representative Japanese song "Sakura Sakura".

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews24 hFree cancellation

From £96.67 per person

Kamakura: Explore the most famous street & get your favorite

This is the tour for people who want to feel Japanese traditional culture and latest foods together!! Kamakura is a town where samurai culture remains and where one can enjoy fashionable stores and the latest sweets. Not only foreign tourists but also many Japanese visit Kamakura. You can enjoy the latest gourmet foods and trendy Japanese foods, while the townscape preserves traditional culture a…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £31.90 per person

Jean’s Kamakura Zen Retreat: Private Full-Day Walking Tour

Immerse yourself in the serene world of Zen Buddhism on this 5-hour private walking tour in Kamakura. Led by an expert guide, you will explore some of Kamakura’s most important Zen temples, where the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful gardens offer a perfect escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Discover the history and philosophy behind Zen, admire traditional architecture, and enjoy the tran…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £87 per person

Miso Ramen Gyoza and Matcha Cooking Class Professional Teacher

Cooking class with omotenashi. Would you take a Lesson while receive Japanese OMOTENASHI? Because I teach many students how cook Japanese food, I am a professional. You can learn with peace of mind. Let’s talk about Japanese culture, anime and sightseeing! I love trip, so I will Introduce recommendation places.

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £72.50 per person

Fun Private Kamakura Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Discover the charm of Kamakura alongside a passionate, native English and Japanese-speaking local who knows the area inside and out. Begin your day with a peaceful hike through Genjiyama, walking scenic forest trails and enjoying a quieter side of the city. Midway through the tour, take a break and enjoy an authentic lunch at a locally owned restaurant run by Kamakura-born and raised locals—suppo…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews5 hFree cancellation

From £72.50 per person

Kamakura Walking Tour and T-shirt Printing Experience

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

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews7 hFree cancellation

From £45.74 per person

Kamakura Mindfulness Tea Ceremony Experience

This is an instructor-led mindfulness tea ceremony experience where participants are gently guided through each step by facilitator Miki in a peaceful gallery setting in Kamakura. Unlike a formal tea ceremony that requires kneeling on tatami mats, this experience is held in a relaxed table-style setting, so guests can enjoy the Way of Tea while sitting comfortably on chairs. In a calm Kamakura ga…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £106.33 per person

Hidden Kamakura Hike Zen Temples Bamboo Forest and Great Buddha

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, inclu…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews3 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £58 per person

Kamakura Temples Private Custom Tour from Tokyo

Discover the best of Kamakura in summer on this private, fully customizable tour with a dedicated private vehicle. Designed for comfort and flexibility, this experience lets you explore at your own pace while avoiding crowded transport in the heat. In addition to Kamakura’s iconic temples and shrines, this tour highlights unique Japanese summer traditions. Cool off with refreshing Japanese shaved…

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £439.84 per person

Private Masterpiece Atelier & Award-Winning Kamakura-bori Seal

1. Enter the Master's Atelier Meet your fourth-generation host and learn about the family's seal-making heritage since 1898. 2. Encounter Award-Winning Craft Discover engraving tools and masterworks, with demonstrations and a deeper conversation about practice and artistry. 3. Practice Calligraphy with the Master Learn brushwork, create a piece on fine paper, and receive the master's handwritten…

New2 hFree cancellation

From £367.24 per person

Kamakura: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu & Komachi Street Tour

Immerse yourself in Kamakura's history with a 1.5-hour tour of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and Komachi Street. This sacred shrine, revered by samurai and shoguns for centuries, offers a peaceful escape with its grand torii gates, lush grounds, and deep spiritual significance. Afterward, explore the lively Komachi Street, lined with local shops and traditional eateries, offering a taste of Kamaku…

New1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £43.50 per person

Sacred Giants and Hidden Caves: A Kamakura Journey Through Time

Uncover Kamakura's spiritual secrets on this 1.5-hour tour, visiting the legendary Great Buddhas of Kotokuin and Hase-ji Temple. Delve into hidden caves, ancient statues, and serene landscapes that tell stories of over 800 years of history.

New1 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £51.84 per person

Kamakura & Shonan Night Izakaya Bar Hopping Tour

While Kamakura is lively during the day, its evening atmosphere reveals a more intimate side of the region. As the sun sets, quiet streets lead to cozy izakayas where locals gather to enjoy food, drinks, and conversation. This two-hour bar hopping tour invites you to experience that hidden nightlife culture. Choose from three distinct areas. In historic Kamakura, enjoy a relaxed night in the form…

New2 hFree cancellation

From £101.50 per person

Private tour: 4 Best Kamakura Destinations with a Certified Guide

Visiting the first capital of Japan established by the Samurai government, tourists will feel the history and religeous beliefs nartured by the opulent Samurai culture: Visitors will be impressed by the following historical heritages: * Historic Zen Temples and Shrines: Explore ancient temples like Kencho-ji, Engaku-ji, and Hasedera, as well as shrines like Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, offering a glimp…

New4 hFree cancellation

From £241.67 per person

Kamakura Shrines and Temples Tour by Enoden Train and Bus

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 co…

New6 hFree cancellation

From £130.50 per person

Private Temples and Nature in North Kamakura Walking Tour

This private Kamakura walking tour takes you through some of the city’s most beautiful and spiritual spots, including Engaku-ji, Meigetsu-in and Kencho-ji, the oldest Zen temple in Kamakura. Enjoy a relaxing stroll surrounded by moss gardens, stone paths, and seasonal flowers, while your English-speaking local guide shares the history and stories behind each sacred site. Unlike crowded group tour…

New3 hFree cancellation

From £58 per person

Explore Great Buddha and Temples in Kamakura Private Tour

Explore Kamakura's iconic landmarks on a customizable private tour, featuring the Great Buddha and Hase-dera Temple. Travel aboard the scenic Enoden train, taking in coastal views and seasonal beauty with a local guide. Discover the charm of Komachi Street, known for its vibrant shops and local treats. This tour offers a unique glimpse into Kamakura's culture, tailored to your interests, ensuring…

New3 hFree cancellation

From £58 per person

Kamakura: A Journey of Connection

Kamakura is where Japan’s first samurai government was established about 840 years ago. As you explore the area, you can discover why the samurai chose this location as their political center. The city is filled with historic temples and shrines, and on this tour we visit three of the most popular sites: the Great Buddha, Hasedera Temple, and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine. We finish at Komachi Str…

New3 hFree cancellation

From £203 per person

Kamakura Cherry Blossom Half Day Walking Tour with a Local Guide

This 4-hour cherry blossom tour offers a condensed yet beautiful experience of Kamakura, known for its tranquil temples, historic landmarks, and scenic cherry blossom spots. The tour includes visits to some of the most iconic sakura locations in the city, along with stops for traditional Japanese snacks and drinks along the way. You’ll enjoy a delicious bento lunch and have plenty of time to rela…

New4 hFree cancellation

From £111.17 per person

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