Kamakura Heritage Bike or Walk Tour with ex-Rickshaw guide
Overview
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4 hours
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Discover the Ancient Charm of Kamakura: Private Bike or Walking Tour!
Book for a unique adventure through the historical wonders of Kamakura, where you can choose between a leisurely bike ride or a peaceful walking tour. Led by a seasoned local guide with 5 years of experience as a rickshaw driver guide through these very streets, you'll delve into the rich cultural heritage of this ancient city.
Historical Landmarks: Visit iconic sites such as temples, shrines, the Great Buddha, and Hokokuji Temple. Each location holds a piece of Kamakura’s storied past, offering a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural tapestry.
Flexible Options: Choose your preferred mode of exploration—bike or walk—and switch up your schedule within the tour time frame to suit your pace and interests.
Your guide will capture plenty of photos, ensuring you have lasting memories of your journey.
This tour has only been offered to expats in Tokyo and their friends but opening the tour on Viator from this year!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recomended for young travelers/children under the age of 13 who cannot ride an adult sized bike
What To Expect
Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura
Explore the iconic Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura, home to the majestic Great Buddha statue, one of Japan's most famous landmarks. Experience the serene atmosphere and rich history as you learn about this revered site from your knowledgeable former rickshaw driver guide.
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
Discover the spiritual heart of Kamakura at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, an ancient Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of war and samurai. Stroll through the picturesque grounds, marvel at the vibrant architecture, and learn about the shrine's historical significance from your experienced tour guide.
Options
Bike Tour (*not walk)
Walk Tour (**Not bike)
walk Tour
What‘s Included
Fees to enter the Buddha & Hokokuji Temple
Private Tour
Professional Guide
Optional: Green Tea (500yen or about 3$) at a cafe in Hokokuji Temple
Lunch expense
Any personal damage caused by the customer
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thoughtful and thorough
296jolied,Mar 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ichi, our guide, was considerate and thorough. The route and sights were well curated and thoughtful. This was a complete tour of Kamakura via bikes. It was a super fun way to cover all the sights. Ebikes, a bonus! Highly recommend.
Bike ride in the rain in Kamakura
erikrA1271PF,Mar 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The best gide on the bike in the rain. Speaks good english. And tell nice story's about the place and culture. We have seen a lot of Kamakura.
An amazing tour of Kamakura
violaf801,Jul 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Ichi did an amazing job explaining the complex history of Japan in a concise way while giving interesting details about the significance of the Bakufu, which started in Kamakura. The tour included very popular spots like the Great Buddha and Hokokuji. It also took us to other parts of Kamakura that I would not have explored on my own. It was fascinating, and I would say this is a must-do when traveling to Kamakura!
Unforgettable experience exploring Kamakura
DayTrip51693376044,Jul 13, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the most incredible experience on the private bike tour in Kamakura with my friends. The tour was truly unforgettable. Our guide was exceptional, adding a layer of depth and knowledge to the rich history of Kamakura. Bonus, he is bilingual in English and Japanese! Exploring the historical wonders of Kamakura on a bike tour was a unique adventure. What I loved most about this tour was the flexibility it offered. We could choose our preferred mode of exploration and adjust our schedule within the tour's timeframe to match our interests but still covered so many spots we wanted to check out and experience. The guide took many photos of us as we explored, which was awesome. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to dive deep into Kamakura's heritage and experience its beauty up close and have fun!
Well Planned, Amazing Day in Kamakura
Meander05484346587,Jul 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ichiro planned an amazing day for us in Kamakura, where we saw the beauty of temples and shrines in the central to eastern areas. We visited the Hachimangu Shrine, Egara-Tenjin, Hokokuji, and then the Hase area with Hase Temple and the Buddha statue. Our tour guide was exceptional; he covered all the sites of our interest and provided us with really interesting information. He was also very flexible and attentive to our needs and interests! Ask Ichiro anything if you are having this tour, and we highly recommend it!
Private Tour in Kamakura!
Trek64269972482,Jul 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful half-day with Ichiro, and I highly recommend him and this tour! It worked well both for me as a Japanese person and for my friend from Australia who was visiting. I had visited Daibutsu (the Buddha statue) and Hachimangu before, but I had never visited Hokokuji and other spots. I learned so much new information about Kamakura (even as a Japanese person)!
LOVED IT!
Passport62335900667,Jul 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This walking tour was the best decision we made in Kamakura! I booked it for an old friend who was visiting Japan for the first time, and I decided to explore Kamakura with her. Ichi's knowledge of the area, combined with his experience as a rickshaw tour guide, made the tour exceptional! We took over 20 photos, and they all look amazing!
Tour to less known magnificent spots of Kamakura
Departure38915617899,Jul 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing. The guide was funny and friendly, knows the area very well, also proficient in English. He showed us some less known but magnificent spots in Kamakura. having not many other visitors, we enjoyed the scenery very much.
Unforgettable Kamakura Tour!
335aur,Jul 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was my favorite part of my one-month visit to Japan! Ichi is an amazing storyteller and did not skimp out in giving detailed explanations and insider stories about Kamakura's landmarks, which made me appreciate the culture, religion, and history despite it being my third time in Japan. The tour was unforgettable! We also had super delicious Japanese Soba lunch! I will definitely recommend Ichi’s trip to my friends back home. Thank you Ichi! Hope to go on your tour again one day :)
We loved it!
TsugumiK2,Jul 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Seeing a city like Kamakura on a bike is definitely an eye opener. The tour guide is awesome and quite knowledgeable not only about Kamakura but also about Japanese customs and traditions. We went with a group of three friends and we all enjoyed the trip and it was worth the money! Thank you!!
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