Private Tour

Kamakura Historical Discovery | Private Licensed Guide & Driver

Name: Kamakura Historical Discovery | Private Licensed Guide & Driver
Price: 90000 JPY
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (65 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

Russian

Chinese (Taiwan)

Korean

Japanese

English

Chinese (China)

French

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts.

As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Kamakura, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest.

Step into a world where samurai once walked and temples whisper stories of centuries past. Our tour immerses you in the heart of Japan, where history, spirituality, and nature exist in perfect harmony.

Visit the Great Buddha, and stroll through the serene garden of Hasedera Temple, where seasonal flowers bloom and captivate visitors throughout the year.

In the afternoon you may like to feel the sea breeze at Enosima island, steeped in legends and dotted with hidden shrines.

Yokohama, with its fusion of oriental and occidental cultures, provides a captivating contrast to Kamakura. Explore its highlights, including the panoramic Landmark Tower, Redbrick Warehouse, and Cup Noodle Museum, etc.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The itinerary on the What to Expect is a list, please select around 4 to 6 sites.

You can ask our guide for advice and suggestions after booking.

Please advise for any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking, vegetarian option is available.

The tour will not be cancelled or refunded even if some spots are not fully visible due to weather conditions. The activity schedule is subject to change/cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.

The price remains the same with or without the vehicle.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura

It is a gigantic bronze statue of Amida Buddha (13.5m, 44 ft.) in an open air. It is the only national treasure in Kamakura. You can enter inside the body for only 20 yen. (admission fee 200 yen per pers.)

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

Hokoku-ji Temple

Rated 3 stars in the Michelin travel guide. The temple is famous for having the most beautiful bamboo grove in Kamakura. You can enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweet in a teahouse overlooking the bamboo grove. (admission fee 600 yen per pers. including matcha and sweet) (20 to 60mn)

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned private vehicle (van) and bottled water

Fuel, Highway tolls and Parking Fees

Lunch

Gratuity *5-20%

Hase-dera Temple

Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama

Engaku-ji Temple

Hokokuji Temple (Takedera Temple)

Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)

Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden

Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Kencho-ji Temple

Tokeiji Temple

Sankeien Gardens

Shinyokohama Ramen Museum

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Private Car Tour to see Highlights of Kamakura, Enoshima, Yokohama from Tokyo

Pickup included

Reviews

4.95

65 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Top class service
W1747KOstevec,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Motoki and Tak were incredible. We had an amazing tour customized to our requests and always seemed to beat the lines. Very professional and truly top rate experience.
Excellent tour of Kamakura and Yokohama
Benjamin T,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mazda san was an extremely patient and detailed guide. He was very considerate of the mobility issues of my elderly parents and made sure that they were comfortable throughout the long day. We managed to see so many sights and were thoroughly informed and entertained by Mazda san’s excellent guiding and good humour. He’s also a very skillful and safe driver who navigated us along narrow roads and tight parking spots. Can wholeheartedly recommend his tour guide services.
Amazing private tour of Kamakura and Enoshima from Tokyo
anthonyvnguyen,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked a private Kamakura & Enoshima island tour and had an amazing time! Our tour guide Tadashi san was fantastic and really made my family’s experience memorable from beginning to end. He put a lot of thought into building our itinerary to suit our needs and also allowed us to enjoy things at our own pace. There were a lot of great personal touches Tadashi san did throughout the tour that we really appreciated as well. Having a private driver pick us up from Tokyo and a tour guide show us the highlights really saved us a lot of time and energy. I highly recommend this private tour to anyone with limited time in Japan and want to explore Kamakura and Enoshima. I also highly recommend Tadashi San as a tour guide!
If I could only give more than 5 stars, I would.
Charisse A,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We love Toshi and Masae! We enjoyed our day with them. Masae had been in contact with me about a week before arriving in Tokyo, asking questions etc. she wanted to make sure that she was prepared for us. Toshi made sure that we arrived safely at each location. From the moment we met them they were like family. Our favorite spot is the Hokokuji Temple, it’s so serene and beautiful. We chose Kamakura and Enoshima as our route and it’s a good combination. Masae was very knowledgeable of each and every site that we visited and Toshi also gave us additional fun facts along the way. They are flexible, considerate, sweet and a pleasure to be with. We highly recommend Masae and Toshi.
Kamakura Temple Hopping Success!
jennakV2790UC,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yoshi was the most knowledgeable, accommodating guide. He was able to fit in everything we asked for-which was an extremely long itinerary. He had great conversations with our 16 year old son and was versed on so many interesting and related topics. We not only learned a lot but had a very fun and exhausting day temple hopping and visiting so many incredible places. Thank you so much-it was a day to remember!
A day w Moto!!
vincenza m,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Moto was very friendly and very knowledgeable about everything that we did. He was very aware of our needs and was very patient with us. A complete professional! We had a whole day with him and he was wonderful the whole time!!!
A truly wonderful day…
Ronan M,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fun, fascinating and variety filled day! Wonderful and varied day side trip from Tokyo in the capable and interesting company of Moto and his driver colleague Tok. The temples were great..and we got there before the crowds. But we saw so much more including the vibrant Chinatown of Yokohama. Transport was comfortable and the drive very interesting. I have no hesitation in recommending
A lovely day!
ALantz2013,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our private tour of Kamakura was absolutely lovely. Ken and Toshi made the experience comfortable, interesting, informative and enjoyable. The level of service was incredible from start to finish as we customized our tour, and the guide Ken even stayed in touch after our tour finished to provide us with more recommendations on sights to see. Our favorite stop was the seaside park where we had a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji as well as a local cafe where we had a delicious soba noodle lunch. This was a wonderful way to start off our trip to Japan. I highly recommend it!
Japan Tour 2026
Thakadiparambil T,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide did an outstanding job. She was professional, well prepared, and very knowledgeable about the area. She kept the group engaged and made sure everyone felt included. The tour was informative, enjoyable, and well-paced. Highly recommend
Exceptional Service and Tour
Brian S,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A wonderful day outside of Tokyo. Our guide was amazing and provided exceptional service. We loved the stops - especially the CupNoodles tour. This gets our highest possible recommendation. Thank you!

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Private Tour

Kamakura Historical Discovery | Private Licensed Guide & Driver

Overview

Available languages

Russian

Chinese (Taiwan)

Korean

Japanese

English

Chinese (China)

French

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Our tour is fully organized and operated by local Japanese experts.

As one of the pioneers in offering private tours around Kamakura, we combine extensive experience and local insight to deliver a refined, fully customized one-day tour that stands above the rest.

Visit the Great Buddha, and stroll through the serene garden of Hasedera Temple, where seasonal flowers bloom and captivate visitors throughout the year.

In the afternoon you may like to feel the sea breeze at Enosima island, steeped in legends and dotted with hidden shrines.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The itinerary on the What to Expect is a list, please select around 4 to 6 sites.

You can ask our guide for advice and suggestions after booking.

Please advise for any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking, vegetarian option is available.

The price remains the same with or without the vehicle.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

Hokoku-ji Temple

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned private vehicle (van) and bottled water

Fuel, Highway tolls and Parking Fees

Lunch

Gratuity *5-20%

Hase-dera Temple

Cup Noodles Museum Yokohama

Engaku-ji Temple

Hokokuji Temple (Takedera Temple)

Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)

Yokohama Landmark Tower Sky Garden

Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Kencho-ji Temple

Tokeiji Temple

Sankeien Gardens

Shinyokohama Ramen Museum

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Private Car Tour to see Highlights of Kamakura, Enoshima, Yokohama from Tokyo

Pickup included

Reviews

4.95

65 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Top class service
W1747KOstevec,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Motoki and Tak were incredible. We had an amazing tour customized to our requests and always seemed to beat the lines. Very professional and truly top rate experience.
Excellent tour of Kamakura and Yokohama
Benjamin T,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mazda san was an extremely patient and detailed guide. He was very considerate of the mobility issues of my elderly parents and made sure that they were comfortable throughout the long day. We managed to see so many sights and were thoroughly informed and entertained by Mazda san’s excellent guiding and good humour. He’s also a very skillful and safe driver who navigated us along narrow roads and tight parking spots. Can wholeheartedly recommend his tour guide services.
Amazing private tour of Kamakura and Enoshima from Tokyo
anthonyvnguyen,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked a private Kamakura & Enoshima island tour and had an amazing time! Our tour guide Tadashi san was fantastic and really made my family’s experience memorable from beginning to end. He put a lot of thought into building our itinerary to suit our needs and also allowed us to enjoy things at our own pace. There were a lot of great personal touches Tadashi san did throughout the tour that we really appreciated as well. Having a private driver pick us up from Tokyo and a tour guide show us the highlights really saved us a lot of time and energy. I highly recommend this private tour to anyone with limited time in Japan and want to explore Kamakura and Enoshima. I also highly recommend Tadashi San as a tour guide!
If I could only give more than 5 stars, I would.
Charisse A,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We love Toshi and Masae! We enjoyed our day with them. Masae had been in contact with me about a week before arriving in Tokyo, asking questions etc. she wanted to make sure that she was prepared for us. Toshi made sure that we arrived safely at each location. From the moment we met them they were like family. Our favorite spot is the Hokokuji Temple, it’s so serene and beautiful. We chose Kamakura and Enoshima as our route and it’s a good combination. Masae was very knowledgeable of each and every site that we visited and Toshi also gave us additional fun facts along the way. They are flexible, considerate, sweet and a pleasure to be with. We highly recommend Masae and Toshi.
Kamakura Temple Hopping Success!
jennakV2790UC,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yoshi was the most knowledgeable, accommodating guide. He was able to fit in everything we asked for-which was an extremely long itinerary. He had great conversations with our 16 year old son and was versed on so many interesting and related topics. We not only learned a lot but had a very fun and exhausting day temple hopping and visiting so many incredible places. Thank you so much-it was a day to remember!
A day w Moto!!
vincenza m,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Moto was very friendly and very knowledgeable about everything that we did. He was very aware of our needs and was very patient with us. A complete professional! We had a whole day with him and he was wonderful the whole time!!!
A truly wonderful day…
Ronan M,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fun, fascinating and variety filled day! Wonderful and varied day side trip from Tokyo in the capable and interesting company of Moto and his driver colleague Tok. The temples were great..and we got there before the crowds. But we saw so much more including the vibrant Chinatown of Yokohama. Transport was comfortable and the drive very interesting. I have no hesitation in recommending
A lovely day!
ALantz2013,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our private tour of Kamakura was absolutely lovely. Ken and Toshi made the experience comfortable, interesting, informative and enjoyable. The level of service was incredible from start to finish as we customized our tour, and the guide Ken even stayed in touch after our tour finished to provide us with more recommendations on sights to see. Our favorite stop was the seaside park where we had a beautiful view of Mt. Fuji as well as a local cafe where we had a delicious soba noodle lunch. This was a wonderful way to start off our trip to Japan. I highly recommend it!
Japan Tour 2026
Thakadiparambil T,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide did an outstanding job. She was professional, well prepared, and very knowledgeable about the area. She kept the group engaged and made sure everyone felt included. The tour was informative, enjoyable, and well-paced. Highly recommend
Exceptional Service and Tour
Brian S,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A wonderful day outside of Tokyo. Our guide was amazing and provided exceptional service. We loved the stops - especially the CupNoodles tour. This gets our highest possible recommendation. Thank you!