Kamakura Private Tour from Tokyo

Explore temple gardens, a bamboo grove and the Great Buddha on a Kamakura private tour from Tokyo. Your English-speaking chauffeur collects you from your hotel and drives you between the sights in a private luxury vehicle. Along the way, enjoy a day that brings together Japanese history, local food and time outdoors.

This Kamakura day trip from Tokyo follows a customizable route through the city’s temples and shopping streets. Because the vehicle is exclusively for your group, we can adjust the stops around your interests. Choose from the suggested itinerary below, then tell us how you would like to spend your day.

Meigetsu-in Temple and Gardens

First, visit Meigetsu-in in Kita-Kamakura and explore its garden setting. The temple is known for hydrangeas, although flowers and garden access vary with the season. You can also pause for tea when the teahouse is open. Temple admission and refreshments cost extra.

Hokokuji Temple, Bamboo Grove and Matcha

Next, walk through the bamboo grove at Hokokuji Temple, often called Kamakura’s Bamboo Temple. Follow the paths between the tall bamboo stems and take in the green surroundings. Afterwards, you can enjoy matcha tea overlooking the bamboo garden, subject to availability.

The bamboo garden has an admission fee, and matcha costs extra. Tea service may pause during busy periods. Check the official Hokokuji visitor information for current admission and tea details.

Komachi Street and Lunch

Then explore Komachi Street, also known as Komachi-dori, for local shops, Japanese snacks and souvenirs. Stop for lunch at a restaurant that suits your tastes. Alternatively, take a break at a cafe before continuing your Kamakura sightseeing tour. Food, drinks and shopping purchases are at your own expense.

Kotoku-in and the Great Buddha of Kamakura

Continue to Kotoku-in to see the Great Buddha of Kamakura, a large bronze statue seated in the open air. Spend time in the temple grounds and admire the statue from different viewpoints. You can also enter the statue’s interior when it is open, for an additional fee. Temple admission is separate from the tour price.

Alternative Stops for Your Kamakura Tour

If you would like a different balance of sights, we can replace suggested stops with these alternatives:

• Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine: Explore a major Shinto shrine closely connected with Kamakura’s samurai history.
• Kita-Kamakura Yoh Shomei Art Museum: Browse paintings and illustrations by artist Yoh Shomei in a small museum setting.

Tell us your priorities, so we can allow enough time at your favourite places. Museum entry and any other paid visits cost extra. The final route depends on opening hours, traffic and the time available.

Your English-Speaking Chauffeur

Your English-speaking driver is your guide for the day and gives commentary on each sight as you travel between stops. At each stop the driver drops you as close to the entrance as possible and gives you clear instructions, so you can explore at your own pace. The up to 22 guests bus option includes an accompanying walking guide. For the 4-, 6- and 9-guest options, a licensed walking guide who accompanies you inside each sight can be added for an additional fee, subject to availability. Please ask when booking.

Pickup and What Is Included

• Tour format: A full-day private tour from Tokyo with a customizable itinerary.
• Pickup: Your Tokyo hotel or another agreed location. Please provide the full address when booking.
• Included: Private luxury vehicle, English-speaking chauffeur, fuel, highway tolls and parking.
• Extra costs: Temple and museum admission, lunch, matcha and other refreshments, optional activities and a walking guide for the 4-, 6- or 9-guest options (included in the up to 22 guests bus option).

We will confirm your pickup time and schedule for your chosen route. Because some temple visits involve paths and steps, please tell us about any walking or mobility needs. Your chauffeur brings you back to Tokyo after the sightseeing.

Plan Your Kamakura Private Tour

Book your Kamakura private tour and share your preferred stops, pickup address and any special requests. Whether you prefer temple gardens, tea or local shops, we will help you plan a day around your group.

You can also explore our other private tours in Japan when planning the rest of your visit.

Planning Kamakura alongside a Tokyo city day

If you also want a day exploring the capital, plan a custom Tokyo itinerary as a separate sightseeing day. For either booking, send your hotel address and preferred stops in advance. Our hotel-pickup tour options explain the arrangements to check before confirming.