Private Temples and Nature in North Kamakura Walking Tour

Kamakura, Japan
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Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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 tours, this experience is perfect for photography lovers or anyone seeking a calm escape.

✔️ Explore Kamakura’s most beautiful Zen temples surrounded by lush nature

✔️ Feel the calm of bamboo groves and moss gardens away from the crowds

✔️ Existing itinerary can be adjusted according to your preference. Please let us know at the time of booking.

＜Notice＞
・After your booking is confirmed, we will invite you to a LINE group chat with your assigned guide.
・If you do not have a LINE account, please download and register the app in advance.
・If you are unable to use LINE, please contact us.

What's included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Cashless medical treatment in case of injury or illness during the tour.
  • Other personal expenses
  • Admission fees for temples/facilities (paid on-site). Total based on the current itinerary, which can be adjusted; fees may change accordingly.
  • Public transportation

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    This tour starts at Kita-Kamakura Station.
  2. Engaku-ji
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Engaku-ji.
    A grand Zen temple featuring sweeping views, moss gardens, and a massive bell echoing serenity through the valley.

    ✨ Especially beautiful in autumn, when red and gold leaves frame the temple grounds.
  3. Jochiji Temple
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    A peaceful temple hidden among bamboo groves and stone paths — perfect for quiet reflection.

    Visitors often describe it as a hidden oasis, where time seems to slow down.
  4. Meigetsuin (Hydrangea Temple)
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Known as the “Hydrangea Temple,” its round window frames seasonal landscapes like a living painting.

    In early summer, hydrangeas bloom in full glory — a magical sight that attracts photographers worldwide.
  5. Kencho-ji Temple
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Kamakura’s largest Zen temple, with grand halls, serene ponds, and a scenic forest trail behind the temple.

    Climb the small trail behind the temple to enjoy panoramic views of Kamakura and the distant ocean.
  6. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
    30m
    The symbolic shrine of Kamakura — with red bridges, lotus ponds, and a peaceful spiritual atmosphere.

    ⛩️ A must-visit for anyone exploring Kamakura — where history, culture, and nature beautifully meet.
  7. Kamakura Stationery Shop Kotori
    15m
    Optional:
    Before ending the tour, you may stop by a local café or souvenir shop near Kamakura Station.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Guide will be waiting for you near the West exit of Kita-Kamakura Station.

We will contact you via the chat tool beforehand to connect you with your assigned guide and share the details of the meeting point.
The guide will also share his outfit of the day so you can easily recognize him.

End point

Before ending the tour, you may stop by a local café or souvenir shop near Kamakura Station.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour involves long walks and is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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12,000.00 JPY per person
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
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