The 6 Best Kamakura Day Trips from Tokyo

1.Mt. Fuji, Kamakura, Big Buddha, & Lake Ashi Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 867 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $49Our pick

Spend 10 to 11 hours outside Tokyo with bilingual English and Spanish guides such as Jorge, Naomi, Fran, or Eric. Depending on your booking, see Kamakura’s Great Buddha, cruise Lake Ashi, visit Oshino Hakkai, photograph Fuji, and stop at Lake Kawaguchi or Oishi Park.

“It was an amazing experience. The trip allowed us to view many different touristic sites in a short amount of time. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. His ability to talk in 3 different languages at the time is remarkable. George was always eager to share his knowledge but also was passionate about sharing and getting us to experience the real Japanese culture. He had really great advice so that we could enjoy our stay in Japan, not only during the tour.”

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2.Sea of Mount Fuji, Hakone Ropeway, Ōwakudani, Enoshima

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 84 reviews · 10 hours · from $50

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Tokyo to Lake Ashi, Hakone, Owakudani, and Enoshima. You will ride a pirate ship and the Ropeway when your option includes them, with guides such as Aki, Jimmy, Belle, and Kishida helping with timing, tickets, and local context.

“This was a nice change of pace during our busy trip to Tokyo. Great that everything was planned for us from the bus to the timing and locations. It was chilly but we were lucky to have sunny weather and clear skies - giving us a perfect view of Mt Fuji from all the places visited. Thank you!”

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3.Kamakura 8 hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $201Top rated

Spend eight hours with a licensed English-speaking guide exploring four to six Kamakura sights by train, bus, and on foot. Choose from the Great Buddha, Hasedera, bamboo groves, Zen temples, shrines, hiking trails, and Enoshima. Guides such as Taka, Shinji, and Makoto tailor the day to your pace and interests.

“We were greeted by Minoru Asai, our tour guide, on time in our hotel lobby. Our trip was fun and timely, he even took us to see Mount Fuji in Inamuragasaki(which wasn’t on the itenary). We visited Hase Temple, great Buddha, and Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine. We had lunch and strolled around the Komachi street. It was a great experience for us and we really appreciated all the help Minoru provided.”

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4.Kamakura & Enoshima Day Tour with Pickup & Train Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 61 reviews · 10 hours · from $13Best value

Spend 10 hours exploring Enoshima and Kamakura with a driver-led small group of up to nine. You’ll ride the Enoden train, visit Tsurugaoka Hachimangu and the Great Buddha, and have free time on Komachi Street. Expect basic English support and mostly self-guided sightseeing.

“This tour was very enriching. We visited the Kamakura Daibutsu and rode a small electric train. The driver Miss Wan guided us throughout the tour in English and provided enthusiastic service. Thank you for your service, Wan! I recommend this tour.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews

Spend about 10 hours with a local Japanese guide and private driver, choosing roughly 4 to 6 stops across Kamakura, Enoshima, and Yokohama. Expect the Great Buddha, bamboo gardens, shrines, seaside views, Chinatown, or hands-on Cup Noodles, depending on your interests.

“Despite stormy weather we visited the Odawara Castle, the great Buddha, the shrines of Kamakura and we enjoyed a delicious lunch in Enoshima. The trip was well worth the cost. Our guide, Elina, spoke great English and was very enthusiaRead more”

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6.Private Kamakura plus Yokohama Tour – English Speaking Driver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews

Travel from Tokyo to Kamakura and Yokohama in a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Visit the Great Buddha, bamboo-filled Hokoku-ji, Hase-dera, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, Chinatown, Sankeien Garden, and Minatomirai, with pickup from your hotel.

“Comfortable private vehicle was provided. Driver’s communication was very good & he was equally very courteous. The driver took the initiative to give me a link prior to each site being visited. He executed the full itinerary. Overall an excellent experience. Many thanks”

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