A Fun Day Out Discovering Kamakura

Created by Peter Oxley and Virgil Calaguian, fellow artists, photographers, and writers, SAMURAI PHOTOTOURS take you to Kamakura's four main tourist sites, with focus on the history and heritage of the Kamakura Period (1185-1333), which saw the introduction of the shogunate, Japan's native form of government that lasted until 1868; the flowering of the samurai tradition with its strict code of bravery, honor, and loyalty; and the rise of rigidly disciplined Zen Buddhism as a religious as well as political force.

Throughout this unique tour, open to people of all ages, from single travelers to groups of up to eight persons, your multilingual and multicultural guide shares with you an extraordinary wealth of knowledge of Japanese history and culture, placed in the context of concurrent Asian and European affairs, in a way that is both entertaining and enlightening.

All that plus a stroll down Kamakura's main tourist hub for a lively look at colorful contemporary Japanese culture.



Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Wakamiya Main Street, Yuigahama, Kamakura 248-0014 Kanagawa Prefecture

Scenic walk to the main shrine

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, 2-1-31 Yukinoshita, Kamakura 248-0005 Kanagawa Prefecture

One of Japan's three most important Shinto shrines, built by the first shogun, Minamoto Yoritomo in the 12th century

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Kamakura Komachidori, Komachi, Kamakura 248-0006 Kanagawa Prefecture

Kamakura's famous shopping street, lined on both sides by shops and stalls selling all sorts of sweets, snacks and souvenirs

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura), 4 Chome-2-28 Hase, Kamakura 248-0016 Kanagawa Prefecture

Centuries-old giant bronze statue of the Amida Buddha dating back to the 13th century

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Hase-dera Temple, 3-11-2 Hase, Kamakura 248-0016 Kanagawa Prefecture

Popular Buddhist temple sprawled over multiple levels, with beautiful gardens, ponds, caves, and an ancient 11-headed statue of Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duración: 4 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Kamakura Station, 1-chōme-1-15 Onarimachi, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0012, Japan

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• Local guide
• Professional photographer guide
• Tour escort/host

No Incluye

• Food and drinks
• Lunch
• Transportation to/from attractions
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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