Kamakura Cherry Blossom Full Day Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Description
This 8-hour cherry blossom tour takes you through the scenic and historic city of Kamakura, just south of Tokyo. Known for its temples, shrines, and picturesque coastal beauty, Kamakura offers some of the most breathtaking cherry blossom spots in the Kanagawa Prefecture. From tranquil temple gardens to scenic riverbanks, this tour is designed for those who want to experience Kamakura's sakura season in its full glory, with plenty of opportunities to relax and enjoy a traditional Japanese bento lunch with drinks. You’ll enjoy a delicious bento lunch and have plenty of time to relax under the blossoms with cold drinks and beer. What Makes Our Tours Unique? Passionate Local Guides: All our guides are Tokyo locals who live there because they truly love the city. Their passion and insider knowledge make every tour special and authentic. We also offer free support while you are in Japan. Need help with a booking or trip? Start your Tokyo adventure with us today. Safe travels!
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Highlights: Start your tour at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, the most important Shinto shrine in Kamakura. This iconic shrine, set amidst beautiful surroundings, features a cherry blossom-lined pathway that leads to the main hall. The combination of the shrine's grandeur and the sakura trees makes this a perfect starting point for your cherry blossom experience. Experience: Stroll through the shrine grounds and walk along the wide, sakura-lined avenue leading to the shrine's torii gates. Take your time to admire the blossoms and visit the inner shrine. This is a great place to take photos with the blossoms in the background.
Highlights: Kencho-ji is the oldest Zen temple in Kamakura and features stunning gardens and a variety of cherry trees, including weeping cherry trees (shidarezakura) that bloom in early spring. Experience: Wander through the temple grounds, enjoying the peaceful ambiance of the Zen gardens and the sakura in bloom. The temple’s historical architecture and tranquil environment provide a serene backdrop for cherry blossom viewing.
Highlights: Hasedera is known for its beautiful garden and impressive views of the Kamakura coastline. The temple’s cherry trees, especially the weeping cherries, add a picturesque touch to its surroundings. Experience: Take a stroll through the garden, enjoy the view of the ocean in the distance, and relax under the blooming cherry trees. Don’t miss the large statue of Kannon (the Goddess of Mercy) while you explore the temple. The location offers a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for quiet reflection.
OPTIONAL AREAS: Komachi Street: Famous for its vibrant shops and cafes, this street offers a variety of local delicacies and snacks. You can sit at one of the cafes and enjoy a Japanese bento lunch with cold drinks or beer. Wakamiya-Oji: If you prefer a more scenic spot, Wakamiya-Oji, a beautiful avenue lined with cherry trees, is a wonderful place to enjoy lunch while soaking in the sakura views. Experience: Take a moment to relax and enjoy a traditional Japanese bento lunch featuring seasonal ingredients like rice, fish, tempura, pickles, and more. Pair your lunch with cold drinks or Japanese beer, and enjoy the lively atmosphere or peaceful sakura views depending on your location.
Engaku-ji, one of the most famous Zen temples in Kamakura, is known for its beautiful grounds and numerous cherry trees. The temple is less crowded than others, providing a peaceful environment to enjoy the sakura. Experience: Walk through the temple’s impressive grounds, where you'll find weeping cherry trees (shidarezakura) in full bloom. The temple is a tranquil place to sit and reflect while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding cherry blossoms.
Tokeiji Temple & The Kamakura Hiking Trail: - Highlights: Tokeiji Temple, known as the “Temple of Divorce,” offers a quiet, serene atmosphere and a scenic garden with cherry trees. After exploring the temple, you can enjoy a short section of the Kamakura Hiking Trail (which leads to the Zuisen-ji Temple) for an even deeper cherry blossom experience. Experience: Take a relaxing walk around the Tokeiji Temple, enjoying the peaceful garden filled with sakura. Then, take a short hike through the surrounding nature and cherry blossom paths. This will allow you to enjoy both cultural and natural aspects of Kamakura’s sakura.
Yuigahama Beach or Zaimokuza Beach (Optional Scenic End) Highlights: End your tour with a relaxing visit to Yuigahama Beach or Zaimokuza Beach, which are both known for their charming coastline and views of the ocean with cherry blossoms in the foreground. Experience: Take a relaxing walk along the beach or sit at one of the seaside cafes to enjoy a final drink while soaking in the beauty of Kamakura’s cherry blossoms by the coast. The view of sakura trees framing the ocean provides a peaceful and beautiful final stop for your cherry blossom tour.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transferring from one place to another is already included on the total duration of the product.
Reviews(4)
I booked this tour based on what was clearly outlined in the contract, but it failed to deliver on multiple fronts. Several promised inclusions were not provided: admission fees were not covered, public transportation was not paid for, and no meal was offered despite being part of the package. When support was needed the tour operator ignored phone calls and messages. When these issues were raised, the tour operator offered no apology, no explanation, and no financial compensation. The experience did not meet the agreed terms or basic service expectations. I would recommend choosing a more reliable and responsive provider.
Worst tour I have ever taken, and I travel 4 months of the year and have taken numerous tours. Guide was totally unprepared and didn't have our itinerary or money to pay for included public transportation and admission fees. Tried to contact provider during tour but he wouldn't answer his phone or respond to whatsapp messages. Avoid this tour like the plague!
We would like to completely take responsibility for you not reading the terms and conditions of the tour. We can only apologize that we didn't hold a gun to your head to force you to read the section about transportation and admission fees. We also apologize that you phoned once and we missed the call. You are absolutely correct to state that we "wouldn't answer our phone or respond"—clearly, one missed call justifies that blanket statement. In the future, we will try to answer every single phone call within 3.12 seconds of receiving it. Finally, we would like to alert NASA that the search for the Center of the Universe can officially be called off.
There was a bit of a mix up in the beginning but they more than made up for it. Flo our guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating to our multiple customizations on this private tour.
Lot of waking and stairs.But wonderful experience Worth to add that to your list.And give you the opportunity to try their transits.And exceptional guide with Lauren
Thank you SO much for your kind words. We love that you loved your tour with us... Please come again!!
