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This bus tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter and visits Kamakura's popular sightseeing spots such as Jomyo-ji Temple, Hokoku-ji Temple and Kotoku-in Temple, which are difficult to reach by train, as well as Enoshima. At Kotoku-in Temple, see the gigantic Buddha statue that stands approx. 13 meters high and weighs about 121 tons. The only national treasure in Kamakura, the statue of Buddha is a sight to behold not just from the outside, but also from the inside as visitors can enter inside the statue. Enjoy some of Japan's famous powdered matcha green tea and confectionery in the highly refined and tranquil atmosphere of a tearoom in Jomyo-ji Temple, constructed over 400 years ago. Also admire the view of the temple's Japanese rock garden.
After having tea, visit Hokoku-ji Temple, which is also called the bamboo temple. It is famous for having the most beautiful bamboo grove in Kamakura. Also, don't miss the moss garden's natural beauty. Enoshima has been visited as a place for temple worship as well as excursions since long ago. Take the Enoshima Escar which will whisk you easily up to Enoshima Shrine. Feel the cool sea breeze as you gaze out on the beautiful sea around Shonan spreading before your eyes.
Matcha Green Tea Experience at Jomyo-ji Temple (40 min)
Enjoy some of Japan's famous powdered matcha green tea and confectionery in the highly refined and tranquil atmosphere of a tearoom constructed over 400 years ago, and enjoy the view of the temple's Japanese rock garden.
Hokoku-ji Temple (30 min)
Walk through the grounds of Hokoku-ji Temple, known as the bamboo temple for its beautiful bamboo grove.
Kotoku-in Temple and the Great Buddha (30 min)
Visit Kotoku-in Temple which houses a towering, 13-meter-tall Buddha statue known as one of the three Great Buddha statues in Japan.
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine (40 min)
Deep leafy greens of the forest and the shrine’s vivid vermillion hues are balanced in harmony at this location, which is designated as an important cultural property of Japan. Views of the city of Kamakura, centered around the Wakamiya Oji approach road to the shrine, can be enjoyed from in front of the main hall.
Lunch (45 min)
Lunch will be a Japanese-style meal. Subject to change depending on the facility's circumstances or stocks available on the day.
Vegetarian meals are available and must be requested at the time of booking. Requests made on the day of the tour will not be accepted.
Also, allergy-friendly meals, etc. are not available.
Enoshima Sightseeing (90 min)
Visit Enoshima, a getaway island popular year-round for its cool ocean breezes.
Cross over the 600-meter bridge that connects the island of Enoshima with the mainland and walk along Benzaiten Nakamise Street which is lined with intriguing shops bustling with customers.
Afterward, take the Enoshima Escar which will whisk you easily up to Enoshima Shrine. Enjoy the beautiful ocean views from Enoshima Shrine.
The Escar will be taken up at Enoshima, but customers will be taking the stairs back down. For those who have difficulty walking, please wait at the Benzaiten Nakamise Street. Please note that refunds will not be issued for such reasons.
Others
During the peak summer season (July and August), the tour will not stop at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine due to expected congestion in Kamakura.
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