Kamakura: The Kyoto of Eastern Japan
How to go and what to do on a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura
Would you like to explore some of Japan's other regions outside of Tokyo? Consider visiting Kanagawa Prefecture if you have an extra day and want to see a little more of Japan without having to venture very far from Tokyo. Kamakura is a beautiful tiny city located in Kanagawa Prefecture. You can take advantage of more Japanese charms here.
Don't worry if you don't know how to go from Tokyo to Kamakura or what to do there. It won't take you long to find the answer to that given how much information is available online, including this article.
You will learn about the little but lovely city of Kamakura in this article, along with information on how to get there from Tokyo, what to see and do there, how to take a day trip there, and other suggestions.
A city called Kamakura is situated in Kanagawa Prefecture's southern region. Due to its proximity to Tokyo, it is one of the most frequented cities in Kanagawa Prefecture by tourists on day trips. It is situated 31 miles (50 kilometers) to the southwest of Tokyo.
It’s a city of the Great Buddha, many old temples and shrines which are in harmony with nature, and tales of Samurai because it is the first city in Japan to have had a government controlled by the samurai. It is surrounded by ocean and mountains, packed with many other traditional Japanese charms.
How can I go from Tokyo to Kamakura?
Here are a few quick routes from certain central Tokyo locations to Kanagawa.
From
Tokyo Station to
Kamakura, it takes a
train
for about
an hour
and costs 920 yen.
- From Tokyo Station, take the Yokosuka Line (dark blue colored) and alight at Kamakura Station.
From
Shinjuku Station to
Kamakura, it takes a
train for about
an hour and costs
920 yen.
- From Shinjuku Station, take the Shonan-Shinjuku Line (red colored), and alight at Kamakura Station.
From
Akihabara Station to
Kamakura, it takes a
train for about
an hour and costs
920 yen.
- From Akihabara Station, take the Keihintohoku Line (light blue/tosca colored) and alight at Shimbashi Station.
- Change to the Yokosuka Line (dark blue colored) at Shimbashi Station, then get off at Kamakura Station.
From
Shibuya Station to
Kamakura,
it takes a
train for about
an hour and costs
920yen.
-Go to Shinagawa Station on the JR Yamanote Line, which is marked green.
- Change to the Yokosuka Line (dark blue colored) at Shinagawa Station, then get off at Kamakura Station.
Where to go in Kamakura?
Kotoku-in
You will visit the big Buddha known as Kamakura Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Kamakura). Standing tall at 11.4 meters in height, it is said to have been constructed during the Kamakura Period.
Hasedera
A temple full of beautiful flowers and Buddhist statues. Enjoy the variety of flowers blooming through the different seasons and a panoramic view of Kamakura from the observation platform
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
This is the largest Shinto shrine in Kamakura and the family shrine of the Shogun Family. Here you will learn about Kamakura's history and Shinto. Discover traditional cultures passed down to the present day.
Kamakura Komachidori
At the end of your tour walk through the biggest shopping street in Kamakura, Kamakura Komachidori and shop for souvenirs. Before heading back, enjoy lunch and delicious street food.
Day tours to Kamakura from Tokyo
Don't worry if you don't feel like seeing Kamakura by yourself or if you're seeking for a richer and more in-depth experience while visiting Kamakura. There are lots of excellent possibilities for Kamakura day trips. It is far more convenient because you don't have to create your own itinerary and you are even given professional guidance. Your guide will assist you with figuring out how to go from Tokyo to Kamakura, so you won't have to.
