I will guide you strolling around Enoshima Island, Great Buddha, Zeniarai Benzaiten. You will experience the seat of the feudal military government from the end of the 12th through the early 14th century. Also You could be relaxed by bathing in a hot spring in Kamakura if you wish. You are preferred to walk to Zeniarai Benzaiten from Great Buddha for about 30 minutes.
At Kamakura Station, the west exit.
Enoshima Island, Scenic Beauty, Enoshima Benzaiten (Godness of Wealth.) enshrined and the very historically known Island as popular landmark since the Edo period. Enoden escalation available to the top of the Island, costs Yen360 per adult. Transportation from Kamakura Station to Enoshima Station, by Enoden Railway takes 25 minutes and 17 minutes of walk. One day pass “Noriorikun” is recommended and Yen 600 per adult.
This spring minerals are rare and produced in a few places only. Viewing Enoshima Island and hopefully Mt Fuji. Wearing swimsuit not allowed. Admission fee Yen1500 per adult and rental towel set Yen500. Child under 18 years old not permitted. Transporation from Enoshima to Inamuragasaki by Enoden, takes 20 minutes. This is optional tour.
The bronze image of Amida Buddha. Entrance fee ¥200 per adult. Transportation from Inamuragasaki to Hase Station, takes 5 minutes and 10 minutes walk.
In the cave, well known that, could money of coin, paper be purified in the fountain, the money would be increased more and more, as wished. No entrance fee but the set of incense and candle is required and costs ¥100 per person.
Guardian Shrine of Kamakura shogunate government. Between the second Torii and the shrine, the center of the avenue called Dankazura for pedestrians. Komachi-dori street leading straight to Hachimangu.
Bamboo tree with landscape garden. Entrance fee ¥200 per person. From Kamakura Station to Jyomyo-ji bus stop by bus cost ¥198. This is optional tour.
At Kamakura Station, the east exit
You could easily transfer to each scenic spot hopping on and off the train station. On the way to Enoshima Island, you could see the beautiful view of Mt.Fuji on sunny day and get in touch with the old fashioned shopping street to Main shrine. On the top of the island via the payable escalator recommended, the ocean view of Sagami Bay is overwhelming. On the way back, there is no escalator available to get back to the entrance. So, everybody shall walk the many steps down and see the wide view of Kamakura area.. At lunch, you have the local cuisine made from local fish and vegetables of Kamakura origin as well as Kamakura beer if you like. Great Buddha, Amida Buddha sits in the open air and the height is approx. 13.35 meters and is the renowned bronze statue.
Guide fee, lunch for guide
Transportation fee (you and guide), lunch, entrance fee
I can guide you in Tokyo area if you pay my transportation fee.
Toru was very communicative prior to the tour and was very flexible and accommodating in creating plans for sightseeing. He was a gracious tour guide and very informative on the history and culture of the sites we visited. I also had fun in the "Ninja Trick House" in Shinjuku. For any ninja fans, I would highly recommend checking it out. Overall, it was a great tour.
I am very honored to receive such a wonderful rate and/or medal for myself. James did was really a gracious visitor. We communicated frequently prior to the tour, so that we created the plan for sightseeing. After all, I have experienced the original tour guide and have received your evaluation this time. Looking forward to seeing you again,
Not only is Toru very knowledgeable in his trade but also has a sense of humour second to none which made our day with him around Tokyo an even more memorable one.
Dear Michael, Thank you very much for your review with rather too many nice things about: I wish you had spared my blushes. Please say my sincere appreciation to ladies and your friend. Toru
So 3 full days in Tokyo. What do you do? You could finagle through a Fodors guide and do it yourself. That’s a lot of work. Or you could get yourself a guide. Having help in Japan is a must. It was key navigating around, conversing for informational purposes and moreover having a local guide show you the beauty that is Tokyo. We did so much on Sunday with my brother here too for that day. It culminated in Karaoke Can as we were retracing the movie Lost in Translation. Toru navigated us through Japanese Anime, The Harajuku district and then onto Karoke Can where we all had so much fun. The next day solo with Toru, we went to Sky Tower, Pokémon Store, A sumo demonstration with lunch that he dropped me off and picked me up from and then onto the Samurai museum which was amazing. Today we go to the Edo museum. Toru is very caring and thoughtful. He was open to spontaneous ideas. His translation skills were so helpful. A total gentleman and a great guide. Thank you Toru.
Toru provided our group with a wonderful sightseeing experience in Japan. We had opportunities to experience Japanese culture by visiting areas of historical importance and learning about Japanese customs. He was very friendly and accommodating with changes in schedule during the trip. We would consider re-booking with Toru if we are visiting the area again.