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Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience

Kamakura, Japanby gotcha

  • 1.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 4 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Kotokuin Temple is famous for having the three largest Buddha statues in Japan. You will be amazed at its size. It is also the only temple in the deeply historical city of Kamakura where you can even enter the inside of the Great Buddha. It is also a popular spot for tourists of all nationalities. After visiting Kotokuin, enjoy shopping for Kamakura souvenirs! You can see everything from famous ninja weapons such as shuriken and swords to more familiar items such as magnets and playing cards.

What's included

  • Entrance fee to the womb of the Great Buddha
  • tour guide
  • Entrance fee for Kotokuin Temple (visit to the Great Buddha)
  • Shopping cost at each stores (it depends on the guest and store)
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    15 min

    The store sells a variety of bean products and is famous in Japan. Why not buy a variety of souvenirs?

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    45 min

    A representative temple of Kamakura. It is home to the Great Buddha of Kamakura and is crowded with many people from Japan and abroad. It is a place worth visiting at least once if you visit Kamakura. It is one of the three great Buddha statues in Japan (Kamakura, Nara, and Gifu). It is the only temple in the deeply historical city of Kamakura where you can even enter the Great Buddha.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    15 min

    This souvenir shop is located in front of the Daibutsu-sama gate. Once inside the store, you will be surprised to see a display of imitation swords and other weapons. This store has a very good selection of shuriken and swords. If you find something you like, you can buy it.

  4. 4

    Stop 4

    15 min

    Visitors can shop for souvenirs of Kamakura and other Japanese cultural items at the stores. We hope you will find your favorite souvenirs to remember your trip to Japan.

Meeting and pickup

Let's meet in front of Tully's Coffee.

End point

Let's meet in front of Tully's Coffee.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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