Zen & Matcha
Private 3-hour tour for 2 to 6 people, photo package included, starting from 9,500 JPY per person.
Step off the beaten path and explore a more intimate and soothing side of Kamakura, guided by a passionate local photographer. This private walking tour takes you through quiet backstreets, hidden temples and lush gardens, perfect for contemplation and photography. From the little-known yet charming Egara Tenjin Shrine to the famous Hōkoku-ji bamboo grove, you will discover places where serenity and spirituality meet. The experience is completed with a refined matcha tasting in a traditional tea house, a moment that perfectly embodies the spirit of Kamakura.
What makes this tour truly unique
This circuit highlights the harmony between culture, nature and Japanese traditions. You will visit places often overlooked by classic tours, ideal for soaking up Kamakura’s zen atmosphere.
Your photographer-guide will share local knowledge while helping you capture the best moments with tips on framing, light and composition. Within 24 hours, you will receive 20 professionally edited photos to extend and share this unique experience.
It is the perfect tour for travelers seeking calm, authenticity and visual inspiration in a relaxed and enriching setting.
Practical information
• Meeting point: Kamakura Station
• Duration: 3 hours
• Group: private, 2 to 6 participants
• Languages: English or French
Included
• Local photographer guide
• 20 professionally edited photos (delivered within 24 h)
• Full experience (excluding external costs)
Not included
• Transportation to Kamakura
• Entrance fees to temples visited
• Public transport fees (bus/train between sites)
• Matcha tasting in a traditional tea house
• Lunch and drinks
• Other personal expenses
Accessibility & conditions
• Accessibility: not wheelchair accessible; includes stairs and public transport
• Children: family-friendly depending on age and walking ability
• Health: not recommended for those with back problems, pregnancy, or other medical conditions
Price
• Base price: 19,000 JPY for 2 people
• Additional participant: +1,000 JPY per person
