Kamakura Photo Tours

Tours & Photo Sessions

Experience Kamakura your way

  • Secret Kamakura

    Private 3-hour tour for 2 to 6 people, photo package included, starting from 9,000 JPY per person
    Secret Kamakura
    Begin your journey in Kita-Kamakura and follow the scenic Daibutsu Hiking Trail with a local photographer as your guide. Along the way, discover two of Kamakura’s most atmospheric hidden shrines: Zeniarai Benten, tucked inside a cave, and the mystical Sasuke Inari, lined with red torii gates. This off-the-beaten-path experience offers a unique opportunity to explore, learn, and capture the spirit of Kamakura beyond the usual tourist routes. The tour ends near Kamakura Station, where the city’s energy and tradition meet.
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  • Extended Kamakura

    Private 5-hour tour for 2 to 6 people, photo package included, starting from 12,000 JPY per person
    Extended Kamakura
    Explore the spiritual heart of Kamakura on this extended private tour guided by a local expert. Starting from Kamakura Station, you’ll visit peaceful temples like Jufuku-ji, Eishō-ji, Kaizō-ji, and Jōchi-ji, followed by a relaxing lunch in central Kamakura. The journey continues with a visit to the secluded Kakuon-ji Temple, reached by local bus. This thoughtfully paced experience combines walking and public transport, offering a deeper connection to Kamakura’s hidden beauty, Zen traditions, and timeless charm. Along the way, your guide shares stories and insights to help you experience the city like a local.
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  • Zen & Matcha

    Private 3-hour tour for 2 to 6 people, photo package included, starting from 9,500 JPY per person
    Zen & Matcha
    Step off the beaten path and discover a more intimate side of Kamakura with a local photographer. This private walking tour blends quiet backstreets, hidden temples, and lush gardens with moments of calm and cultural immersion. From the serene Egara Tenjin shrine to the bamboo grove of Hokoku-ji, and a peaceful matcha tasting in a Zen teahouse, you’ll experience Kamakura’s spirit through the lens of someone who knows it deeply. Designed for those who love photography, history, and authentic encounters, this experience offers a rare and inspiring look at Japan’s ancient samurai capital.
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  • Photo Session

    1-hour outdoor photo session. Solo, couple or family, from 12,000 JPY per session
    Photo Session
    Capture your time in Kamakura with a professional one-hour photo session in one of the city’s most iconic locations. Whether solo, as a couple or with family, your local photographer will guide you with ease, helping you relax and enjoy the moment while capturing natural and luminous portraits. From ancient temples and hidden alleys to the seaside’s relaxed charm, you can choose the backdrop that reflects your style. Within 24 hours, you will receive 20 beautifully edited photos, a timeless keepsake of your journey through this historic samurai capital
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  • Kimono Photo Session

    2-hour outdoor photo session. Solo, couple or family, from 20,000 JPY per session
    Kimono Photo Session
    Step into the elegance of Japanese tradition with a two-hour kimono photo session in the historic city of Kamakura. After meeting at Kamakura Station, your photographer will assist you in selecting a kimono or yukata at a local rental shop before guiding you to an authentic backdrop such as a temple, shrine or charming alleyway. Together, you will create a collection of refined portraits that reflect both your experience and the beauty of Japanese culture. Within 24 hours, you will receive 20 professionally edited photos, a timeless memory of your visit.
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