Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $50 / person
- Location
- Kamakura, Japan
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 4
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- gotcha
- Meeting point
- Let's meet in front of Tully's Coffee.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 3
- Adult (ages 4+)
- $50
- Child (ages 0–1)
- $49
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The store sells a variety of bean products and is famous in Japan. Why not buy a variety of souvenirs?
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.
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.
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.
What's included
Included
Entrance fee to the womb of the Great Buddha
tour guide
Entrance fee for Kotokuin Temple (visit to the Great Buddha)
Not included
Shopping cost at each stores (it depends on the guest and store)
Gratuities
How it compares in Kamakura
- Starting price $50 is 33% below the typical $75 for tours of similar length in Kamakura
Excurgo comparison of 114 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience take?
Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience cost?
Prices start at $50 per person for this Kamakura experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience cost for children?
Children aged 0–1 pay from $49, adults from $50.
Can I cancel Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Let's meet in front of Tully's Coffee. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Kamakura: Visit Great Buddha and shopping experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 4 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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