Japanese Sweets Making and Great Buddha in Kamakura

5.0 (14 reviews) 3 hours Private tour

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Would you like to make authentic Japanese sweets?

In just 3 hours, you can try making traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) and visit the famous Great Buddha.

You can make seasonal Japanese sweets at a world-famous shop.

The designs change every month — cherry blossoms, fireworks, Christmas, and more.

Friendly staff will teach you how to make them step by step, and I’ll help by translating everything into English.

After you finish, you can enjoy your handmade sweets with matcha or take them home with you.

The Great Buddha of Kamakura is one of Japan’s most iconic statues.

I’ll share the mysteries behind the Great Buddha,and you can even step inside his massive body!

During the tour, we’ll also stop by some souvenir and local food spots.You can also enjoy a beautiful view of the ocean.

Join me for an exciting, easy-to-follow tour filled with local secrets!

Make you enjoy and share unforgettable moments!

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Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–5 years) · Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

Kamakura

one hour

In the wagashi-making experience, you’ll make three seasonal sweets, each with a unique shape reflecting the time of year. Don’t worry, I’ll guide you through the process and share interesting details about the history of wagashi. You can enjoy the sweets on the spot or take them home as souvenirs. (If you’d like, you can also enjoy a cup of matcha for an additional 550 yen.)
Kamakura Kaihin Park Sakanoshita Chiku

Passing by

You can see great view of the ocean.

It is a popular spot among the local people.
Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura

30 min Admission included

The Great Buddha of Kamakura, located at Kotoku-in Temple, is an iconic 13.35-meter bronze statue of Buddha, weighing 121 tonnes. It has stood for over 750 years and is Kamakura’s only Buddhist national treasure. As Japan’s second tallest bronze Buddha, it’s a must-see.