Enoshima is a small island off the Shonan coast, joined to the mainland by a long bridge and topped by the Sea Candle observation tower. Climb past Enoshima Shrine to the sea caves on the far side, then eat a bowl of shirasu, the local whitebait, on rice.
Review of a Tokyo day trip to Kamakura and Enoshima, with the Great Buddha, Enoden tram, island shrines, anime landmarks and practical booking tips.
Most Popular★ 4.6“The trip to Kamakura with Tour Guide Lee Han-san was such an interesting and enjoyable time^^”
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1,589 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $41.05
Review this Tokyo-to-Kamakura day trip: ride the Enoden, see the Great Buddha, visit Enoshima and Hachimangu, and plan for crowds and tight timing.
★ 4.8“Peter was very punctual and knowledgeable. he showed us around the entire area and was very patient and made everyone keep comfortable.”
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1,477 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $41.75
Discover the hidden gems of Kamakura and Enoshima on this exciting 1-day bus tour from Tokyo. Uncover the rich history and breathtaking beauty!
★ 4.5“I think our guide Eric was caring, very knowledgeable, very thorough, and attended very well to the needs of the group and the individuals. my only corrective feedback is that he needs to slow down a little at the speed at which he speaks. we…”
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1,375 reviews9 hours - 570 minutesFrom $58by VIP Japan Tour
See jellyfish, Sagami Bay sea life and a dolphin show at Enoshima Aquarium, with Shonan Coast views and easy access from three stations.
★ 4.7“The aquarium is huge, although during peak/holiday season, aside from reserving the ticket, you have to reserve for the time slot.”
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471 reviews1-3 hoursFrom $14.15
Compare Hakone’s pirate ship, volcanic ropeway and Enoshima in one Tokyo day trip, with practical advice on weather, ticket options and timing.
★ 4.8“Two things lessened the quality of this day trip: high traffic conditions and high crowd conditions. While the operator obviously cannot control those conditions, it seems they could have predicted them and adjusted plans around them, like knowing it was a holiday week in Japan…”
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465 reviews10 hoursFrom $49.25
Ride the Enoden, see Kamakura’s Great Buddha and Enoshima, and visit shrines and Komachi Street on a guided day trip from Tokyo.
★ 4.8“Tour guide Xiaoyan gave clear and detailed explanations at the scenic spots and historic sites, and she managed the itinerary schedule very well.”
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456 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $41.05
Visit Kamakura, Enoshima and Yokohama in one long day from Tokyo, with Enoden train rides, shrine time and a harbor-side night view.
★ 4.7“Jack was very insightful & knowledgable. He helped us throughout the tour. Thanks Jack, we are extremely happy.”
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448 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $41.15
Ride the Enoden from Tokyo to Kamakura, visit Enoshima and finish with Yokohama after dark on a full-day guided trip.
★ 4.8“Driver Lu Chuan drives steadily, and tour guide Xiao Hu is diligent and responsible.”
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429 reviews10.5 hoursFrom $41.05
Ride the Enoden, visit Enoshima and Kamakura, and choose a temple-and-shrine afternoon or a trip to Yokohama from Tokyo.
★ 4.8“I had a comfortable and pleasant trip with my friend. It was my first time using this in Japan, lol. It's great!”
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238 reviews11.5 hoursFrom $46.15
Visit Kamakura’s shrine, temples and Great Buddha, then head to Enoshima for coastal paths and possible Mt. Fuji views on a Tokyo day trip.
★ 4.6“nice day trip indeed... 7 of us with a guide in a 24 seat van ... so comfy ... eric gave us all information we need for the day like history of the places, what to eat, where to eat etc. he was the sweetest…”
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199 reviewsFrom $35.39
Prepare for a captivating journey where ancient traditions meet stunning landscapes in Kamakura and Enoshima, setting the stage for an unforgettable day of exploration.
“I travelled with family and this bus tour was amazing, Omar the tour guide was very friendly and funny, the whole experience was really good.”
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189 reviewsFrom $66.05by VIP Japan Tours
Discover Kamakura and Enoshima on a 10-hour day tour from Tokyo, featuring scenic train rides, iconic sights, and cultural highlights for an authentic experience.
★ 4.1“Brewster was an amazing tour guide who was very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humour . Bus driver was first class. Food was 2 out of 5. Everything else 5 star !!!”
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61 reviews10 hoursFrom $13by Leda Japan
Pair Hakone’s Lake Ashi, ropeway and volcanic Owakudani with Enoshima on a long, scenic day trip from Tokyo.
★ 4.7“The itinerary was a bit rushed. We departed Shinjuku at 8 AM and returned around 5:30 PM, with travel time totaling over 6 hours. The time spent at each attraction was very short. The most relaxing parts of the entire trip were the pirate ship…”
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52 reviewsFrom $49.29
Discover Japan's iconic sights on this day trip to Mt. Fuji, Hakone, and Kamakura, featuring a free ropeway ride and Lake Ashi cruise.
★ 4.3“wanting Feng is a great tour guide thanks”
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49 reviews10 - 11 hoursFrom $53by Tour Easy
Uncover the hidden treasures of Kamakura, Enoshima, and Yokohama on a private car tour from Tokyo that promises a unique and unforgettable experience.
★ 5.0“Great guide, very understanding and flexible. Open to customizing the tour towards the customers interest. Car service was amazing as well! Thank you, my family and I were very happy!”
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48 reviewsFrom $1,183.65by Japan Star Travel Agency
Enoshima is a small island off the Shonan coast with a shrine, caves and seafood on the way up.