Japanese Sweets Making in Kamakura

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About the Activity

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 of Kamakura. You can make seasonal Japanese sweets in various shapes, depending on the season. You can eat them on the spot or take them home as a souvenir. The Great Buddha of Kamakura (Kotokuin Temple) is one of Japan’s most iconic statues. During your visit, you’ll learn fascinating stories about Japanese history and the culture of Kamakura. Join me for an exciting, easy-to-follow tour filled with local secrets. Make yo enjoy and share unforgettable moments.

3 hours

Private Tour

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Traditional sweets making lesson

Local guide (English-speaking guide)

Entrances fee to Kotoku-in

Hotel pick up and drop-off

Personal expenses

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Kamakura

Kamakura, JapanIn 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.)1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Kamakura Kaihin Park Sakanoshita Chiku(Pass By)

26 Sakanoshita, Kamakura, Japan, 248-0021You can see great view of the ocean. It is a popular spot among the local people.View Location

Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)

4 Chome-2-28 Hase, , Kamakura, Japan, 248-0016The 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. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Meeting and Pickup

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More details will be provided after booking.View Location

End point

This activity ends in Kotoku-in(the place of Great Buddha).View Location

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Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to the customer or the customer's hotelThe admission ticket for Kotoku-in will be handed to you before entering the temple

Cancellation & Refunds

Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Operated by HiroCreated on 22 Jan 2025Created on 23 Apr 2025

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