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THE Kamakura Guide: Ultimate Iconic Day Trip from Tokyo!

PiQtour Japan

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If you're in Tokyo and only have one day to escape the city—Kamakura is where history, culture, and the sea come together perfectly.

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In this day-trip to Kamakura guide, we explore ancient shrines, try local street food, ride the famous Enoden train, and visit iconic spots like the Great Buddha and Kamakura Kōkō-Mae Station from Slam Dunk. Whether you're into samurai lore, scenic ocean views, or just want a relaxing walk through Japan's first shogunate capital, this is the video for you.

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@piqtourjapan Creator 1 year ago Pinned

Hi people! Welcome to this really unique city. I love Kamakura and had to come back here again to share it with you all. Hope you enjoy!

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@aninditchoudhury498 3 months ago

Out of all the vlogs including locals, that I have seen so far, you are are the only person who knows how to convey informative videos by being equally respectful when needed while no over-exaggeration while filming. Keep up this personality of yours. Great Job buddy!

P.S: "Shogun" drama season 2 is incoming soon that might portray Battle of Sekigahara.

@ykant7 11 days ago

That cave looked super interesting. Thanks for showing us amazing places to visit.

@wayne-x30 2 weeks ago (edited)

You know a lot about Japanese culture. I watched many of your videos before going to Japan two years ago. I am going for the fourth time in 2 and half years this December. I am going each time in a different season. Thanks for producing these wonderful videos.

@DaiChurch 1 year ago (edited)

You know it’s a good day when Abby drops a new video.

@JimMendenhall 1 year ago

I really enjoy your informative yet fun and laid back style. Thanks for being yourself and sharing what you know.

@CarbonatedTurtle 1 year ago (edited)

My wife and I had our wedding pictures taken here in 2019 and we went back to visit this May. Even though it's full of tourists during the day, it's still a beautiful town. When most things shut down around 6pm, the back alleys have some amazing restaurants and bars. One of the best bars I've ever visited was about the size of a walk-in closet and only had enough room for about 5-6 people to stand. But the music was great, the drinks were cheap and delicious, and the bartender was the perfect mix of grumpy chainsmoker and friendly musician.

@Ryuhei64 1 year ago

I knew the "separate stomach for desserts" excuse was universal :)

@SweeterThanPinkCandy 1 year ago

Love the history you give about the places you visit. When I visited a couple places from your vlogs, it made visiting these sites a little more meaningful and grateful compared to just walking up to a place not knowing its history and significance.

@Song_and_Wind 2 weeks ago

My wife is from a samurai line linked with that temple. Maiden name is "Hase." We have never been out there. Looks interesting.

@axnyslie 1 year ago

I was just there two weeks ago! Kamakura was my favorite part of Japan. The Hokokuji Bamboo Forest was serene worth the trip alone, as well as Hasedera Temple and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu. It was really hot of course so I got cooked inside the Kōtoku-in Daibutsu.

@leilanadunn975 3 months ago

This video is great, I love learning the extra bits of history and legends!

@chikara_ippai 1 year ago

Love that Ghibli store in Kamakura, its small and can fit few people but that's what makes it special, it really feels like you're inside a tree

@CatherineMcKenna-f4n 8 months ago

I’m researching for my upcoming Japan trip and your videos are so informative with wonderful camerawork. I’ve watched so many now and have lots of information and ideas, thank you! I hope your channel continues to grow and I wish you every success 😊

@michelles.1422 8 months ago

This one singular video made me subscribe! I love all the lore you add into the vid. Can’t wait to watch the rest

@geraldhayden 4 months ago

Another great Travel Video. Very much appreciate your format of taking about the Historical and Cultural aspects of places and items. One of the best presenters on Youtube. Thanks for doing the homework

@jct6634 4 months ago

Just wanted to say, last year I visited Japan for the first time—visiting the typical golden route including Osak, Kyoto, Tokyo, Hakone and Hiroshima—found your video guides to be a very valuable asset, love how detailed they are and how much you break things down for your viewers. This year, we are returning— we will be heading to Hokkaido and finishing off in Tokyo, with planned day trips to Nikko and Kamakura, so this guide and the more recent one to Nikko are much appreciated. Thanks for all you do! Kamakura looks gorgeous, I can’t wait to visit :)