Planning a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura and Enoshima? This guide suggests a sightseeing order, compares trains with a private car, and lists prices: a 10-hour Tokyo day charter from on request (ECO), plus direct airport transfers to Kamakura.
Kamakura is an old capital and Enoshima is a small island on the coast. They are close enough to visit together on a day trip from Tokyo, which makes them a popular choice. The catch is that the sights are spread out: temples, shrines, shopping streets and seaside spots each sit near a different station, so public transport means several changes and some walking. This guide suggests a sightseeing order and compares trains with a private car.
Suggested sights and order
This is a common route; adjust it to your interests.
- Tsurugaoka Hachimangu and Komachi-dori: Kamakura's best-known shrine, surrounded by a busy street of shops and restaurants. A good start for the morning.
- The Great Buddha (Kotoku-in) and Hase-dera: Both are in the Hase area, a fair distance from Tsurugaoka Hachimangu. By public transport you would need to change to the Enoshima Electric Railway.
- Enoshima: On the Shonan coast, with a shrine, lookout points and sea views. It suits the afternoon, with time left for the seaside in the evening.
Opening hours and admission fees can change, so check the official sources before you go:
- Kamakura City Tourist Association: https://www.trip-kamakura.com/
- Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoden): https://www.enoden.co.jp/english/
Train vs private car
| Train and Enoden | Private car | |
|---|---|---|
| Transfers | JR or Odakyu line, then the Enoden, with walking between sights | None; the driver takes you from sight to sight |
| Luggage | Carry it yourself or use station lockers | Can stay in the car |
| Pricing | Per person; see official fares | Per vehicle, so the per-person cost drops as the group grows |
| Flexibility | Follows timetables; carriages can be crowded on holidays | Reorder stops depending on crowds and weather |
Train timetables and fares change with the season, so we do not list figures here. Please check the official sites:
- JR East: https://www.jreast.co.jp/e/
- Odakyu Electric Railway: https://www.odakyu.jp/english/
- Enoshima Electric Railway: https://www.enoden.co.jp/english/
Note that Kamakura's roads are narrow and weekends and holidays are often congested, so actual journey times can exceed the estimates. Leave some buffer in your schedule.
Day charter from Tokyo
If you are staying in Tokyo and want to cover Kamakura and Enoshima in one day, a day charter is an option. Ten hours starting and ending in Tokyo, priced per vehicle, tolls and parking included:
| Vehicle | Price |
|---|---|
| ECO (5 seats) | on request |
| Alphard (7 seats) | ¥55,000 |
| Hiace (10 seats) | ¥60,000 |
Overtime is ¥3,000 per 30 minutes. Extra stops on the way can be arranged on request. Because pricing is per vehicle, 4 people in the ECO pay on request each; 6 people in the Alphard pay about ¥9,167 each; 10 people in the Hiace pay ¥6,000 each.
Direct from the airport to Kamakura
If you have just landed and your hotel is in Kamakura or around Enoshima, you can go straight there by private car. One way, priced per vehicle, tax included, with tolls and parking included:
| Airport | Approx. travel time | ECO (5 seats) | Alphard (7 seats) | Hiace (10 seats) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haneda | About 60–90 min | on request | ¥45,000 | ¥50,000 |
| Narita | About 120–150 min | on request | ¥60,000 | ¥70,000 |
Travel times are rough off-peak estimates and depend on traffic. For route details, see Haneda to Kamakura and Narita to Kamakura.
- 90 minutes of free waiting for arrivals: no stress if your flight is late or immigration is slow.
- Child seats available: up to 3 child safety seats and 2 booster seats per booking.
- Late-night surcharge: a flat ¥4,000 for service between 22:00 and 06:00.
- 24-hour service: early-morning arrivals and late-night departures can both be arranged.
Which should you choose?
- One or two people, no rush, and keen to ride the Enoden: the train is cheaper and scenic.
- Three or more, or travelling with children or older relatives: a car costs closer to the train per person and saves transfers and walking.
- Lots of luggage or just arrived in Japan: a direct airport transfer takes you to your accommodation.
- Many stops in one day: a charter cuts waiting and changing time.
What to prepare before booking
- Date, starting point (Tokyo address or arriving flight) and preferred start time.
- The sights you want to visit and whether you need extra stops.
- Number of passengers, pieces of luggage and whether children are travelling.
Book a Kamakura and Enoshima car
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FAQ
- How much is a Kamakura and Enoshima day charter from Tokyo?
- For a 10-hour charter starting and ending in Tokyo, priced per vehicle: ECO 5-seater on request Alphard (7 seats) ¥55,000 Hiace (10 seats) ¥60,000. Overtime is ¥3,000 per 30 minutes. Extra stops on the way can be arranged on request. Tolls and parking are included. All quotes are subject to confirmation by our live support team.
- How much is a private transfer from Haneda or Narita to Kamakura?
- Haneda to Kamakura: ECO on request Alphard ¥45,000 Hiace ¥50,000. Narita to Kamakura: ECO on request Alphard ¥60,000 Hiace ¥70,000. Prices are per vehicle, tax included, with tolls and parking included. A ¥4,000 surcharge applies from 22:00 to 06:00. All quotes are subject to confirmation by our live support team.
- Can I see both Kamakura and Enoshima in one day?
- Yes. Kamakura's main sights are clustered around Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, the Great Buddha and the Hase area, while Enoshima sits on the Shonan coast. Visiting both on the same day is a common plan. To avoid rushing, we suggest limiting yourself to three or four stops.
- Is the charter priced per person or per vehicle?
- Per vehicle, regardless of the number of passengers, as long as you stay within the seats and luggage capacity. The ECO seats 5 with 4 pieces of luggage, the Alphard seats 7 with 6, and the Hiace seats 10 with 9.
- Can I get a child seat?
- Yes. Child safety seats and booster seats are available, up to 3 child safety seats and 2 booster seats per booking. Just mention it when you book.