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Overzicht
This relaxed-paced 4-day itinerary uses 2 bases — Yokohama (2 nights), Kamakura (2 nights) — to keep hotel changes low while covering Yokohama, Kamakura. Daily spend for mid-range travelers is around ¥17,000 per person including accommodation.
Day-by-day
Arrive in Yokohama
Arrive, pick up an IC card and settle in. Easy first afternoon: Minato Mirai, Chinatown and the Cup Noodles Museum.
Flexible day in Yokohama
Free day in Yokohama: revisit favourites, shop, or rest at an onsen/sento. Ideas: Minato Mirai, Chinatown and the Cup Noodles Museum.
Travel to Kamakura
Morning transfer to Kamakura (forward big luggage with takkyubin the day before). Afternoon: Kotoku-in Great Buddha, Hase-dera, Enoden coastal train and Enoshima.
Flexible day in Kamakura · depart
Free day in Kamakura: revisit favourites, shop, or rest at an onsen/sento. Ideas: Kotoku-in Great Buddha, Hase-dera, Enoden coastal train and Enoshima. Head to the airport in the afternoon.
Bereikbaarheid & Openbaar Vervoer
Use an IC card (Suica/ICOCA) for local trains and buses. Point-to-point tickets are usually cheaper than a JR Pass for this route.
Frequently asked questions
Is 4 days enough for Yokohama, Kamakura?
Yes — this plan gives Yokohama (2 nights), Kamakura (2 nights), which is enough for the main highlights at a relaxed pace.
How much does this 4-day Japan trip cost?
Roughly ¥68,000 per person for 4 days (≈¥17,000/day) excluding international flights.
Do I need a JR Pass for this itinerary?
Enter your legs in our JR Pass Calculator; single tickets or regional passes are often cheaper.
When is the best time to do this route?
Late March–May and October–November for the best weather.