Kanazawa Private Tours
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Kanazawa Highlights Tours
Tailored Tours to Takayama / Shirakawago / Gokayama
This guided tour will bring guests to one/some of traditional destinations in Hokuriku and Hida region which cover the traditional streets, old government office building in Takayama and UNESCO's gassho-zukuri (A-shaped) houses in Shirakawago/Gokayama. The whole tour can be flexibly arranged based on guests' preferences and requests on either one way and round trip between Kanazawa and Takayama.
Best of Kanazawa - Half Day
Kanazawa is a charming city where old and new co-exist. Let's explore it together and see the richness of the culture throughout the day! In this tour, we will visit some of the highlights: Kenrokuen Garden, Samurai and Geisha Districts. We will move at your pace and take breaks as needed as this is a private tour. The itinerary may be adjusted depending on the weather or your health conditions on the day. It is most important for you to enjoy the time together and become a fan of Kanazawa!
Full Day Kanazawa highlights in 7 hours
Explore Kanazawa’s uniqueness by visiting all highlights in just one day. Kanazawa is not just a city charged with an interesting history, it is also a beautiful and relatively quiet town where contemporary arts meets deep traditions. This is the perfect tour if you want to get to know all important spots of the city such as one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens, well preserved historical sites, local crafts and specialties.
Private Kanazawa Highlights 4hours
We will stroll the castle town while enjoy talking about history, culture, art, and local foods. The attractions we visit are Kenroku-en Garden, Nagamachi Samurai District, and Higashi Chaya District (Geisha district) during 4 hours. ※This is a customized private tour. So the destination during the tour can be switched by your requests. For example, customize the tour including craft experiences or specific interest area.
Kanazawa Art, Culture, & Historical Tours
金澤半天遊!跟我一起打卡金澤(Kanazawa)主要景點！
金澤(Kanazawa)是一座充滿著武士文化的城市。金澤從400多年前被開發之後,現在也在到處都能感覺到當時的氣氛。除了歷史悠久的氣氛之外,還有令人覺得時尚的地方。提到旅遊,不可缺少的美食也當然吃到,而且都好吃唷!當然我們也可以去買東西,一定會找到自己或親朋好友喜歡的伴手禮! 讓我們一起坐金沢觀光巴士,高效遊覽打卡這些景點吧!
Beautiful Kanazawa Tour - Full Day
Kanazawa has a lot of historical and beautiful spots. I will show you the best spots in Kanazawa city. We go to Buke Yashiki, Kanazawa Castle Park, Kenrokuen Garden, Lunch, Higashi Chaya District. The Itinery is one of example. I can customize this tour for you.
Kanazawa's Historical districts in 4 hours
Let's discover the city's rich cultural heritage and travel back to the feudal era as we explore Kanazawa's well preserved historical districts. We will stroll around the former Samurai district with its typical walls and visit a Samurai residence before continuing our journey towards Higashi Chaya, one of Kanazawa's 3 Geisha districts. we'll learn about the geisha culture and enjoy a traditional Matcha tea with sweets in one of the historic Tea houses.
Private Kanazawa Highlights 6hours
Kanazawa was a flourished castle town based on a Samurai culture. You can see a mixture of traditional culture and modern city. We will visit the highlights of Kanazawa in 6 hours. Depending on your interests, we will visit three or four attractions of Kanazawa within the tour.
Kanazawa Day Trip Tours
Kanazawa One Day Tour
The city of Kanazawa is very compact and you will be able to feel the appearance of the ancient samurai days in the feudal period as strolling the town and streets.
Kanazawa Full Enjoyment of One Night & Two Days Tour from Tokyo
This tour is one night, two days tour in Kanazawa that include various tour spots such as Kenrokuen-garden, Kanazawa castle, Samurai residence, Higashi Chaya district and Ohmimachi market. You can have an impressive experience by watching the remains of castle town established by a local feudal load ;Toshiie Maeda. Kanazawa is called “Little Kyoto” as a town having traditional beauty like Kyoto.
Shirakawa-go Village
In Shirakawa-go, there remain about 110 thatched houses with steep raftered roofs which look like a pair of hands held togethered in prayer. The steep roofs are inclined at 60 degrees from the horizontal. you can see the whole image of the village from the observatory in Ogimachi Park. The bus fare between Takayama and Shirakawa-go on a round trip is 4,420JPY/person. while from Takayama to Kanazawa through Shirakawa-go is 3,390JPY/person.
UNESCO World Heritage SHIRAKWAGO 1 Day tour by BUS from Kanazawa
Shirakawago was designated as UNESCO World Hetitage site in 1995. There are 60 Gassho-Zukuri farmhouses and about 40 Gassho-style storages in the village. The shape of big slanted roofs resembles in the gesture of bringing arms and hands together in prayer. This gesture is called Gassho in Japanese. We will visit Shiroyama observation deck, a typical Gassho farmhouse inside, and stroll through the village.
Kanazawa Food & Drink Tours
Evening Food Tour in Kanazawa
Taste local food of Kanazawa! On this tour, we will visit a few restaurants and bars learning about Japanese food culture and ingredients. You will sample a drink and a shared plate at each location and we will hop around. Your evening will be spent with a local guide by going to her favorites places and sharing stories together. The locations will be adjusted accordingly to availabilities. Two spots are included as a default but contact me for more options.
Kanazawa Night Bites: A Culinary Tour
Discover the vibrant flavors of Kanazawa under the enchanting night sky with our "Kanazawa Night Bites: A Culinary Tour." Join us as we explore the city's hidden gems, from bustling street food stalls to intimate local eateries. Savor traditional dishes, fresh seafood, and innovative culinary creations, all while learning about Kanazawa's rich food culture and history. Perfect for food lovers and night owls, this tour offers an unforgettable taste of Kanazawa after dark.
The Best Gastronomy & Culture Tour in Kanazawa: Sushi, Seafoods, and Omakase
This tour is designed for clients to indulge in the rich food culture of Kanazawa, savoring its fresh ingredients and seafood. I will handle lunch and dinner reservations, ensuring a delightful gastronomic journey for you. Just as one wouldn't leave Paris without enjoying its art, departing Kanazawa without savoring its gastronomy would be a missed opportunity. I'll tailor the tour to your preferences, so let me suggest the perfect itinerary for you.
Gourmet Kanazawa: A Daytime Food Odyssey
Join me on a tantalizing journey through Kanazawa, where you'll savor the city's rich culinary heritage. Begin with the freshest sushi, expertly prepared from the day's catch. Delight in the region's succulent fruits, renowned for their exceptional flavor. Indulge in Kanazawa's unique golden ice cream, a luxurious treat adorned with edible gold leaf. Throughout the day, explore a variety of local delicacies, each offering a taste of Kanazawa's vibrant food culture.
Kanazawa Nature & Outdoor Tours
Perfect mix of Kanazawa Highlight & Nature Walk.
Starting Time: 7:00 to 10:00am. In this particular 6-hour Walking Tour, We explore some of the magic of Kanazawa. It promises a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, quirky stories, and delightful culinary experiences! <Bamboo forest / Riverside walk / Geisha districts / Old Tea house / Ninja Temple / Kutani Ceramics / Kanazawa Delights [Golden Ice cream / Fluffy Pancakes / Matcha Tea / Kaga Tea / Famous Omu Rice Omelet] / Perfect Photo Spots / Surprise.
Magie de Kanazawa : Forêt de Bambous, Quartier des Geishas, Or, Douceurs et Plus Encore !
Lors de cette visite à pied de 6 heures, nous explorerons une partie de la magie de Kanazawa. Elle promet un mélange parfait de beauté naturelle, de patrimoine culturel, d'histoires insolites et d'expériences culinaires délicieuses ! <Forêt de bambous / Promenade au bord de la rivière / Quartiers des geishas / Ancienne maison de thé / Temple des Ninjas / Céramiques Kutani / Spots photo parfaits / Surprise. Délices de Kanazawa : Glace dorée - Pancakes moelleux - Thé matcha - Thé Kaga - Omurice
Kanazawa Shopping Tours
Kanazawa Off the Beaten Path Tours
Kanazawa Nightlife Tours
Kanazawa Tour Reviews
Emily S.
Full-day Walking Tour in Kanazawa
Customized
“Wonderful visit to sites in Kanazawa”
Fujio is a lovely guide who planned a full day of sight-seeing for us in his hometown. I especially loved the stops we made in the samurai part of the city, where Fujio took us to a museum we never would have found, and to the geiko house where we saw life of geisha culture. Fujio was kind and generous with his time and he even brought us a special gift. A very lovely day!
Fujio N.
(15 reviews)Dear Emily, I am very pleased to have guided you in Kanazawa including some off-beaten tracks, which I hope you found interesting and helped you understand Japanese culture in the castle town. May our pathes will cross again in future. Thank you. Warm regards, Fujio
“A most excellent Food tour”
We were a small group of friends that went on this amazing food tour with Haru-san. It was so unexpected that began our evening adventure with drinks at this exclusive hidden gem of a bar that only regulars know about. The owner/bartender had this exceptional collection of vintage whiskey that he was so excited to show us. He demonstrated his mesmerizing skill at ice carving for pieces to fit our drinks. He shared his passion and very interesting story on how he started his bar. What an experience of epitome entertainment at a bar. We then proceeded to dinner at this sought after Izakaya joint that served the most delectable fresh seafood and unusual delicious desserts. Got there just in time, bcos after we were seated, a long queue firmed outside. Had a most enjoyable meal. Overall a wonderful night of great food and drinks. Haru-san knows exactly where to bring you once she gets to know your thinking. We were friends the moment we met.
Haru G.
(10 reviews)Thank you so much, K b! The tour was a lot of fun for me as you and your friends were all nice and friendly. I enjoyed it very much and I hope to see you all again. Wishing you a wonderful holidays coming ahead and fresh new year. Thank you again and please give my regards to everyone.
“Best guide in Kanazawa - highly recommended ”
We visited Kanazawa in Nov 2024. If you are looking for a local guide who is knowledgeable, flexible and with great communication skills you don’t need to look any further. We had other guides in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka but Yukari is the best. She went out of her way to make restaurant reservations and took us to Yamanaka which was not part of the original tour plan.
Yukari S.
(28 reviews)Thank you so much for the great review. I was also able to spend a very special time with you two. I appreciate your cooperation to make our plan the best. That’s why we could actually make it. Hope to see you again in your place again!
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