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4 Hours - Kanazawa's Main Attractions ! Can be personalized to your liking!

Kanazawa Castle

Kenroku-en Garden

Kenroku-en

Higashi Chaya

Reflections

Higashi Chaya

Samurai House

4 Hours - Kanazawa's Main Attractions ! Can be personalized to your liking!

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2024

Raphaël P.

5.00 / 5

(27 reviews)

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Kanazawa

English (Native), French (Native), Spanish, Japanese

4 hours

Private tour (only you and Raphaël P.)

Up to 15 people

This 4 hours itinerary covers the essential attractions of Kanazawa, providing a mix of historical insights, natural beauty, and local culture.

Who is it originally designed for?

1] People wanting to max out all the Kanazawa essentiels in just a few hours!

2] People wanting to slowly focus on a couple spots in the city.

However, feel free to let me know what you like & I'll make sure to cater the tour for you!

9:00am or 13:30pm Start! Let's explore the city!

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your Hotel - Or "Starbucks at M'Za".

- If your hotel is centrally located, I will pick you up directly. Otherwise, we'll meet at the STARBUCKS in the M'ZA shopping mall, just across from the famous Omicho Market. "This is just an example of the tour we may do."

09:10 AM

Omicho Market

Discover a 300 years old history market with 180 stands filled with local food and folklore!

09:40 AM

Nagamachi [Samurai District] + Special Ceramics shop if wanted.

Explore this historic area with narrow lanes, earthen walls, and the beautifully preserved Nomura-ke Samurai Residence, showcasing traditional architecture and exquisite gardens.

10:50 AM

Kenrokuen Garden & Kanazawa Castle

One of Japan’s Three Great Gardens, featuring ponds, streams, walking paths, and tea houses. Highlights include the Kotojitoro Lantern and Kasumigaike Pond.

Adjacent to Kenrokuen, this partially restored castle offers insights into the region’s history with its impressive gates, storehouses, and gardens.

11:40 AM

Kazuemachi

Kazuemachi, the smallest geisha district in Kanazawa, may be small in size, but its enchanting charm will leave you captivated. A visit here is sure to create unforgettable memories!

12:00 PM

Higashi Chaya [Most famous Geisha District]

Higashi Chaya, Kanazawa’s most famous geisha district, is a historic area renowned for its beautifully preserved wooden teahouses that exude timeless elegance. Stroll through its atmospheric streets, where you’ll find shops offering exquisite gold leaf products, cozy cafes perfect for a relaxing break, and glimpses into the cultural heritage of traditional tea ceremonies. This district effortlessly blends history with charm, making it a must-visit destination.

Ending Point

I can provide you with tips to explore Higashi Chaya further, discover its shops and surroundings, guide you to your next destination, or assist you in returning to the market or your hotel.

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guide's Fee.

Service with a Smile.

What‘s not included

Entrance of Garden & Samurai's House [app. 1000Yen].

Tour Important Information

Lunch or Special Experiences were not included in the base plan as I like to be flexible depending on my clients' requests.

Feel free to tell me what you're after [specific Or vague], so I can really cater that for you!

Let's have a great time and create memories together!

There might also be possibility on starting this tour around lunch time. Contact me to confirm. Thank you.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Joined 2024

Raphaël P.

5.00 / 5

(27 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Raphaël P.

Hello Explorers,

If you're looking to discover Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go, Takayama, Yuwaku, Kaga and more, of the beautiful surrounding regions in a way few ever do—you’re in the right place.

Since making Kanazawa our home in 2019 with my Japanese wife and our children, I’ve immersed myself deeply into the local culture, traditions, and daily life. This city and its surroundings aren't just places I guide through—they’re part of my story.

With a rich background in tourism, hospitality and the performing arts, I bring a seamless, heartfelt energy to every tour, offering you not just information, but real connection and insight.

Get ready for picture-perfect moments, unforgettable local flavors, inspiring stories, and tips that will make your entire stay even more memorable.

Choose to explore with me, and let’s create experiences as rich, vibrant, and lasting as Japan itself!

Reviews

Phil L.

5 / 5

Oct 16, 2025

All Highlights! Can also be a fully Personalized Tour!