Cruise ship tour in Kanazawa
The cruise ship regularly stay at ports in Kanazawa city, in Ishikawa.
The guide will take you to Takaoka's attractions from the port in Kanazawa.
The real Japanese life spreads out in the town. We not only see around the landmarks, but also can talk with locals at some places.
The tour starts from where you get off from the cruise ship. I will pick you up by car. I will have planned a plan, but it is flexible by guests' requests.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Port of the cruise ship in Kanazawa
- Guide will pick you up in front of the cruise ship.
Moving from Kanazawa to central part of Takaoka city
We will move from the port to Takaoka city.
Takaoka great Buddha
Takaoka great Buddha statue is located in the center of the town, which is the landmark of Takaoaka city, which was made by craftsmen of Takaoka, Toyama.
Visiting workshop of Takaoka copperware
Takaoka's main industry is making copperware including bronze items, tin items, and aluminum items. Using connection with local craftsmen, we will visit one of workshops of copperware in Takaoka city and talk with local craftsmen.
Visiting Japanese sewing class and wearing Kimono
There is a Japanese sewing class which has long history. Now the 4th generation runs the class with professional skill of sewing.
We will visit there and wear Kimono. The teacher and students also welcome wearing their kimono and you can take pictures with them. And let's talk with locals.
OPTION: (Choose One) Mikurumayama museum OR Kanayamachi town
Mikurumayama museum exhibits local festival floats which are decorated fine artisanal skills of craftsmen of Takaoka city. The largest festival in Takaoka is held on the 1st of May every year. Guest can appreciate how to hold the festival.
Kanayamachi old town is said to be the birth place of Takaoka casting craftsmanship. Takaoka has the main industry, making metalware. Many traditional buildings remain on the street. Guests can appreciate the atmosphere of the old town with traditional houses.
Moving from Takaoka city to the port in Kanazawa
We will move from Takaoka city to the port.
Ending Point
The port in front of the cruise ship in Kanazawa
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
*Guide fee
*Car transportation, 5-seater minivan, Suzuki Solio Bandit
*Petrol fee
*Highway toll fee
*Parking fee
*Insurance fee for accidents
*Admission fee for facilities
*Meals
Tour Important Information
*The guide will recommend highlights in the area.
*This tour can be customized based on the guests' preferences.
Important message from the supplier
Please contact me for a customized tour request.
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
About Tour Guide Yuta W.
I live in Takaoka city in Toyama area, right next to Kanazawa area.
I know the Hokuriku region has lots of attractive points, so I live in here.
But these area are still developing area for sightseeing because it is a little difficult to see around by yourselves especially when you come for the first time.
Since I moved into this area, I've been working as a guide in this region.
So why don't you join my tour when you come to the Hokuriku region?
Reviews
Dominik B.
“Great trip with an amazing host”
We had a blast with Yuta. He was perfectly on time and picked up us at the hotel. He knows the area very well, is a very polite and friendly young man. We learned a lot going around Shirakawa -Go and Gokayama and enjoyed our time with him very much. Thank you very much!
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Yuta W.
Thank you for joining the tour! Guests are very kind and interested in Japanese culture, so I also enjoyed with them. We visited Shirakawa-go first. I also wanted them to appreciate Gokayama, so we visited both Suganuma and Ainokura villages after Shirakawa-go. We communicated with locals and were able to had a good time. Please come back to Japan in the future! Arigato gozaimasita!
Sabrina Y.
“Flexible, scenic, off the beaten path”
Yuta accommodated my last-minute request to drop by the traditional medicine shop before heading for the Great Buddha. We also managed to visit a brand new observation bridge for viewing Mt Tateyama before learning more about the history of copper casting in the historic district of Takaoka. The owners were kind enough to show us around their workshops and explain the process, so it was quite educational. The castle area with all the cherry blossoms and the coastline were both very beautiful. Recommended for folks who have specific interests or want a scenic and relaxing day away from the usual tourist hotspots. Personally, I would've appreciated more suggestions on available options and local attractions.
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Yuta W.
Thank you for joining the tour! We started Toyama station and went the Ikedaya Yasube pharmacy and experienced making medicine pills. On the way to Takaoka, we visited the brand new bridge "Kureha foot path", and we could see the scenery great view of Tateyama mountain range. It was the perfect day to go to the observatory. In Takaoka, we visited Takaoka great Buddha, cafe, Takaoka old castle park, Kanayamachi town, and Amaharashi coast. It was the best day for seeing cherry blossoms and Mt. Tateyama, so I chose those spots this time, but I wish I could have offered a few more options. I would like to make this clear. Thank you!
Liz F.
“Cultural and immersive tours ”
First time for a day visit to Toyama. We were visiting from a cruse ship. Yuta and his driver Taka met us promptly at the meeting place. He had planned some interesting activities to learn about the real Japan. This included tours of places of worship, rituals and explanations. We went to see artisans at work making ceremonial bowls and kimonos. We were the only tourists there. It was a personal experience. Yuta’s English was exceptional. We talked about Japanese food and he even took us to the supermarket to buy ingredients. The vehicle was excellent and Yuta really goes out of his way to make the experience unique. Would recommend.
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Yuta W.
I was really glad to meet you guys! I planned unique experience for you this time. That ceremonial bowls is called "Keisu" in Japanese. In the sewing class, they came to welcome you and wear Kimono for the presentation even not on the lesson day, voluntarily. They were very happy that you wore Kimono and you said it was tasty Match tea. Those seasonings from the supermarket would be nice for cooking after coming back to your county.We all really appreciate you came to Takaoka area! Please come back in the future!
$251/ per group
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