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Hakusan - Private Car Tour with Guide
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Joined 2023
Today, head south of Kanazawa to Hakusan City, a charming area at the foot of Mt. Hakusan that is often overlooked by visitors. Explore the town around its historic shrine, visit local breweries and sweet shops, and sample regional specialties. If you would like to spend more time in nature, there is also the option to venture deeper into the mountains and discover the area's peaceful rural scenery.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or preferred location
- Pick-up is included for hotels located within the city center. If your hotel is outside this area, please contact me for arrangements. *Please note that Kanazawa Port is considered outside the city center.
Shirayama Hime Shrine
This is a more than 2,100-year-old shinto shrine located in Hakusan City. It is the base shrine for Mount Hakusan, a sacred mountain. It is also the head shrine for about 3,000 Hakusan Shrines across Japan. The nature around it is beautiful and peaceful. We will also walk around the town nearby if the weather is good.
Stroll around a charming town
Take a stroll through Tsurugi, a quiet town in Hakusan City with a long history as a gateway to Mt. Hakusan. Wander its charming streets, discover local shops and traditional sweets, and enjoy a slower pace of life surrounded by the natural beauty of the Hakusan foothills.
Shishiku Highlands
Take the gondola to Shishiku Highlands for sweeping views of the Hakusan foothills. Enjoy the peaceful mountain scenery and a refreshing escape into nature just a short distance from town.
Return
Head back to Kanazawa.
Ending Point
At 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
-Guide fee
-Hotel pick-up within Kanazawa City
-Private transportation (Nissan Note)
-Gasoline, toll, and parking fees
-Activity fees (Approx. 1,000 yen/person)
-Lunch (Approx. 2,000 - 3,000 yen/person)
-Personal expenses (souvenirs, snack, drinks, etc.)
Tour Important Information
For safety reasons, I prefer not to drive there in winter, as the area receives heavy snowfall and road conditions can be challenging. Please check with me first if you are planning to visit the village between December and March.
Important message from the supplier
Even if my calendar shows as unavailable, I may still be able to accommodate half-day or evening tours. Please feel free to reach out with an inquiry anytime.
I can also provide guiding services outside Kanazawa upon 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
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Haru G.
Thank you for considering me as your guide! I am excited to become not just your guide, but your friend as we explore Kanazawa together—a city where rich cultural traditions seamlessly blend with modern vibrancy.
Being a native of Ishikawa Prefecture, with Kanazawa as its heart, I have a deep connection to this place. Though I spent several years living in New York, I’ve always carried the spirit of Japan with me. Upon returning to Japan, I immersed myself in the travel industry, gaining over a decade of experience and obtaining my guiding license in 2017 while working for successful inbound travel agencies.
My time abroad has given me a profound appreciation for Japan’s uniqueness, and my passion for sharing its beauty and culture with travelers has only grown stronger. Now, I am eager to share that enthusiasm with you as we explore Japan together, uncovering hidden gems and experiencing its timeless charm.
Reviews
Eric F.
“Lovely Tour of Ishikawa Prefecture”
We had an absolutely wonderful experience exploring Shirakawa-go thanks to our amazing tour guide. From the moment we met, she was friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the history and culture of this beautiful village. She brought the traditional gassho-zukuri houses and the surrounding landscape to life with fascinating stories and insights we never would have discovered on our own. The pace of the tour was perfect—relaxed yet engaging. What really stood out was her attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile, whether it was recommending the best photo spots or answering all our questions with enthusiasm. Thanks to Haru, our visit to Shirakawa-go was not just a sightseeing trip, but a truly memorable cultural experience. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Japan!
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Haru G.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review, Eric. It was truly a pleasure spending the day with you and your family in Shirakawa-go. I hope the memories and photos from Shirakawa-go stay with you for many years to come. Wishing you all the best on your future travels, and I hope our paths cross again someday!
Jenifer V.
“Go With Haru! ”
Haru G. was delightful & professional giving us a comprehensive walking tour of Kanazawa. Haru was patient answering our questions and allowing us time to shop and explore. Her knowledge and history of the samurai district, garden, castle, Omicho market, geisha districts and hidden gems made our day with her extra special and memorable!
Haru G.
Thank you so much for your kind review, Jenifer! I'm happy that you enjoyed exploring Kanazawa with me. It was a pleasure spending the day with you and your family and I hope you will come back to Japan!
Ron S.
“Japan Trip with Granddaughter”
Hanu met us at our hotel in Kanazawa and was waiting in the lobby at the agreed upon meeting time. We had a great time exploring Kanazawa over the next 4 hours as we visited the Geisha District and Samurai District, and explored the local market. Hanu was very flexible with adjusting her planned tour as we had already explored the Kanazawa Castle on our own the day before our tour. I would highly recommend Hanu for you next visit to the Kanazawa area.
Haru G.
Thank you so much for your kind review, Ron! It was a pleasure meeting you and showing you around Kanazawa. I'm glad we were able to adjust the itinerary so you could make the most of your time and explore places you hadn't yet visited. I truly appreciate your recommendation!
$502/ per group
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