I am originally from Kanazawa and I would like to tailor your Kanazawa tour only for you. Kanazawa is different from cosmopolitan cities like Tokyo and Osaka, but you can see well preserved Japanese culture and history. Please feel free to contact me what you want to visit and see. I will make an itenerary based on your request. Here is my propsosed itinerary but I am very flexible on it.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel or JR Kanazawa station
Omicho Market
Kenrokuen Garden
Kenrokuen in Kanazawa is justifiably classified as one of Japan's "three most beautiful landscape gardens" alongside Mito's Kairakuen and Okayama's Korakuen. The spacious grounds used to be the outer garden of Kanazawa Castle and were constructed by the ruling Maeda family over a period of nearly two centuries. Opened to the public in 1871, Kenrokuen features a variety of flowering trees which provide the garden with a different look for each season.
Kanazawa Castle Park
Kanazawa Castle was the residence of the Maeda clan, feudal rulers of the Kaga Domain (modern-day southern Ishikawa Prefecture). The first clan lord, Maeda Toshiie, entered the fortifications in 1583 and began rebuilding an impressive castle there. Kanazawa Castle had a large keep, multiple turrets and a palace, but the structures were destroyed by fires in 1602, 1631, and 1759. The oldest surviving structure is Kanazawa Castle Park’s symbolic Ishikawa-mon, built in 1788. the Hishi Yagura, Gojukken Nagaya, and the Hashizume-mon Tsuzuki Yagura have been faithfully reproduced based on old drawings and documents, making it an ideal location to experience a Japanese castle.
Lunch break
Please let me know if you have any food allergies, dietary restrictions, and preferences with your budget. Teppanyaki, Udon, Ramen, Curry rice, highend Omakase and so on.
Nagamachi Samurai District & Nomura house
Nagamachi was a samurai district located at the foot of the former Kanazawa Castle, where samurai and their families used to reside. The area preserves a historic atmosphere with its remaining residences, earthen walls, private entrance gates, narrow lanes and water canals.
One of the main attractions of the district is the centrally located Nomura-ke, a restored samurai residence displaying the lifestyle and artifacts of the era when samurai were prosperous.
Higashi Tea House Street
A chaya (lit. teahouse) is an exclusive type of restaurant where guests are entertained by geisha who perform song and dance. During the Edo Period (1603 - 1868), chaya were found in designated entertainment districts, usually just outside the city limits. You may want tp try a gold leaf workshops at a gallery for a hands-on experience
Ending Point
At your hotel or JR Kanazawa station
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee up to 8 participants,
¥2,000 for transportations for guide(including round trip fare from home to your hotel)
Costs for foods & drink (around 2,000 yen per person) for you and guide, entrance fee for you and the guide.
-Kenrokuen 320yen per person, free for above 65 years old with ID.
-Nomura House 550yen per person. No entrance fee for the guide.
Transportation for participants (around 800 yen per person)
Please note that above costs are needed on the day of the tour.
We mainly use public bus and our own feet. However, if you prefer taking a taxi or renting a car with professional driver, please feel free to ask.
If you have food restrictions or allergies, please feel free to tell me.
Walking distance per tour.
Walking only: 10-12km walk
Walking and bus 7-8km walk
Walking and taxi 5-6km walk
Hello,
I'm Yoji, based in Kanazawa.
I spent my formative years in Kanazawa and pursued my master's degree in the United States. Having lived in Washington D.C. and California for six years, I then resided and worked in China and various Southeast Asian countries. My passion lies in exploring new destinations and connecting with people worldwide. Now, it's my turn to extend the same hospitality I've received to you. I specialize in crafting personalized tours tailored to your interests and preferences. If you're a food enthusiast, you've come to the right place. For those seeking to delve into Japan's rich history and culture, I highly recommend joining my full-day tour in Kanazawa. Additionally, I offer tours to Shirakawago and Takayama. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey together.
Rhoda K.
“Highlights of Kanazawa”
We got off our ship earlier than expected, but Yoji was there. What a wonderful day. The Kanazawa Kanagawa Castle and Park were absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed our walk through the market, the Samurai district and the Geisha district. Yoji certainty knows his hometown well. He also selected a delicious soba shop for our lunch. Like Yoji, the owner/chef was a unforgettable personality. Yoji is the best!!!
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for such a great review and comment! I had a great time with you in the tour. I enjoyed listening about Hawaii and California. Yes, Soba noodle was great! I hope you enjoyed your stay in Japan. Take good care of yourself. Best regards, Yoji
Regina S.
“Excellent experience. ”
Yoji was an incredible guide for us: punctual, knowledgeable, respectful, accommodating… he took us to places we were interested in, and even when one of us wanted lunch, he took her to the excellent sushi place, helped to order.. while she was dining he took others shopping, assisting in finding the souvenirs we specifically were looking for. We had an incredible time, and it’s all thanks to Yoji.
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for such a great review! I had a wonderful time with 3 of you! It was very short time but I hope you enjoyed the day with me and the rest of your stay in Japan. Have a safe back home. Best regards, Yoji
Sandra S.
“Fantastic day”
We had a wonderful trip with Yoji. In advance of our visit, we put together a lovely itinerary, seeing everything we wanted to. Our trip was not rushed and Yoji gave us just the right amount of information. Yojis English was very good so it was easy to have a conversation with him Thanks Yoji for a great day!
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for today—it was such a great time. The weather was perfect, with blue skies, snowy mountains, and cherry blossoms all coming together. Days like this don’t happen often in a whole year. I’m really happy I got to show you Shirakawa-go and Kanazawa on such a beautiful day. Enjoy the rest of your trip in Japan!
$383/ per group