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Kanazawa Private Tour - Geisha street at night
Geisha street at night
Kanazawa Private Tour - Geisha street at night
Geisha street at night
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Waling Geisha in tea street
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Asano River
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Kenrokuen garden
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21st century museum
Kanazawa Private Tour - Kenrokuen Garden Illumination in Winter
Kenrokuen Garden Illumination in Winter
Kanazawa Private Tour - Kenrokuen Garden in Winter
Kenrokuen Garden in Winter
Kanazawa Private Tour - Handmade ball called Kaga Temari
Handmade ball called Kaga Temari
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Cozy street in Kanazawa
Kanazawa Private Tour - Cherry blossoms in Kanazawa April 2024
Cherry blossoms in Kanazawa April 2024
Kanazawa Private Tour - old street along the river
old street along the river
Kanazawa Private Tour - Praying at shrine
Praying at shrine
Kanazawa Private Tour - Cherry blossoms in Kanazawa April 2024
Cherry blossoms in Kanazawa April 2024
Kanazawa Private Tour - Cherry blossoms in Kanazawa April 2024
Cherry blossoms in Kanazawa April 2024
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Kanazawa Must-See Places One Day Tour - NO CASH NEEDED

Highlights
Kanazawa Tour Guide - Yoji K.

Joined 2023

Yoji K.
5.00 / 5
(95 reviews)
Identity Verified
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Kanazawa
Chinese (Simplified), English
7 hrs 30 mins
Private tour (only you and Yoji K.)
Up to 8 people

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.

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel or JR Kanazawa station

09:20 AM

Omicho Market

10:20 AM

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.

11:20 AM

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.

12:30 PM

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.

02:00 PM

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.

03:30 PM

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

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 fee

Entrance fee for Kenrokuen, Kanzawa castle park, and Samurai house.

What‘s not included

Meals and drinks

Entrance fee except those above mentioned

Transportation fee if needed such as taxi and bus.

Tour Important Information

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 15,000steps - 20,000 steps

Walking and bus 7-8km walk 15,000 steps or less

Walking and taxi 5-6km walk 10,000 steps or less

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
Kanazawa Tour Guide - Yoji K.

Joined 2023

Yoji K.
5.00 / 5
(95 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Yoji K.


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.

Reviews

“Wonderful tour for our 8 person group. ”

Yioji did a great job of organizing our tour for eight people while we were in port. He took us to very interesting sites and was very good about describing what we were seeing. Everyone in our group complimented his ability as a guide and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day. We would all recommend him highly for anyone interested in touring this region.

Carl S.

Yoji K.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure showing your group around, and I’m delighted to hear that everyone enjoyed the day. I truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation. Hope to see you all again in Japan!

“A Fantastic Day with Yoji – A Wonderful Guide for the Whole Family!”

We had a fantastic day with Yoji! He was incredibly kind, helpful, and knowledgeable, making the whole experience both enjoyable and enriching. The tour was fascinating, well organised, and varied, with plenty of interesting insights along the way. Yoji made us feel very welcome, and our teenage kids really enjoyed spending the day with him, too! We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Kanazawa.

Raffaella Z.

Yoji K.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure spending the day with you and your family. I’m especially happy to hear that your teenage kids enjoyed the tour as well! I truly enjoyed showing you around Kanazawa and sharing its history and culture with you. Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. I hope our paths cross again someday in Japan!

“Yoji K is an Excellent Driver and Guide”

Really commend Yoji K who picked us up at Fukui and drove us through to Kanazawa on a full day one way Private Explore Fukui, Eiheiji temple and knife village Tour. We were 2 couples travelling with our luggage. Nothing was a problem for Yoji. His communication was fabulous, car was clean and comfortable and Yoji shared lots of local knowledge. My only concern was not with Yoji it was with gowithguide in that they would not release Yoji contact till the day prior to our tour which left us very uncomfortable. Would recommend gowithguide review their policy.

Donna meadsbarlow D.

Yoji K.

Dear Donna san, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure spending the day with all four of you and showing you around Fukui. I’m glad you enjoyed the tour and felt comfortable throughout the journey. I also appreciate your feedback regarding the contact details. Thank you again, and I hope to see you all in Japan someday! Yoji

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