Private Kanazawa Highlights 6hours
Joined 2018
Kanazawa was a flourished castle town based on a Samurai culture.
You can see a mixture of traditional culture and modern city.
We will visit the highlights of Kanazawa in 6 hours.
Depending on your interests, we will visit three or four attractions of Kanazawa within the tour.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Kanazawa or at Kanazawa Station
- We will meet at your hotel lobby.
Nagamachi Bukeyashiki(Samurai District)
The Nagamachi Samurai District in Kanazawa is a well-preserved historic area that offers a glimpse into the lives of samurai during the Edo period. We will visit Nomura Family Residence and stroll the area.
Kanazawa Castle Park
Kanazawa Castle Park is a historic and scenic site.
We will walk through the castle park and Gyokuseninmaru Garden.
Kenroku-en Garden
One of the three best beautiful Gardens in Japan.
Enjoy strolling the garden.
Lunch
We will have Lunch at local restaurant.
Higashi Chaya District
One of the biggest geisha district in Kanazawa.
Stroll the area and enjoy the atmosphere.
Gold leaf shops, Japanese sweets shops, crafts shops.
Visit Geisha house "Shima"
Ending Point
At your hotel in Kanazawa
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, private transportation and hotel pick-up(only in Kanazawa)
public transportation fees (210Yen per ride), Entrance fees (around1,500 Yen / person)
Lunch(1000 to 2000 Yen) Tea( 600 to 1000Yen)
If you prefer to use a taxi, the fee will be paid by customer.
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
We have a lot of rain throughout a year here in Kanazawa, so please be prepared umbrella in case of unstable weather.
Depending on the weather, we may change the visiting spot.
The tour itinerary may be changed by your hotel location.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Yukari S.
Hi! I'm Yukari.
I'm a government licensed guide of Kanazawa city.(Kanazawa Visitor's Host)
I was originally born and raised in Toyama prefecture.
I had moved 2 times within Hokuriku region in my childhood for my fathers job.
I've been living in Ishikawa for 16 years in total.(4years in my childhood and 12years since I married. )
I have a family of 4.
I'm raising 2boys and have 2dogs.
I love animals, nature, music, photos, camping, and good food.
So if you feel that I might have a similar taste with you, my tour will bring you a satisfied explore.
Here in Kanazawa, tourists have been increasing in number since the opening of Hokuriku Shinkansen in 2015. Many of foreign tourists are walking around throughout the city holding their smartphone by hand.
Every time I see those people, I felt that I might be able to do something which make their trip more memorable.
This is the reason why I took the license of Kanazawa Visitor's Host and started a local tour guide.
Although I've just started as a tour guide in 2018,I sincerely enjoy making a personalized plan that every single guest would be able to make the day here in Kanazawa perfectly.
I have ever lived in
Toyama, Fukui, Ishikawa, Chiba, Tokyo (Japan),and Toronto (Canada).
I have ever been to USA (Seattle, LA, CA, NY) Australia (Cairns) New Zealand(Auckland) Korea, China, and Canada (many cities).
Let's go for Kanazawa tour just for you!
Please feel free to contact me if you have any inquiries.
Yukari
Reviews
Aiko O.
“Great tour in Kanazawa”
Yukari-san guided my clients around Kanazawa for a day. There was a bit of a mix-up when they met in the morning, but she handled it smoothly, and my clients seemed to really enjoy the tour. Thank you for showing them Kanazawa’s beautiful gardens and sharing its rich history. She’s a fantastic guide, and I’d definitely love to work with her again for future tours!
Yukari S.
Thank you for your warm review. I couldn’t make it without your help. I am really happy to know that they have enjoyed the tour. I also appreciate your fantastic offer! :)
Colleen R.
“Lovely and adaptable guide”
Yukari is a delightful guide. It was a very snowy day but Yukari made it work, was adaptable and flexible so that we had a great experience. We would recommend her to anyone wanting a guide to help them see and understand Kanazawa.
Yukari S.
Thank you for the review! It was really “A special day” for all of us. I appreciate that you two had been very cooperative and flexible. Please enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan!
Kathryn Y.
“Beautiful Kanazawa!”
Yukari was very pleasant and made it very convenient to meet at our hotel. She was excellent in providing easy transit via bus to start our planned 6-hour tour with our first destination to Kenroku-en Garden. We couldn't ask for better weather to walk to all of our destinations. We enjoyed the Geisha and Samurai district as we strolled thru, but we hoped for a bit better communication with her English to learn more about the cultures and way of life during this historical period. In addition, we did not expect that the restaurant she proposed was closed that day as we wanted to experience an authentic local Japanese food for lunch. We did end up at a good small Ramen cafe. We expect the guide to call ahead to ensure the lunch plans are set, instead of researching and roaming the area, looking at menus, which caused some delay in our tour. Overall, Yukari is a good guide, and hope this feedback can help improve her tour experiences with English speaking clients.
Yukari S.
Thank you for the review. I sincerely apologize for the lunch that I should've done a better preparation. Also I am deeply sorry for making you all disappointed about my tour. I'll keep doing my best to improve my English skills and knowledge as a professional tour guide. I truly appreciate your time and feedback.
$234/ per group
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