Let's discover the city's rich cultural heritage and travel back to the feudal era as we explore Kanazawa's well preserved historical districts. We will stroll around the former Samurai district with its typical walls and visit a Samurai residence before continuing our journey towards Higashi Chaya, one of Kanazawa's 3 Geisha districts. we'll learn about the geisha culture and enjoy a traditional Matcha tea with sweets in one of the historic Tea houses.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
your accommodation or any place in the city center
Nagamachi Samurai district
Our adventure begins in Nagamachi, a district frozen in time, where the legacy of the samurai comes to life. We will visit the well preserved Nomura House with its beautiful garden.
Oyama Shrine
We’ll make a brief stop at Oyama Shrine, dedicated to the powerful Maeda family. Oyama Jinja is one of the most popular Shrines for Locals.
Castle park
Nestled in the heart of Kanazawa, the castle was home to the Maeda family who ruled over the region during the Edo period.
Kazuemachi
Next on our itinerary is Kazuemachi, a district that encapsulates the grace and charm of Kanazawa's geisha culture. We will walk along the picturesque Asanogawa River, lined with beautifully preserved teahouses and merchant residences.
Higashi Chaya
Our tour concludes in Higashi Chaya, one of Kanazawa's most iconic and enchanting districts. Beside the traditional teahouses, we will learn why Kanazawa is the “Goldleaf capital” of Japan.
Ending Point
Any place in the city center or your accommodation
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
guide fee
Hotel meet-up
Entrance to Nomura house
Entrance to Shima house
Matcha + Wagashi
guide transportation and lunch (if needed)
transportation and lunch (if needed)
Insurance
personal expenses
* 100% customisable private tour
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Liability Disclaimer and Waiver:
Please read this document carefully before participating in the walking tour. By joining the tour, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined below:
1- Assumption of Risk:
I understand that participating in a walking tour involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to accidents, injuries, or incidents that may arise from walking in urban or natural environments.
2- Health and Fitness:
I certify that I am physically capable of participating in the walking tour and that I have no medical conditions or physical limitations that would prevent me from safely taking part.
3- Responsibility for Personal Belongings:
I understand that I am responsible for my personal belongings during the walking tour and that the guide is not liable for any loss, theft, or damage to my personal property.
4- Release of Liability:
In consideration of being allowed to participate in the walking tour, I hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue the guide from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage, injury, or harm that may occur during or as a result of my participation in the walking tour, including but not limited to negligence or any other act or omission.
5- Severability:
If any provision of this waiver is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
By participating in the walking tour, I acknowledge that I have carefully read and fully understand the terms of this Liability Disclaimer and Waiver, and I voluntarily agree to be bound by its terms and conditions.
Hi, everyone! I'm Lucy, and I'm happy to share a bit about myself with you. Originally from the south of France, my career in fashion and costume design took me across both France and Germany. However, in 2019, my husband’s career brought us to the enchanting city of Kanazawa, and it didn’t take long for this beautiful place to capture my heart.
Over time, Kanazawa has become much more than my adopted home—it’s a city I’ve come to truly adore. Becoming a tour guide here has been a deeply fulfilling journey, giving me the chance to meet incredible people from all over the world and share the rich culture, history, and hidden treasures of this incredible city.
When I’m not guiding tours, I enjoy exploring Kanazawa’s lesser-known gems, delving into pottery and crafts, or hiking through the stunning natural landscapes nearby.
My goal is not just to guide you through Kanazawa, but to create a meaningful connection and share the beauty and inspiration I’ve found in this special place. I can’t wait to explore it with you!
“Interesting tour”
We very much enjoyed having Lucy as our guide. Lucy is very knowledgable and gave us an excellent overview of Kanazawa. We would highly recommend a tour with her.
Lucy F.
Thank you very much for your great review and kind words. It was a pleasure to show you around Kanazawa. Safe travels, enjoy the rest of your trip and all the best to you two
Barbara A.
Full Day Gokayama / Kanazawa in 7 hours
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“A wonderful day in Kanazawa with Lucy”
We were a group of 8 adults all 60+ who all thoroughly enjoyed our day with Lucy as our guide. The Kenrokuen gardens are a must see. The Ainokura site was also a highlight. Lucy was flexible with any change we needed to make and very informative as our guide. She connected well with everyone and made it a special day for us all.
Lucy F.
Dear Barbara and friends, thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure to show you Kanazawa’s beautiful gardens and the charming Ainokura village. I wish you the best cruising around Japan and hope to meet again one day, in Kanazawa or Australia.
“Excellent Kanazawa 101 tour ”
My husband and I had a wonderful time with Lucy this morning. Since she is from Europe, her tour is perfectly aligned with our (US) perspective and interests, and she speaks perfect English! Also she is super friendly and has a great knowledge of Kanazawa and Japanese history and culture. We learned so much from her while are not overwhelmed by too much information that could happen for a scholastic tour guide. So we highly recommend her if you are interested in Kanazawa 101 tour!
Lucy F.
Thank you Debra for your kind review. It was a pleasure to spend the morning with you and your husband and I wish you a wonderful time in Kanazawa and Japan. All the best, Lucy
$253/ per group