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Kanazawa's Historical districts in 4 hours

Art, Culture, & Historical
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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.

Kanazawa Tour Guide - Lucy F.
Lucy F.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
09:00 AM

Meeting Point

your accommodation or any place in the city center

09:20 AM

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.

10:20 AM

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.

10:40 AM

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.

11:30 AM

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.

12:00 PM

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

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What‘s included

guide fee

Hotel meet-up

Entrance to Nomura house

Entrance to Shima house

Matcha + Wagashi

guide transportation and lunch (if needed)

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What‘s not included

transportation and lunch (if needed)

Insurance

personal expenses

Tour Important Information

* 100% customisable private tour

* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.

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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.



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Kanazawa Tour Reviews

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Debra C.

5 / 5
Apr 19, 2024

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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!

Debra C.

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

Wonderful day with an excellent guide

We did a full day tour in Kanawaza with our guide Lucy. We thoroughly enjoyed our day. Our guide was excellent and we had great fun with her. She really cared for our needs and took us around all the main sights. She gave us a real perspective of the city and its people. We definitely recommend her. Gowithguide is also a very good company to deal with.

Rita H.

Thank you so much Rita for your kind words

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Louise G.

5 / 5
Mar 20, 2024

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Informative and relaxing tour

We really enjoyed this tour. Lucy was full of interesting facts and we really enjoyed talking with her. My mother had hurt her knee and Lucy paced the tour around us rather than the set itinerary. We really enjoyed our 1/2 day tour and would highly recommend Lucy.,

Louise G.

Thank you Louise for your kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed the visit as much as I did. It was a pleasure to spend time with you and your mother.

$251/ per group

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