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Kanazawa Private Tour - Takayama Old Town
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【PRIVATE CAR TOUR】1 Day tour to Takayama and small old town, Hida Furukawa, from Kanazawa

Day Trip
Car Tour (driving guide)
Kanazawa Tour Guide - Yoji K.

Joined 2023

Yoji K.
5.00 / 5
(90 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks
Kanazawa
Chinese (Simplified), English
9 hours
Private tour (only you and Yoji K.)
Up to 6 people

Nestled in Central Japan's mountains, Takayama boasts a beautifully preserved Edo Period (1603-1868) historical center, known as the ‘Sannomachi’. This charming old town, once a thriving merchant hub, showcases skilled craftsmanship in its Edo Period buildings. Visitors can wander its narrow streets lined with black-fronted buildings housing museums, galleries, sake breweries, and craft shops, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking Japan's rich history and traditional charm.

Itinerary

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

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

- I will pick you up at your hotel in Kanazawa city.

10:20 AM

Arrive at / Walk in Takayama

We will spend 3 hours including lunch.

We visit Jinya, Old street, Sake brewery, and Onoya soy sauce shop

12:30 PM

Lunch break

Please let me know if you have any allergies, dietary restrictions, or food preference with your budget.

02:30 PM

Hida Furukawa

Hida Furukawa: A Timeless Castle Town

Hida Furukawa is a picturesque castle town known for its white-walled storehouses and traditional wooden townhouses. Along the Seto River, the Shirakabe Dozogai Street offers a serene view of colorful koi fish swimming in crystal-clear waters. Renowned for its master craftsmanship, the town preserves its rich woodworking heritage. Every year on April 19-20, the vibrant Furukawa Festival captivates visitors with its powerful Okoshi Daiko drumming and elegant festival floats. With its peaceful atmosphere and deep cultural heritage, Hida Furukawa is a hidden gem where history and tradition come to life.

03:30 PM

Depart for Kanazawa

Ending Point

Arrive at Kanazawa and drop you off at your hotel

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

The guiding fee, pickup and drop off at your hotel, Car and car related fees such as fuel, highway tolls, and parking fee.

What‘s not included

Entrance fee for both participants and the guide

Hida Furukawa Festival Hall 700 yen per person


Lunch for both participants and the guide.

Tour Important Information

The tour duration would be 9 hours, starting from Kanazawa and ending at Kanazawa. I will be the guide but also your private driver.


Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies, other dietary restrictions or food preferences.


This tour includes the guiding fee, pickup and drop off, a private car with driver, gas, highway tolls, and parking fees.


This tour excludes lunch and entrance fee for both participants and the guide.


This tour doesn't take you to Shirakawago but it is negotiable to go to both Takayama and Shirakawago in this tour. The total cost would be changed. Please contact me if you are interested in visiting both sites.


Thank you,

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
(90 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

Kanazawa: A great destination with an excellent guide

The one-day tour of Kanazawa with Yoji K. is an excellent way to see the city's historical treasures. Kanazawa may not receive the same amount of press as Kyoto, but its historical sites are remarkably well-maintained. Because the major attractions are all within walking distance of each other, it is easy to see a lot of the city in a single day. In our opinion, the sites here are just as impressive as those in other major tourist destinations.Yoji is a knowledgeable and professional guide who shares interesting historical context at each stop along the way. In addition to the sightseeing, he introduced us to great local restaurants, including an excellent spot in the fish market to try the local seafood. He also provided helpful recommendations for other towns on our itinerary, one of which ended up being our favorite stop of our entire trip.

Dawn C.

Yoji K.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed Kanazawa, its history, and the local food. It was a pleasure spending the day with you, and I’m especially glad my recommendations helped make your trip even more memorable. Hope to see you again in Japan!

Amazing guide!

We had the most wonderful day in Kanazawa with Yoji. His English was exceptional and his knowledge extraordinary. We had booked him for 7.5 hours and were worried it would be too long, but the day flew by. Yoji just strolled around the city taking us through the castle, the amazing gardens, the best coffee so far in Japan and we finally found examples of the no nails building techniques, which are just brilliant. Through the Geisha district, then the Samurai district, viewing original Samurai homes from a foot solider to the head of Samurai armies. He took us to a local soba noodle restaurant for an amazing lunch, plus a lot of fascinating little shops that you would normally disregard or walk by. It was the most memorable day, made so by a wonderful human, that has given us an insight into the Japanese culture, both past and present that will remain with us for a long time. The weather was also perfect, so a beautiful way to bring our Japanese holiday to a close.

Jann D.

Yoji K.

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It was truly a pleasure spending the day with you in Kanazawa. I’m very happy to hear that the tour became such a memorable part of your Japan trip. I also enjoyed our conversations and sharing both the history and everyday culture of Japan with you. Wishing you safe travels home, and I hope our paths cross again someday. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart. Yoji

Five Stars for Unforgettable tours in Kanazawa with Yoji

My group and I hired Yoji for three separate tours had an absolutely wonderful time exploring Kanazawa and area with him as our guide. His English is flawless and he is attentive, thoughtful and knowledgeable about his city. He shared so much enlightening information - beautifully weaving historical context, local traditions and fascinating details into every stop along the way. We felt completely taken care of and came away with a much deeper appreciation for Kanazawa. Five stars without hesitation. I am crossing my fingers to tour with him again!

Natasha M.

Yoji K.

Thank you so much for the amazing review — I really appreciate it! I had such a great time spending those three days with you as well. It was truly a pleasure, and I’m so glad we got to share such a fun and memorable experience together. Yoji

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