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Kanazawa Private Tour - Shirakawago view from the hill
Shirakawago view from the hill
Kanazawa Private Tour - Spring visit
Spring visit
Kanazawa Private Tour - One of the house inside
One of the house inside
Kanazawa Private Tour - Spring visit
Spring visit
Kanazawa Private Tour - Shirakawago view from the hill
Shirakawago view from the hill
Kanazawa Private Tour - Shirakawago view from the hill
Shirakawago view from the hill
Kanazawa Private Tour - Sake brewery in Takayama
Sake brewery in Takayama
Kanazawa Private Tour - Jinya in Takayama
Jinya in Takayama
Kanazawa Private Tour - Famous Beef sushi in Takayama
Famous Beef sushi in Takayama
Kanazawa Private Tour - Spring festival in Takayama
Spring festival in Takayama
Kanazawa Private Tour - TOYOTA Crown
TOYOTA Crown
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Kanazawa Private Tour -
Kanazawa Private Tour -
Kanazawa Private Tour -
Kanazawa Private Tour -
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【PRIVATE CAR TOUR】A full day tour to UNESCO World Heritage, SHIRAKAWAGO & TAKAYAMA - NO CASH NEEDED

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

Joined 2023

Yoji K.
5.00 / 5
(92 reviews)
Identity Verified
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Kanazawa
Chinese (Simplified), English
9 hours
Private tour (only you and Yoji K.)
Up to 6 people

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawago, renowned for its breathtaking Gassho-style thatched-roof houses, offering a glimpse into Japan's rural life and traditions. Then we go to Takayama boasting a beautifully preserved Edo Period historical center called 'Sannomachi'. Wander its charming streets lined with Edo Period buildings housing museums, galleries, sake breweries, and craft shops. Immerse yourself in 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

09:30 AM

Shirakawago

Explore Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its charming Gassho-style thatched-roof houses. This picturesque village offers a glimpse into traditional Japanese rural life. In addition to its winter allure, with snow-covered landscapes, Shirakawa-go captivates visitors with stunning natural beauty in spring, lush greenery in summer, and vibrant foliage in autumn. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage of Shirakawa-go throughout the year.

12:30 PM

Lunch break

Please let me know about the following information.

- Food allergies or food restrictions if you have.

- Budget for lunch (15USD~/ 30USD~/above 50USD)

-Food preference (Simple and casual lunch, regional famous food like, hida beef, anything else)

02:00 PM

Takayama

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.

04:00 PM

Depart for Kanazawa

Ending Point

Arrive 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

- Guiding fee

- Pickup and drop off at your hotel,

- Car & car related cost such as its gas, tolls and parking fee.

- Entrance fee for a house in Shirakawago, and bus to observatory in Shirakawago


Car type: Toyota Crown sedan type


If you are more than 3, a Mini van will be prepared. If you prefer a mini van, plese feel free to message me.

What‘s not included

- Meals and drinks

- Entrance fee except those mentioned above.

Tour Important Information

1, This tour starts at Kanazawa and ends up at Kanazawa. I will pick you up at your hotel. I can drop you off at Takayama if your next destination is Takayama. however, the price will remain the same since the guide needs to go back to Kanazawa.


2, I am a guide but also a private diver during this tour. The tour fee includes guiding fee, pickup fee, car, highway tolls, parking lot and gas.

No meals and drinks in this tour. You can pay them by credit card.


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

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
(92 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

“Great way to spend the day with a wonderful guide”

Our group met Yoji as planned at the cruise terminal and we promptly made our way through the countryside to Shirakawago. Although it was slightly rainy, it did not disappoint. We enjoyed all the activities of the day and also visiting Takayama and having a wonderful lunch. The scenery is so peaceful and well worth the trip from the coast. We would highly recommend Yoji as guide.

Evelyn F.

Yoji K.

Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed Shirakawago, Takayama, the beautiful countryside, and lunch despite the rainy weather. It was a real pleasure spending the day with your group, and I’m glad the trip from the coast was worthwhile. Thank you again for your recommendation, and I hope you all have many more wonderful memories in Japan! Yoji

“A Wonderful Day in Kanazawa with Yogi!”

We had a wonderful day exploring Kanazawa with Yogi! He was an excellent guide for our group of 5 —informative, easy to understand, and very hospitable. He shared so much about the places we visited and helped us appreciate the city’s history and culture. Our tour included Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, the samurai residential district and Nomura Samurai House, and Higashi Chaya, the historic geisha district. We really enjoyed seeing the beautiful gardens, and exploring the castle and samurai houses was a highlight for me. Learning about how people lived and the culture of that time made these visits especially interesting. Higashi Chaya was also a very pleasant place to walk around, take in the atmosphere, and enjoy the traditional surroundings. The itinerary offered a lovely combination of history, culture, and beautiful scenery. Yogi’s warm hospitality and the information he shared made our day memorable. We felt very welcome and truly enjoyed having him introduce us to Kanazawa. We would highly recommend him to anyone visiting the city. Thank you, Yogi, for giving us such a wonderful day!

Ralph R.

Yoji K.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure showing you around Kanazawa, and I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the history, culture, and beautiful scenery. I truly enjoyed spending the day with your group and hope you have many more great memories in Japan! Yoji

“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!

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