This tour is designed for clients to indulge in the rich food culture of Kanazawa, savoring its fresh ingredients and seafood. I will handle lunch and dinner reservations, ensuring a delightful gastronomic journey for you. Just as one wouldn't leave Paris without enjoying its art, departing Kanazawa without savoring its gastronomy would be a missed opportunity. I'll tailor the tour to your preferences, so let me suggest the perfect itinerary for you.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Meet at your hotel
- Please let me know your hotel information or where you would like to meet. Do not eat a big breakfast at your hotel, please!
Cultural Walking Tour
I would tailor the tour based on your request among the following destinations.
Destinations: Kenrokuen garden, Kanazawa castle park, Samurai residential area and Nomura house, and Higashi Chaya.
Sushi for Lunch
I will book the restaurant based on your request. If you don't have allergies and alow me to take care of it, I would book Sushi restaurant for lunch and Omakase for dinner
Walking Cultural Tour
We would go to a few destinations among Kenrokuen, Kanazawa castle park, Samurai residential area and Nomura house, Higashi chaya(Geisha street), a nd Sake brewery visit.
Ending Point
18:00 Dinner
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee, pickup and drop off at your hotel or the station, reservation for your restaurant for lunch and dinner.
- Lunch (30-50USD per person) for both guide and participants
- Dinner (100-200USD per person) for participants. (the guide can take you to the restaurant but not necesary for the guide to join. If you prefer a private dinner, the guide will go home and the tour will end at the restaurant. If you are welcoming to the guide to join the dinner, please feel free to ask the guide.
- Participant's entrance fee for any tourist facilities such as Nomura house, Kenrokuen, and so on.
Nomura house: 550yen per person
Kenrokuen: 320yen per person
-Lunch would cost around 30-50USD per person. Dinner would be 100-200USD per person depending on which restaurant and how much you order drinks. This guide fee INCLUDES guide fee, pickup and drop off. The fee EXCLUDES lunch and dinner fee. You pay by yourself when you go to the restaurant.
-This tour will last approximately 7-8 hours.
-I will handle reservations for lunch and dinner. Whether the guide joins you for meals is up to your discretion. If not, please inform me in advance. For lunch together or dinner alone, please let us know beforehand.
-Sightseeing will take place outside of lunch and dinner times. Please let me know in advance whether you would like to include a visit to a sake brewery.
-We plan to visit tourist spots such as Kenrokuen Garden and samurai residences, but please inform us beforehand if you have any preferences.
- Please let me know if you have food allergies or food restrictions.
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.
Debbie C.
“Awesome Guide!”
Having Yoji as our guide in Kanazawa was the best decision we made on this trip! My family and I was a group of 6 and were fortunate enough to have Yoji show us around the city. He was so accommodating, patient, caring, and informative. Originally the tour was a walking tour but we requested a private car and Yoji made it happen. We were able to fit in all the destinations we wanted to see and although it was a packed day, we did not feel rushed at all. Coming into Kanazawa, we did not have have much expectations and Yoji made this trip memorable. He walked with us to each site, gave us the history and info about each place, but also never once rushed us. He ate with us, he made reservations for dinner for us, gave us recommendations, I can go on and on. He understood what my family liked and did his best to accommodate us. He even found a local sushi restaurant to accommodate our group because we wanted a sit-down place to eat. At the market, we tried the fresh scallops -- it was soooooo delicious. He even bought us some fried puffer fish to try and paid it out of his own pocket. These were items we would have never tried had it not been for his suggestion. My 5 star review is just another of the same because how can anyone give him anything less? He is simply the best. Yoji, thank you so much for taking the time to show my family and I around your city. Thank you also for your kindness in helping us around the train station! We wish you and your family the best in your next endeavors!
Yoji K.
Debbie san, Thank you so much for such a kind and heartfelt review. It truly means a lot to me. I had a wonderful time as well and genuinely enjoyed every moment we shared. First of all, thank you for taking the time to visit Kanazawa, and for choosing me as your guide. Just reading your comments fills me with gratitude and reminds me how rewarding this job can be. If the tour became even a small part of your memorable experience, that makes me incredibly happy. Thank you again for giving me such a precious opportunity. Kind regards, Yoji
Suzanne C.
“Wonderful day with Yoji”
We had a wonderful day with Yoji in Kanazawa. he was a great guide and we all learned a lot. On top of being a fabulous guide, he was very helpful in assisting some of our group navigate Japan. I will contact him again for further group tours.
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for such a great review on my tour. I had a great time with you. I hope all of you enjoyed the day with me and the rest of your stay in Japan including Awaji. I hope to see you again!
Brandan Z.
“Yoji is an excellent guide!”
Yoji was excellent —super friendly, thoughtful, and incredibly knowledgeable! He took us to all the best sites in Kanazawa and gave us additional info to bring everything to life. When we finished early he helped us do our laundry and explore our neighborhood a bit. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend a tour with Yoji if you’re visiting Kanazawa!
Yoji K.
Thank you for such a great review and comment! I had a wonderful time today with you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and information too! The weather was perfect today. I hope you enjoy the rest of your journey in Kyoto! Take good care! Yoji
$345/ per group