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Joined 2024
Kenzo H.
Available Areas
Kanazawa
Languages
English, Japanese (Native), Spanish
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
About Tour Guide Kenzo H.
My name is Kenzo. I was born, raised, and live in Kanazawa. I was exposed to English for several years while staying in San Diego California, USA. I returned to Kanazawa and worked as a English/Spanish-speaking tour guide. Kanazawa has many delicious foods and wonderful historical and cultural sites. Come and enjoy a wonderful experience in Kanazawa. Your happiness is my happiness.
Me llamo Kenzo. Nací, crecí y vivo en Kanazawa. Estuve expuesto al español durante unos nueve años mientras estudiaba en México y a través del trabajo. Regresé a Kanazawa y presté un servicio de guía turístico en español durante unos nueve años. Kanazawa es el hogar de muchas comidas deliciosas y maravillosas instalaciones culturales históricas. Venganse para disfrutar de una maravillosa experiencia en Kanazawa. Tu alegría es mi alegría.
Important
I am available to work most national holidays and about 50% of Sundays.
Even on weekdays, I can accommodate you if you contact me at least 5 days before the tour date, provided there are no scheduling conflicts. Please contact me first with your preferred dates and times.
Puedo trabajar la mayoría de los días festivos nacionales y alrededor del 50% de los domingos.
Incluso en días laborables, puedo atenderles si se pone en contacto conmigo al menos 5 días antes de la fecha de la visita guiada, siempre y cuando no haya visitas superpuestas. En primer lugar, por favor contacame las fechas y horas deseadas.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Excursión de un día completo a Kanazawa
Kanazawa es una ciudad castillo que se desarrolló alrededor del castillo Kanazawa. Este tour de un día lo llevará a los principales lugares turísticos de Kanazawa. Kanazawa es una ciudad compacta, por lo que pueden recorrerla prácticamente a pie. Podrán sentir la clásica atmósfera japonesa mientras disfrutas del hermoso ambiente de Kanazawa. Hay mucho que ver, pero pueden cambiar el contenido si hay algo más que les gustaría ver. Soy flexibles, así que informenme si tienen alguna solicitud.
Excursión de un día completo a Kanazawa
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Full-day excursion in Kanazawa
Kanazawa is a castle city that developed around Kanazawa Castle. This day tour will take you to Kanazawa's main tourist attractions. Kanazawa is a compact city, so you can explore it almost entirely on foot. You'll experience the classic Japanese atmosphere while enjoying Kanazawa's beautiful ambiance. There's a lot to see, but you can change the itinerary if there's anything else you'd like to see. I'm flexible, so please let me know if you have any requests.
Full-day excursion in Kanazawa
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Un recorrido de medio día para experimentar el mundo de las geishas.
Visitaremos el barrio de Higashi Chaya, el más grande de los tres barrios de Chaya en Kanazawa y el símbolo de Kanazawa. Visiten "Shima" en el barrio de Higashi Chaya y experimenten la atmósfera del entretenimiento de las geishas en el período Edo.
Un recorrido de medio día para experimentar el mundo de las geishas.
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Un recorrido de medio día para experimentar el mundo de samuráis.
Paseen por el antiguo barrio residencial de los samuráis y disfruten de los estrechos callejones y las paredes de barro. Visitaremos la casa de la familia "Nomura", que cuenta con un jardín japonés galardonado con dos estrellas en la Guía Michelin.
Un recorrido de medio día para experimentar el mundo de samuráis.
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Half-day tour in Samurai District
Wander through the old samurai residential quarter and enjoy the narrow alleyways and mud walls. We'll visit the Nomura family house, which boasts a Japanese garden awarded two Michelin stars.
Half-day tour in Samurai District
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Half-day tour in Geisha District
We will visit Higashi Chaya, the largest of Kanazawa's three Chaya districts and a symbol of Kanazawa. Visit the Shima (geisha house) in Higashi Chaya and experience the atmosphere of geisha entertainment during the Edo period.
Half-day tour in Geisha District
Reviews
Cristina A.
“Una persona maravillosa y muy preparada para el recorrido.”
Nis dejamos una mochila en el tren,con el pasaporte y nos ayudó mucho hablando con los de la estación incluso dio su teléfono para que nos avisarsn durante la visita. En cuanto a la visita un 10, de hecho sin el no merecen la pena los barrios.
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Kenzo H.
Hola Christina y Javier, Me sorprendió mucho saber que habías perdido tu mochila con el pasaporte, pero agradecí tu calma después. Creo que pasó como seis horas en el tren después de que la perdieras, así que me alegro de que no te la robaran. Debe ser por tu buena suerte. Me imagino que hacer turismo en Kanazawa con este calor debe haber sido duro. El calor continuará, pero disfruten de su viaje por Japón. Saludos Kenzo
Mehul P.
“Outstanding Private Tour Experience”
We had a fantastic experience with our private tour guide Kenzo. From the start, he was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. The tour felt fully personalized and never rushed. Our guide tailored the day to our family’s interests and shared great insights into the history, culture, and local areas, making everything more engaging. He was punctual, easy to communicate with, and made getting around the city effortless. We also appreciated his restaurant and local recommendations that we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. Most importantly, we really enjoyed spending the day with him. And he made us feel comfortable and welcome, and it felt like exploring the city with a knowledgeable local friend rather than a formal tour. We highly recommend Kenzo for anyone looking for a private, personalized experience, and would happily book again.
Kenzo H.
Dear Mehul, Thank you for your kind comments. You showed a great interest in the history and geography of Kanazawa and Japan, and asked some very insightful questions. While there may have been times I couldn't answer everything, I did my absolute best to ensure you had a great time. I sincerely hope you enjoyed your time in Kanazawa and Japan. Thank you very much with best regards, Kenzo
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