Kanazawa Private Tour

On this private tour of Kanawaza, you'll experience the city with an English-speaking guide and explore Japan's Geishas and Samurais.

Kanazawa Private Tour

At the scheduled time, we will pick you up from your hotel or meet at the tourist information centre in Kanazawa to begin the tour. Our first stop will be Kanazawa train station, showcasing unique Japanese architecture, followed by Omicho Market, a source of local produce since the Edo period. Here, you will find stalls with fish, seafood, fruits, vegetables, and sweets.

Next, we will visit Higashi Chaya, the most popular geisha neighbourhood in Japan, where we will explore traditional tea houses and the district's beautiful streets. Afterward, we will see Kanazawa Castle, built in the 16th century by Toshiee Maeda. In the western fort area, Gyokusen’inmaru garden adds a scenic touch where the Maeda clan held tea celebrations.

We will then proceed to Oyama Shrine, a Shinto shrine linked to the Maeda clan, followed by the renowned Kenrokuen Gardens, celebrated as one of Japan's top three gardens. This will be followed by a visit to the Nagamachi district, once home to samurais, where you will learn about these historical warriors.

Finally, we will explore the Nishi Chaya District, another notable geisha area with quaint wooden buildings and tea houses. The tour will conclude after about 8 hours, returning to the starting point.

Meeting Point

This tour offers pickup from hotels within 3 km (1 mile) of Kanazawa train station. If your hotel is further away, you can meet at the tourist information centre inside the train station, by the sumo wrestling poster.

Advantages of A Private Tour

Booking a private tour provides a personal guide, the ability to customize your itinerary, travel at your own pace, and potential cost savings for larger groups.