Kanazawa Private Tour

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

Kanazawa Private Tour

At the designated time, we will pick you up from your hotel or meet at the tourist information centre in Kanazawa to start the tour with a private guide. Our first stop will be Kanazawa train station, showcasing unique Japanese architecture. Next, we will visit Omicho Market, which has been serving local produce since the Edo period, featuring stalls with fish, seafood, fruits, vegetables, and sweets.

Following this, we’ll proceed to Higashi Chaya, the most renowned geisha neighbourhood in Japan, to admire traditional tea houses. We’ll then visit Kanazawa Castle, built in the 16th century by Toshiee Maeda, with the beautiful Gyokusen’inmaru garden nearby. Our next destination is Oyama Shrine, a Shinto shrine linked to the Maeda clan. After that, we’ll explore the Kenrokuen Gardens, one of Japan’s top three gardens, featuring serene lakes and beautiful plant life.

We will then walk to Nagamachi, the former samurai district, to learn about these historical warriors. Finally, we’ll visit the Nishi Chaya District, another famous geisha neighbourhood known for its charming wooden buildings and tea houses. After approximately 8 hours, we will return 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, please meet us at the tourist information centre, located inside the train station by the sumo wrestling poster.

Advantages of A Private Tour

Booking a private tour provides a personal guide, the flexibility to customize your itinerary, and the possibility to save money when traveling in a larger group.