Kanazawa Private Tour

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

Kanazawa Private Tour

We'll pick you up from your hotel or meet at the tourist information centre in Kanazawa at the scheduled time. Our first stop will be Kanazawa train station, known for its unique wooden entrance. Next, we will visit Omicho Market, a site for local produce since the Edo period, featuring stalls with fish, seafood, fruits, and sweets.

Following this, we'll head to Higashi Chaya, the most famous geisha neighborhood in Japan, known for its traditional tea houses. Then we will visit Kanazawa Castle, built in the 16th century by Toshiee Maeda of the Maeda clan. In its western part is the Gyokusen’inmaru garden, where the Maeda clan held tea celebrations.

Next is Oyama Shrine, connected to the Maeda clan, followed by the scenic Kenrokuen Gardens, one of Japan's top three gardens. Here, you will enjoy the lakes, paths, and flora. We'll proceed to Nagamachi, the former samurai district, where you will learn about these warriors. Our last stop will be the Nishi Chaya District, another renowned geisha neighborhood with quaint wooden buildings.

After around 8 hours, we will return you 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 by the sumo wrestling poster inside the train station.

Advantages of A Private Tour

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