Guided Night Tour to Feel the Samurai Culture in Kanazawa

You will first walk through Owaricho, the former Kanazawa's economic center during the Samurai era, where many authentic and stately buildings remain. The tour goes through a lively back alley to Chayagai district. Then, following the calm and gently lighted Asano riverside alley, you are shown to both Kazuemachi-Chayagai and Higashi-Chayagai districts. All hustle and bustle in the daytime, Chayagai districts become mystic at night. If you strain your ears, maybe you will hear some sounds of geisha's shamisen.

You will first walk through Owaricho, the former Kanazawa's economic center during the Samurai era, where many authentic and stately buildings remain. The tour goes through a lively back alley to Chayagai district. Then, following the calm and gently lighted Asano riverside alley, you are shown to both Kazuemachi-Chayagai and Higashi-Chayagai districts. All hustle and bustle in the daytime, Chayagai districts become mystic at night. If you strain your ears, maybe you will hear some sounds of geisha's shamisen.

The Asano River is an important river deeply involved with Kanazawa's history and lifestyle. 4 bridges in different styles on the Asano River are illuminated, making a magical atmosphere.

Otebori is a moat lined with the stone walls that surround the Kanazawa Castle. The water has not been drained even in modern times, so its appearance has not changed since the Edo Period. Also known as the "Stone Wall Museum," the stone walls surrounding the castle stand out when lit up at night. Enjoy the combination of its night illumination beauty and its magnificent scenery. In addition, seasonal expressions such as cherry blossoms in spring, autumn leaves in autumn are also worth watching.

Oyama Shrine, known with its peculiar Go-Shinmon Gate, is dedicated to Toshiie MAEDA, the founder of the Kaga Domain. The particularity of the main gate, inspired by Japanese, Oriental, and Occidental styles, is marked by the stained glass mounted in it.

The last stop will be the Nagamachi Bukeyashiki, where the old Samurai residences still remain, also where some citizens live. The elegance of the old streets with stone pavements and earthen walls will let you totally immersed. Thanks to the dim lights, you will feel the magic and the history of the place, maybe as if you traveled back in time.