Kanazawa Highlights: Garden, Castle, Samurai & Geisha+Taxi
Discover the story behind Kanazawa’s beauty on this small-group walking tour. Explore four iconic areas—Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, Samurai District, and Higashi Chaya Geisha District—while learning how history, culture, nature, and art connect. A short taxi ride is included, skipping the lon
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 5 min【Meeting point】 We will pick up customers from hotels. 【Pick up time】 Customers can decide the pick up time at their hotel between 8:30am to 02:00pm. Please let us know the time in the special requirement section.
Stop 2
⏱ 5 min(Highly Recommended) One of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, admired for its seasonal beauty and harmonious design.(optional)
Stop 3
⏱ 5 min(Highly Recommended) Once home to the powerful Maeda clan, the castle grounds reflect the city’s rich feudal history.(optional)
Stop 4
⏱ 5 min(Highly Recommended) A beautifully preserved geisha district where you can stroll past traditional teahouses and learn about Kanazawa’s cultural heritage.(optional)
Stop 5
⏱ 5 min(Highly Recommended) Walk through historic streets where samurai once lived, complete with earthen walls and traditional homes.(optional)
Stop 6
⏱ 5 min(Highly Recommended) In Kanazawa, a city known for its rich tradition of craftsmanship, you can not only enjoy sightseeing but also take part in hands-on experiences that bring you closer to the work of skilled artisans. Here, you can choose one of the following craft experiences: (Optional) 1. Japanese Sweets (Wagashi) Making with a Professional Wagashi Craftsman 2. Painting of Daruma Dolls 3. Gold Leaf Application Experience Note: Availability of experiences may vary depending on the date and time. If you have a preferred activity, please let us know in advance. However, please understand that some activities may not be available due to scheduling. Note: The cost of these experiences is not included. Prices per person are as follows: ・Wagashi Making: ¥1,450 ・Painting of Daruma Dolls: ¥1,300 ・Gold Leaf Application: From ¥1,400 to ¥2,050 (depending on the item you choose to decorate)
Stop 7
⏱ 5 min(Highly Recommended) Often called “Kanazawa’s kitchen,” this bustling market offers a wide variety of fresh seafood, local produce, and regional delicacies.(optional)
Stop 8
⏱ 5 minA quiet, atmospheric district lined with elegant wooden buildings along the Asano River.(optional)
Stop 9
⏱ 5 minA serene space honoring the life and teachings of Zen philosopher Daisetz Suzuki, blending nature and architecture.(optional)
Stop 10
⏱ 5 minFeaturing thought-provoking works by Japanese and international artists in a striking circular building.(optional)
Stop 11
⏱ 5 minKnown for its unique blend of Japanese, Chinese, and Western design, this shrine is a symbol of Kanazawa’s openness to outside influences.(optional, tour ends at last stop)
Stop 12
⏱ 5 minA quaint, historical geisha quarter known for its elegant teahouses, quiet charm, and beautifully preserved Edo-period architecture. (Optional)
Stop 13
⏱ 5 minAdmission includedA deceptively simple-looking temple filled with hidden rooms, secret tunnels, and clever defensive features designed to protect against intruders. (Optional) Note: Once you let us know that you’d like to visit the Ninja Temple, we will call to make a reservation. Please note that availability is limited, so entry may not be possible depending on the schedule. In that case, we will visit an alternative site. Note: Inside the temple, the tour is conducted in Japanese by temple staff, and guides are not allowed to interpret during the tour. Instead, your guide will explain the key points in English before or after the visit. • Admission Ticket Not Included
Stop 14
⏱ 5 minLunch with your guide at a recommended local restaurant Your guide will take you to their favorite spot. Enjoy casual conversation together over the meal. (Optional) Note: If you choose this option, you will have time to visit only two other spots.
What to Bring
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- •Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •Customers will walk completely during the tour, hence not recommended for the people who have difficulty walking
- •Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and operation.
- •Late arrivals will not be entertained and joining midway is not feasible for the tour. Please arrive the meeting point on time.
- •We do not supply any extra drop off service and tour ends at the last spot.
- •If you don’t have specific preferences, enjoy the tour with a guide-selected course full of local charm.
- •This is primarily a walking tour. If you prefer to use public transportation during the tour, the cost of tickets for both you and the guide will be at your expense.
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| Cancellation | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable |
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