The places below are examples of what you may choose to see on the day, during this 4-hour tour. Higashi Chaya District (and Kazue Machi) The most famous tea district and Geisha/Geiko area in Kanazawa. It is also the home of Kinpaku (Gold leaf crafts). You will have the option to make your own gold leaf creation there.It is also possible to drink authentic green macha tea. The Samurai District Visit the streets where the Samurai lived. You will enter the houses of the Ashigaru (footsoldiers), and then view the larger residences of the more powerful samurai. You will have the option of entering the Nomura Samurai house. A kutani pottery museum and tea gardens are also en-route. There is also the option of taking a break for tea or a bite to eat here. Kenrokuen Gardens The famous gardens of the six attributes, facing Kanazawa Castle and Utatsu Mountain.There are opportunities to take a break, and to enjoy tea ceremony.

Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, photoshoot session will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories to our beautiful city of Kanazawa. Regardless of being in Kimono or casual clothes we will capture your beautiful smile! Please choose Kenrokuen garden or Higashichaya for your photoshoot. If you would like to rent Kimono we can guide you to book your Kimono rental at one of kimono shops in Kanazawa. 100 fully professionally edited photos (We select best 100 out of 300-400 photos taken during the session) in 2 hour shoot session. 30 fully professionally edited photos (We select best 30 out of roughly 100 photos taken during the session) in 1 hour shoot session. Photos delivered via Dropbox or Google drive within 3-7days.

You’ll go on a whirlwind experience of Kanazawa’s vibrant central districts, ticking off 10 of its top attractions along the way. Explore Higashi Chaya, the famous geisha district, and lesser-known Nishi Chaya, home to a geisha training ground. See iconic sights like Kanazawa Castle and Kenroku-en garden, and explore the city’s contemporary side in Katamachi, a lively downtown district. See the city’s culinary heart, Omicho Market, and explore Nagamachi, the beautifully preserved samurai district that Kanazawa is famous for. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover this beautiful town of Kanazawa's highlights in a day. Avoid the potential confusion of local bus system, and travel comfortably in a private vehicle instead. Enjoy the flexibility of being able to pick a set itinerary, or customize your own. Potential attractions include all Must-See spots in Kanazawa, so please explore at your own pace and visit sights such as Kenrokuen garden, one of the "Three Great Gardens of Japan"; the expansive Higashi Chaya District, a traditional teahouse district founded in the Edo Period; Omicho Market, Kanazawa's largest fresh food market; Nagamachi Samurai district. Your English speaking driver will fully support your six-hours tour. Note*: Tour details has a possibility of change depending on the place of your meeting point and traffic conditions. Please feel free to ask us if you have any special request for your itinerary. We will do our best to meet your request.

Meet our local guides and explore the city while learning the historical and cultural background of its famous tourist attractions and our recommended spots, hidden in the old narrow streets of Kanazawa. Our guides genuinely love Kanazawa and would be happy to introduce you the city. Our tour is completely private, we accept only one group per reservation so the tour can be customized depending on your needs and interests. This walking tour aims to cover the main highlights of Kanazawa: Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle Park, the Higashi Chaya “Teahouse” District, and the Nagamachi Samurai District. No two tours are the same, because no two guests are the same – every encounter is once-in-a-lifetime chance!

This is your chance to join an experience that's a cherished highlight for everyone in Japan, yet only a handful of travelers truly get to know. Led by a local guide, you'll uncover the cherry blossom season in Kanazawa, a time celebrated by all but shared intimately with few. Begin your adventure at Kenrokuen Garden, where beyond the familiar paths, you'll discover secluded spots for the perfect serene moment under the cherry blossoms. Stroll along the Asanogawa River, where the flowering trees provide a breathtaking backdrop that even locals never tire of. As you explore the storied streets of the Kazuemachi Chaya District, the intertwining of history with the beauty of nature is evident amidst the old teahouses and the spring blossoms.