Private Walking Tour of Kanazawa Customizable Experience

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the vibrant life of Kanazawa on a fully private walking tour tailored to your interests and schedule. This immersive experience allows you to explore not just famous attractions but also hidden neighborhoods that reveal the true essence of the city. With a flexible pace, engage in meaningful conversations about local customs and modern culture as you wander through the streets. A traditional tea or modern coffee break enhances your experience, providing time to reflect and inquire about your surroundings. Choose between half-day or full-day options to fit your travel plans perfectly.

- Private walking tour tailored to your interests and pace
- Explore both iconic sites and local neighborhoods often overlooked
- Enjoy a coffee or tea break to discuss local life in-depth
- Available in half-day or full-day options for flexibility

What's Included

Professional guide throughout the tour
Entrance fee
Coffee and/or Tea
Transportation expenses
Lunch
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This is a walking-based private tour starting from the agreed meeting point. If additional transport is required during the tour (such as local buses, taxis, or trains), tickets and fares are paid directly by guests. Your guide will assist with directions, timing, and recommendations to ensure smooth travel between locations.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kenrokuen Garden

    Kenrokuen Garden is one of Japan’s most celebrated landscape gardens. Guests will stroll through carefully designed paths featuring ponds, bridges, tea houses, and seasonal scenery, while learning about traditional garden design and the garden’s history through the changing seasons.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Higashi Chaya District

    Higashi Chaya District is Kanazawa’s most famous preserved teahouse area. Guests will walk along narrow streets lined with wooden chaya buildings, learn about geisha culture, and see traditional townhouses, small shrines, and quiet backstreets that reflect the city’s Edo-period atmosphere.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ruins of Nagamachi Bukeyashiki

    Nagamachi Samurai District was once home to Kanazawa’s samurai class. Guests will explore earthen walls, stone-paved lanes, and preserved canals, while hearing stories about samurai life, social structure, and how this area has been carefully maintained.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Kinpakuya Sakuda Gold Leaf Shop & Workshop is a long-established gold leaf shop showcasing one of Kanazawa’s most famous traditional crafts. Guests will learn how gold leaf is made, see beautifully crafted gold-decorated items, and gain insight into why Kanazawa produces the majority of Japan’s gold leaf, with the option to observe or participate in hands-on workshop activities.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by East 36 Travel

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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