Hi, I’m Iku

(14)
Kanazawa
Iku

Hi, I’m Iku

(14)

I’ve lived in Kanazawa for 37 years

I speak English, Japanese

I am an university lecturer

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Hi, I’m Ikumi! What I love most about Kanazawa is how history comes alive in its streets, from beautifully preserved samurai districts to charming old townhouses. The people here are warm and welcoming, making the city feel even more special. I enjoy peaceful walks along the riverside during cherry blossom season and exploring Kanazawa Castle Park in the vibrant colors of spring and autumn. With deep knowledge of Kanazawa’s history and traditional crafts like gold leaf, I love sharing the stories that make this city unique. Whether you're here for must-see sights or hidden gems, I’d be happy to guide you!

My knowledge & interests

Street food Local cuisine Desserts Food markets Fine dining Unique & unusual foods Art galleries & museums Parks Gardens Scenic routes Political history Economic history Social history Architectural history Religious history Cityscape photography Street photography Classical architecture Third wave coffee Local beers Handicrafts & souvenirs Traditional culture Popular culture Religious customs Lifestyle culture Rituals & ceremonial customs Gourmet food Traditional drinks Japanese sake Painting Sculpture Traditional art Art history Post-modern architecture Ethnic culture Rock music Hip-hop
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My reviews

    Iku our guide go beyond the program and gave us great insights about the japanese culture and made an excellent suggestion to finnish the tour with a Geisha Evening. Superb!

    Oct 2025

    Alexandre B

    We greatly enjoyed our food tour in Kanazawa with Iku. She communicated with us frequently prior to the tour, and went above & beyond with extras like printing our hotels shuttle schedule for the train station. She is a Kanazawa native and was able to share extensive cultural and historical insights about Kanazawa. We had specific requests for areas we wanted to explore and she made sure we got to those areas. The food selections weren’t always to our liking, but that is to be expected. At each stop we had choices about what to try and some were tastier than others. She also took many pictures of us which she shared via What’s App and we really appreciated.

    Oct 2025

    Maribel G

    Our guide Iku did a terrific job communicating with us before our tour. She included all of our preferred stops on the food tour. As a Kanazawa native, she was able to share details about the history and culture of this area which we really appreciated. The food selections were not always to our liking, but reflected local specialties.

    Oct 2025

    Maribel G

    Our guide was fantastic. I would recommend her to others and go on a tour with her again. She was perfect.

    Oct 2025

    Zoe D

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