Kanazawa
Full day in Kanazawa
Flexible Full-Day Discovery • 8 hours
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Full day in Kanazawa
Embark on the ultimate full-day tour, exploring top attractions and secret treasures, including encounters with geisha and samurai.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- See an area of Kanazawa chosen by your knowledgeable host, but visit locations tailored to your interests
- Explore central Kanazawa’s attractions, or head off the beaten track to hidden gems recommended by your host (or do a bit of both!)
- Grab a bite at the “Kitchen of Kanazawa”, Omicho Market, the most popular market in the city
- See several of the city’s unmissable sights, like Oyama Shrine and Kanazawa Castle
- Have your local host share plenty of tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
8 hours with a host
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What’s not included
Food and drinks (but you can pre-book your lunch with us, simply contact hello@cityunscripted.com)
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Kanazawa Station Information Center - The host will be waiting in front of it by the main entrance.Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Kyoto who? With its perfectly preserved samurai and geisha districts (you could see them both), Kanazawa is just as much a cultural jewel as its more famous cousin, with attractions your local host is eager to share with you. You might want to see the city’s shrines and temples, like Oyama Shrine (its gate marries elements of Japanese and Chinese architecture) and Tentokuin temple, built in the 17th century by the Maeda samurai clan. Speaking of the Maeda clan, Kanazawa Castle, the clan’s historic seat of power, is a must-visit, but so are the city’s modern attractions, like Omicho Market and its famous croquettes – it’s not called the “Kitchen of Kanazawa” for nothing! – or the trendy cafes and stores lining the crowded Katamachi shopping district, a small slice of the big city.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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See our hosts and guests creating memories
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Matthew
Aug 2025
Rimi was very knowledgeable and showed us the major sites of Kanazawa. Our favorites were the tea house, the golden leaf ice cream shop, the samurai house, and the garden. Amazing and unforgettable tour.
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Vladimir
Jul 2025
Harumi was a great host and we wished the tour to have continued with days! She is very friendly, charming, knowledgeable and it was a real pleasure to spend the day with her. Thank you again Harumi and we hope to see you again! Julie, Rie and Vladimir
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Vladimir
Jul 2025
Harumi was a great host and we wished the tour to have continued with days! She is very friendly, charming, knowledgeable and it was a real pleasure to spend the day with her. Thank you again Harumi and we hope to see you again! Vladimir, Julie and Rie
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Viviana
Jun 2025
We loved visiting Kanazawa and mostly due to this tour. Selda, our guide, was super knowledgeable, patient and accommodating to our needs. 100% recommend it.
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Maya
May 2025
Truly amazing guide! We enjoyed EVERY aspect of the tour and interaction with our guide
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Carlos
May 2025
Rimiko was a wonderful insightful guide! we visited both famous and hidden gems. Highly reccomended!
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