Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
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Half a day in Kanazawa
Immerse yourself in a half-day private tour, crafted by a local insider, where iconic sights, geisha allure, and samurai history await.
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 some of the must-see 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.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
4 hours with a host
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What’s not included
Food and drinks
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
A rival to Kyoto as the historic jewel of Japan, Kanazawa is a melting pot of Japanese art, culture, and tradition. With your local host to help you squeeze in as many sights as possible, you’ll experience the perfectly preserved history of this gorgeous city. Entertainment district Higashi Chaya is a must-visit for anyone hoping to spot elusive, ethereal geisha, while a tranquil stroll through Kenroku-en, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, should be on every bucket list. You could browse stalls at the 280-year-old “Kitchen of Kanazawa”, Omicho Market, and see the unique Oyama Shrine with its Dutch-style stained glass on the third floor, or maybe you’ll be content to spend hours at the impressive Kanazawa Castle, the historic seat of power of the Maeda samurai clan.
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Alexander
Nov 2025
We had a wonderful 4-hour tour of Kanazawa with our guide Akari. She showed us culinary highlights, took us through the Samurai and Geisha districts, and gave us fascinating insights into the traditions of both Samurai and Geishas. Akari also shared a lot about contemporary life in Japan. We are very grateful for this amazing tour and her excellent restaurant recommendations. Thank you so much, Akari!
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Paloma
Nov 2025
Our 3-hour personalised walking tour with Akari was informative and fun, tailored to our interests and location. Visiting the geisha and samurai historic districts was a highlight and we finished the tour (after a great workout!) sharing a meal with the delightful Akari. A great way to learn about Kanazawa in an informal and leasurely way.
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Rhodora
Nov 2025
Katie is highly recommendable tour guide. She’s on time, very knowledgeable & very personalized. Itinerary was adjusted when we requested to go to market for lunch.
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Christina
Nov 2025
We had a great time with Suzuki! We told him our interests and he made an itinerary to ensure we saw everything! He was extremely communicative leading up to the session and was happy to take cute pictures of us in picturesque spots!
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Angelica
Nov 2025
Great!!
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Kaitlyn
Nov 2025
The entire tour was phenomenal, with interesting history told like only a local could share.
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