City Essentials: First Day

Group wearing traditional kimonos in a Japanese market in Kanazawa

Visitors at the entrance of Kanazawa Station's distinctive gate.

Seafood assortment with shellfish and fish eggs in a decorative arrangement in Kanazawa

A woman wearing a black jacket and cap stands near Kanazawa Castle.

People viewing the art installation 'Swimming Pool' at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Kanazawa

Workers wearing straw hats maintaining grass in Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa.

5.0 (89)

Kickstart your trip to Kanazawa

3 hours English

5.0 (89) 100% Personalized

Begin your Kanazawa journey with this essential tour; see key sights and get insider tips to enrich your stay in this historic city.

Iku

Jorge

Match with one of our local hosts

Be matched with a host based on your interests and preferences, to tailor your perfect day.

100% Flexible: Adapt in real time

Your host will fine-tune the experience in real time to match your mood.

Experience Overview

Time:

3 hours

What to expect:

Fully tailored to your preferences

Language:

Hosted in English (Other languages may be requested)

Meeting point:

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation:

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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.

What’s Included:

Private and personalized experience

3 hours with a Host

Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s Excluded:

Food and drinks

Tickets to any attractions

Transportation costs

Gratuities (optional)

Wooden footbridge over a pond in a Japanese garden in Kanazawa

A traditional tea house in Kanazawa's Kenrokuen Garden.

Traditional Japanese architecture of Kanazawa Castle under a partly cloudy sky.

People shopping at a market stall with seafood in Kuromon Ichiba Market in Kanazawa

Key Highlights:

See some of central Kanazawa’s most famous attractions (and a couple reserved for in-the-know locals)
Explore beautiful nature, bustling city and historical sites in just three hours
Take the opportunity to try some of Kanazawa’s most popular cuisine at Omicho Market
Set yourself up for a successful trip by learning how to navigate the city like a local
Have a helpful host to share expert tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip

Vicki 30 January 2026

We loved our tour with Megumi. She was a great guide, with lots of interesting facts whilst showing us the highlights of Kanazawa. Thanks Megumi for a lovely day!

Yaron 29 January 2026

We had an excellent experience. Our guide was fun, warm, and incredibly knowledgeable. She took us to amazing places and added real value at every stop with interesting insights and stories. It was a truly enriching experience, and I highly recommend both the tour and the guide.

Yuri 25 January 2026

Our tour guide Jorge conducted an excellent walking tour in Kanazawa! He was very knowledgeable, answered all our questions in details and walked us through many interesting places including some narrow streets and hidden places that we won't be able to ever find ourselves. Highly recommended!

Jonathan 24 January 2026

Iku was a great guide to the area of Kanazawa. She took us to the Geisha district, Samaurai district and the Kanazawa castle. She was very informative in respect to cultural and history. Iku was both full of information and very friendly. She took us to a sushi restaurant that has been around for 70 years! We definitely would not have found the sushi restaurant had we not taken this tour. We covered a lot of the highlights we wanted to see in Kanazawa through the tour. Highly recommended!

Jack 19 January 2026

Great!

Haitham 19 January 2026

Had a great experience with Harumi in Kanazawa, Japan. She's very knowledgeable about the culture and history of the country! Really enjoyed our time there.

What you’ll do

Buckle up for a practical crash course in getting around Kanazawa like a pro – and a golden opportunity to check out a couple of the city’s must-sees along the way. With your sensei – er, local host – leading the way, you’ll get a feel for the city center, starting at the 120-year-old Kanazawa Station and its surrounding hub of stores, restaurants, and, of course, the exquisite Tsuzumi Gate, an unofficial symbol of the city. At Omicho Market, the “Kitchen of Kanazawa”, join locals browsing stalls packed with mouthwatering food (and get plenty of delicious recommendations from your local insider), then head to Kenroku-en Garden, a famous Japanese landscaped garden that’s conveniently situated right by the bustling downtown Katamachi shopping district.