Kanazawa Zen Temple Calligraphy Tea Experiences Walking Tour

Duration4h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

[Option1] Kanazawa: Walking & Calligraphy Tour with an ex-Pro Athlete
Explore Kanazawa with a former pro baseball player, visiting Nagamachi Samurai District, Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa Castle Park, Kenrokuen Garden and Higashi Chaya District. Finish with a private calligraphy session at a temple. Morning: 9:00–13:00 / Afternoon: 14:00–18:00.

[Option2] Kanazawa: Zen Calligraphy Experience at a Historic Temple
Enjoy calligraphy inside a peaceful Zen temple. With a guide, choose a meaningful Kanji that reflects your personality or journey. Beginners are welcome with step-by-step instruction. Practice first, then create your final artwork on a souvenir to take home.

[Option3] Kanazawa: Tea Ceremony in Zen Tradition at a 350-Year Temple
Walk from Higashi Chaya to a quiet 350-year-old temple. Learn traditional etiquette, discover seasonal scrolls, utensils, flowers and sweets, watch matcha prepared by hand, then experience the ceremony yourself in a small group of up to six.

Options

Zen Calligraphy Experience

Title: Kanazawa: Zen Calligraphy Experience at a Historic Temple

Kanazawa Walking Private Tour with Calligraphy

Tea Ceremony in Zen Tradition

What's included

All tea ceremony tools, matcha, and traditional wagashi (Japanese sweets）(Tea Ceremony)
Nomura House, Kenrokuen, temple entry fees, and a calligraphy set (Walking & Calligraphy Tour)
All premium calligraphy tools (Traditional brushes, ink, and inkstones) (Zen Calligraphy)
Exclusive access to a historic Zen temple (350+ years old) (Zen Calligraphy&Tea Ceremony)
Private guidance from your host — the temple priest’s wife herself(Tea Ceremony)
Private guidance by a professional cultural guide (Zen Calligraphy)

Personal expenses (food and drink costs)(Walking & Calligraphy Tour)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Zen Calligraphy & Tea Ceremony)
Food and drinks & Additional tote bags (available for purchase) (Zen Calligraphy)
Gratuities(Tea Ceremony)

What to expect

Ruins of Nagamachi Bukeyashiki
1h

Explore Kanazawa's historic sites with a former pro baseball player, then enjoy private calligraphy at a temple. Learn traditional techniques and make your own souvenir!
Notes:
*Price is per person.
*Wear comfortable walking shoes.
*We use authentic black ink (sumi). Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tools and aprons provided.
*Stairs required at temple entrance.
*Please respect temple property.
*Tours proceed in light rain. We will notify you by the day before if severe weather forces cancellation.

Schedule: 9:00 Nagamachi Samurai District 10:00 Oyama Shrine & Kanazawa Castle Park 11:00 Kenrokuen Garden 11:45 Walk to Higashi Chaya 12:00 Move to the temple 12:20 Calligraphy session (Afternoon tour: 14:00–18:00)
Oyama Shrine
1h

Explore Kanazawa's historic sites with a former pro baseball player, then enjoy private calligraphy at a temple. Learn traditional techniques and make your own souvenir!
Notes:
*Price is per person.
*Wear comfortable walking shoes.
*We use authentic black ink (sumi). Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tools and aprons provided.
*Stairs required at temple entrance.
*Please respect temple property.
*Tours proceed in light rain. We will notify you by the day before if severe weather forces cancellation.

Schedule: 9:00 Nagamachi Samurai District 10:00 Oyama Shrine & Kanazawa Castle Park 11:00 Kenrokuen Garden 11:45 Walk to Higashi Chaya 12:00 Move to the temple 12:20 Calligraphy session (Afternoon tour: 14:00–18:00)
Kanazawa Castle Park
1h

Explore Kanazawa's historic sites with a former pro baseball player, then enjoy private calligraphy at a temple. Learn traditional techniques and make your own souvenir!
Notes:
*Price is per person.
*Wear comfortable walking shoes.
*We use authentic black ink (sumi). Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tools and aprons provided.
*Stairs required at temple entrance.
*Please respect temple property.
*Tours proceed in light rain. We will notify you by the day before if severe weather forces cancellation.

Schedule: 9:00 Nagamachi Samurai District 10:00 Oyama Shrine & Kanazawa Castle Park 11:00 Kenrokuen Garden 11:45 Walk to Higashi Chaya 12:00 Move to the temple 12:20 Calligraphy session (Afternoon tour: 14:00–18:00)
Kenrokuen Garden
30m

Explore Kanazawa's historic sites with a former pro baseball player, then enjoy private calligraphy at a temple. Learn traditional techniques and make your own souvenir!
Notes:
*Price is per person.
*Wear comfortable walking shoes.
*We use authentic black ink (sumi). Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tools and aprons provided.
*Stairs required at temple entrance.
*Please respect temple property.
*Tours proceed in light rain. We will notify you by the day before if severe weather forces cancellation.

Schedule: 9:00 Nagamachi Samurai District 10:00 Oyama Shrine & Kanazawa Castle Park 11:00 Kenrokuen Garden 11:45 Walk to Higashi Chaya 12:00 Move to the temple 12:20 Calligraphy session (Afternoon tour: 14:00–18:00)
Higashi Chaya District
Pass by

Explore Kanazawa's historic sites with a former pro baseball player, then enjoy private calligraphy at a temple. Learn traditional techniques and make your own souvenir!
Notes:
*Price is per person.
*Wear comfortable walking shoes.
*We use authentic black ink (sumi). Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Tools and aprons provided.
*Stairs required at temple entrance.
*Please respect temple property.
*Tours proceed in light rain. We will notify you by the day before if severe weather forces cancellation.

Schedule: 9:00 Nagamachi Samurai District 10:00 Oyama Shrine & Kanazawa Castle Park 11:00 Kenrokuen Garden 11:45 Walk to Higashi Chaya 12:00 Move to the temple 12:20 Calligraphy session (Afternoon tour: 14:00–18:00)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From JR Kanazawa Station (Kenrokuen Gate / East Gate), take a bus bound for Korinbo and get off at the 'Korinbo' bus stop. It is a few minutes' walk from there.

Please proceed directly into Aventra and let the reception know your name.

End point

From JR Kanazawa Station (Kenrokuen Gate / East Gate), take a bus bound for Korinbo and get off at the 'Korinbo' bus stop. It is a few minutes' walk from there.

Please proceed directly into Aventra and let the reception know your name.

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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