Private walking Tour of Kanazawa's Historical Districts 4h

Duration4h

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LanguagesGerman, English, French

Private tourOnly your group will participate

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Overview

The Kanazawa Historical Districts Tour offers a unique journey through time, immersing visitors in the rich cultural tapestry of one of Japan's most well-preserved Edo-period cities. Unlike other tours, this experience highlights three distinct historical areas: the Nagamachi Samurai District, the Higashi Chaya Geisha District, and the Kazuemachi Chaya District. Wander through narrow cobblestone streets lined with traditional samurai residences, explore exquisitely preserved tea houses where geishas once entertained, and admire the serene beauty of ancient wooden buildings along the Asano River. The tour also includes insights into the city's artisanal crafts, such as gold leaf production and Kutani pottery, making it a comprehensive and immersive exploration of Kanazawa's historical and cultural heritage.
This tour is great for anyone who likes historical sites and wants some simple clues and explanations to understand ancient Japan better.

What's included

private guide

insurance

What to expect

Ruins of Nagamachi Bukeyashiki
1h · Admission ticket not included

We will start our tour by traveling back in time in the former "Samurai District". Here we will learn all about Samurai and the way they lived. Your guide will show you houses of high ranking and low ranking Samurais.
Oyama Shrine
20m

Next stop is Oyama Shrine, one of the most popular Shrines for Locals. The Shrine is dedicated to the Samurai who founded the city in 1583
Gyokusen-immaru Garden
20m

Let's admire this beautiful garden who used to be the private garden of the Feudal Lords family.
Kanazawa Castle Park
30m

Kanazawa Castle was home to the Maeda family who ruled over this region during the Edo period. It was built in 1580 but suffered many devastating fires. The castle was rebuilt using the traditional techniques of the time
Kazuemachi Chayagai
20m

The tea houses and historic buildings of the Kazue machi district, listed as Cultural Heritage of Japan since 2008, immerse you in a refined atmosphere filled with nostalgia.
Higashi Chaya District
1h 15m · Admission ticket not included

Discover the most emblematic geisha district of Kanazawa. The district’s traditional wooden buildings and lattice-work windows retain the atmosphere of their 200-year history. Today, many of these buildings function as cafes, restaurants, sweet shops or craft shops, but some are still operating geiko teahouses. Higashi-Chaya has many shops selling gold-leaf products, in fact Kanazawa produces 99% of Japan's gold leaf production.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at Omicho market, in front of the Mister Donuts shop at the bus stop.
Your guide will wait for your with a sign written "walking tour" on it

End point

We will meet at Omicho market, in front of the Mister Donuts shop at the bus stop.
Your guide will wait for your with a sign written "walking tour" on it

Pickup details

Pick up is on foot so we will start the walking tour from your accommodation or use public transportation

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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.

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