Guided Night Tour to Feel the Samurai Culture in Kanazawa

Duration2h

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

A local guide will guide you through the city of Kanazawa, which has a different face from the daytime.
It's a deeper experience than going through the local roads, which you can't see much in ordinary sightseeing.
This private tour will be suggested by your guide according to your interests, interests, and pace.
Of course, there are also themes and recommended courses for each season.
First of all, after joining the guide, we will have a brief hearing including the place where we will end, and then we will walk through Kanazawa's night, where you can feel the history.
*Since it is a private activity, even if you are not good at walking, we can make suggestions according to your pace.
*Transportation fees will be charged separately, but you can use a route bus or taxi on the way to travel efficiently.

What's included

Guided tour fee

Dinner
Private transportation

What to expect

Kazuemachi Chayagai
30m

You will first walk through Owaricho, the former Kanazawa's economic center during the Samurai era, where many authentic and stately buildings remain.
The tour goes through a lively back alley to Chayagai district. Then, following the calm and gently lighted Asano riverside alley, you are shown to both Kazuemachi-Chayagai and Higashi-Chayagai districts.
All hustle and bustle in the daytime, Chayagai districts become mystic at night. If you strain your ears, maybe you will hear some sounds of geisha's shamisen.
Higashi Chaya District
15m

You will first walk through Owaricho, the former Kanazawa's economic center during the Samurai era, where many authentic and stately buildings remain.
The tour goes through a lively back alley to Chayagai district. Then, following the calm and gently lighted Asano riverside alley, you are shown to both Kazuemachi-Chayagai and Higashi-Chayagai districts.
All hustle and bustle in the daytime, Chayagai districts become mystic at night. If you strain your ears, maybe you will hear some sounds of geisha's shamisen.
Asanogawa Bridge
15m

The Asano River is an important river deeply involved with Kanazawa's history and lifestyle. 4 bridges in different styles on the Asano River are illuminated, making a magical atmosphere.
Kanazawa Castle Otebori
15m

Otebori is a moat lined with the stone walls that surround the Kanazawa Castle. The water has not been drained even in modern times, so its appearance has not changed since the Edo Period. Also known as the "Stone Wall Museum," the stone walls surrounding the castle stand out when lit up at night. Enjoy the combination of its night illumination beauty and its magnificent scenery. In addition, seasonal expressions such as cherry blossoms in spring, autumn leaves in autumn are also worth watching.
Oyama Shrine
15m

Oyama Shrine, known with its peculiar Go-Shinmon Gate, is dedicated to Toshiie MAEDA, the founder of the Kaga Domain. The particularity of the main gate, inspired by Japanese, Oriental, and Occidental styles, is marked by the stained glass mounted in it.
Ruins of Nagamachi Bukeyashiki
30m

The last stop will be the Nagamachi Bukeyashiki, where the old Samurai residences still remain, also where some citizens live. The elegance of the old streets with stone pavements and earthen walls will let you totally immersed. Thanks to the dim lights, you will feel the magic and the history of the place, maybe as if you traveled back in time.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point：In front of Mister Donut Kanazawa Musashi Shop (Omicho-Ichibakan 1F)
Access： 1.2 kilometers from JR Kanazawa station. (About 15-minute walk)
For bus, take Hokutetsu Bus No. 6 to 9 or "Machi-Bus" from Kanazawa Station East Exit.
If you get off at "Musashigatsuji" stop.

End point

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please come in comfortable shoes for walking.
There are several bathrooms on the tour course. They will be indicated to you during the tour.
Free Wi-Fi：X
The temperature may get low at night during winter. Please take sufficient measures against the cold.
There are bathrooms and automatic vending machines on the tour course. However, it is highly recommended to prepare your drinks and to use bathrooms before the tour begins.
Please follow the guide's instructions, as the roads may be dark or narrow.
Expecting mothers can attend the tour. However, please take your physical conditions into consideration before making reservations.
This tour is limited to one group per day.
The guide will make suggestions when special light-ups are held on weekends or in accordance with the season!
The dissolution place is not only around Korinbo, but can also meet the customer's request. (Possible areas: Omicho market area, Higashi tea house area)
Depending on the situation, we may use a route bus or taxi on the way. Please inquire about this before departure.
In that case, please note that all transportation expenses incurred during the tour will be borne by the customer.
If you have a free pass ticket for the bus that was used during the day, please bring it with you.
Available places: 　Higashi Teahouse Town/Kazuemachi/Asanogawa Bridge/Plum Bridge/Otebori/Owari Town/Nagamachi samurai residence/Oyama Shrine 　Kanazawa Castle (*Limited to open days)/Gyokuseninmaru Garden (*Limited to open days)/Kenrokuen (*Limited to open days)
Hotel pickup is not available.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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