Kanazawa Half-day Historical Walking Tour

Kanazawa Half-day Historical Walking Tour

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Overview

Kanazawa’s cultural richness offers a unique charm distinct from both Tokyo and Kyoto. During the Edo period, Kanazawa was known as “Kaga Hyakumangoku,” one of Japan’s largest cities. The Maeda family, who ruled the domain, focused their wealth on cultural development rather than military power, allowing Kanazawa to flourish as a cultural center.

As you explore with a guide, you’ll see the preserved aesthetic sense of the samurai throughout the city. Kanazawa was spared from war damage, leaving its historical sites intact, offering a rare glimpse into the past.

This tour includes key spots like Omicho Market, known as Kanazawa’s kitchen; Kenrokuen Garden, a masterpiece that showcases seasonal beauty; and the Higashi Chaya District, rich in 200 years of history. You’ll also visit hidden gems like secret streets with views of Japan’s oldest fountain.

With a local guide, you’ll gain deep insights into Kanazawa’s history and geography, discovering what makes the city so special.

Activity location

Omicho Market
- 50 Kamiomicho
- 920-0905, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

FamilyMart+Drug Komeya Kanazawa Musashi Store
- 35-1 Shimotsutsumichō
- 920-0917, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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Kanazawa Half-day Historical Walking Tour

5h
English

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00am

Price details

$96.06 x 1 Adult$96.06

Total

Until Fri, Nov 28

What's included, what's not

Entrance fee to all the museum and garden
A cup of Matcha with seasonal Japanese sweet
Tour Photos
Traditional Japanese lunch called Kaga Cuisine

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please inform us at least one day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.
Note: Requests made on the day of the tour cannot be accommodated.
We are unable to accommodate gluten-free requests for this tour.
Because most Japanese restaurants are not fully ready for providing vegetarian menus, our tour provides only a limited selection of vegetarian options.
Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour. The tour might be cancelled in case of unsuitable weather for safety reasons.
The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or baby stroller.
Out of respect for our other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, we must start the tour on time.
You will not be able to join the tour, get a refund or reschedule if you are late for the tour and miss the group.

Activity itinerary

Omicho Market

Market beloved by locals more than 300 years This tour begins at Omicho Market, which has a history of over 300 years and is known as Kanazawa’s kitchen. If you’re already feeling hungry, take the opportunity to try some local foods such as fresh seafood and locally produced vegetables (specifically called Kaga-vegetables) and fruits as you stroll through the market.

Kanazawa Castle

Our local guide explains the history and uniqueness of Kanazawa castle while walking by. Kanazawa Castle Park and Kenrokuen Garden which shows totally different but all marvelous sides on each seasons and counted as one of Japan’s three great gardens, and learn about the Maeda family, who shaped Kanazawa’s culture.

Kenrokuen Garden

1h
Admission ticket included

One of the 3 best gardens in Japan

Kenrokutei

45m
Admission ticket included

Have a traditional lunch called Kaga cuisine while seeing the oldest fountain remaining Kanazawa’s local cuisine at a restaurant inside Kenrokuen, where you can try famous Kaga (Kanazawa) cuisine called Jibuni, while enjoying the view of Japan’s oldest fountain in front of you.

Morihachi Main Store

45m
Admission ticket included

One of the 3 most famous Japanese sweets store, which has more than 390 years. Admission fee of Traditional sweets Museum and sweet & drink are included. Indulge in wagashi and matcha, and learn about the process of making traditional sweets at a wagashi museum, deepening your understanding of Kanazawa’s history from a different angle.

Ochaya Shima

40m
Admission ticket included

Museum that we can see the actual tea house and instruments used by Geisha. Visit teahouses (geisha houses) with over 200 years of history to truly feel the depth of Kanazawa’s heritage. The area offers plenty things to see, buy and experience, hear what your local guide should reccomend and enjoy them with your newly acquainted knowledge about Kanazawa!

Higashichaya Old Town

The most iconic are from Kanazawa famous for Geisha and golden leaf The highlight of this tour is the Higashi Chaya District, where traditional streetscapes remain preserved.

Location

Activity location

Omicho Market
- 50 Kamiomicho
- 920-0905, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

FamilyMart+Drug Komeya Kanazawa Musashi Store
- 35-1 Shimotsutsumichō
- 920-0917, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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