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Highlights
- With an expert guide, explore Kanazawa’s famous landmarks including the Nagamachi Samurai District and Higashi Chaya Geisha District.
- Experience a traditional matcha tea ceremony accompanied by wagashi sweets at a historic Japanese tea house with garden views.
- Take a leisurely walk through Kenroku-en, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens, and explore Kanazawa Castle to discover the city’s feudal history.
- Visit the Shima Geisha House for insights into geisha traditions while exploring one of Kanazawa’s best-preserved cultural districts.
Your Experience
Start a guided day tour in Kanazawa to explore samurai residences, stunning gardens, historic tea houses, and the city's famous geisha district. This engaging experience offers insights into traditional matcha and wagashi while showcasing centuries-old architecture in one of Japan’s best-preserved castle towns.
Getting started
Gather at Kanazawa Station to meet your guide for a walking tour through historic neighbourhoods. After an introduction, you'll visit the Nagamachi Samurai District where insights into Kanazawa's history and the influential Maeda clan will be shared.
Nagamachi Samurai District
Explore narrow stone-paved streets in this district with preserved samurai residences and earthen walls. Learn about samurai traditions and local craftsmanship while walking through the area.
Oyama Shrine
Visit Oyama Shrine, known for its unique entrance gate that combines Japanese, Chinese, and Western architectural styles. Enjoy peaceful gardens, a koi pond, and a scenic wooden bridge before exploring Kanazawa Castle grounds nearby.
Gyokusen-an Tea House
Savor traditional matcha tea paired with handcrafted wagashi sweets at Gyokusen-an Tea House. Learn the etiquette of preparing and drinking matcha while enjoying views of a tranquil Japanese garden.
Kanazawa Castle Grounds
Enjoy free time near Kanazawa Castle to grab lunch from local restaurants before continuing your guided tour through its grounds.
Kenroku-en Garden
Discover Kenroku-en, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens. Explore ponds, seasonal landscapes, stone lanterns, and ancient trees while learning about traditional Japanese garden design principles.
Higashi Chaya District
Tour the Higashi Chaya District, Kanazawa’s renowned geisha quarter with beautifully preserved wooden tea houses lining historic streets. Browse local shops, admire architecture, and learn about the city's rich geisha culture.
Shima Geisha House
Visit Shima Geisha House, a well-preserved geisha residence in Japan. Explore its elegant interiors and understand how geishas entertained guests through music, dance, and refined hospitality during the Edo era.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Entry to Kenroku-en Garden
- Entry to Shima Geisha House
- Guided walking tour of Kanazawa
- Matcha tea experience
- Traditional wagashi sweets
- Lunch
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Must Know
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing as you'll be exploring Kanazawa's historic streets and gardens.
- Avoid bringing large luggage since navigating through narrow districts will require more hands-free mobility.
- Note that the matcha tea experience does not allow food or drinks, so plan accordingly for this part of your tour.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven paths and stairs; ensure you are prepared for extended walking distances.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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