Kanazawa Must-See Spots Full Day Tour

Our tour offers the best route to some of Kanazawa's must-see spots and many of its lesser known gems, in one day on foot. Our knowledgeable guides will ensure you come away with an enriched understanding of the culture of Kanazawa. Guests will also have the opportunity to go inside a teahouse that once held actual geisha performances and have time, after a guided tour, to explore the geisha district by yourself. This tour also go deeper into Kenrokuen and go inside the daimyo's mother's villa, often missed by guests in Kanazawa. Please consider participating in this tour if you want to make the best of your time in Kanazawa on a course that is fairly exhaustive but not exhausting.

1. 1

   Kazuemachi Chayagai

   Pass by

   This is the first 'geisha' district that you will see and its small streets make you feel transported back to a different time. There are many places to take great pictures so find your best shot!

2. 2

   Stop 2

   2 hours

   After passing through the other geisha district, Kazuemachi, you will get a chance to see the amazing traditional district of Higashichaya. Originally only tea houses meant for the business of geisha entertainment, you will get to enter one of these buildings and see the quiet glamor. This is also the place where you will have lunch.

3. 3

   Kenrokuen Garden

   1.5 hours

   This is considered one of the best gardens in Japan and you will follow your guide around as you explore the grounds. You will also be taken inside of Seisonkaku, a villa used by the daimyo's mother, and learn more about the history of the lord and the region.

4. 4

   Kanazawa Castle

   Pass by

   The castle is a grand example of the power of the daimyo. It is also considered a museum of stone walls due to the diversity of different ages that still remain. Your guide will paint the picture of the castle and its place in history.

5. 5

   Oyama Shrine

   20 min

   This is where the first daimyo is revered and is one of the most important shrines in the city. Don't miss the small garden that makes it quite unusual for a shrine.

6. 6

   Omicho Market

   Pass by

   This is a market famous for its fish that has existed since the late 1600s. You will pass through it on your way back to the station. Feel free to leave the tour here if you want to have dinner or if it is close to your hotel.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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