Kanazawa

Full day in Kanazawa

Flexible Full-Day Discovery • 8 hours 5.0 (38)

Full day in Kanazawa

Embark on the ultimate full-day tour, exploring top attractions and secret treasures, including encounters with geisha and samurai.

If you have time, consider making the one hour journey to the historic, picturesque villages of Shirakawago

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

See an area of Kanazawa chosen by your knowledgeable host, but visit locations tailored to your interests
Explore central Kanazawa’s attractions, or head off the beaten track to hidden gems recommended by your host (or do a bit of both!)
Grab a bite at the “Kitchen of Kanazawa”, Omicho Market, the most popular market in the city
See several of the city’s unmissable sights, like Oyama Shrine and Kanazawa Castle
Have your local host share plenty of tips and recommendations for the rest of your trip

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

8 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience

8 hours with a host

Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

Food and drinks (but you can pre-book your lunch with us, simply contact hello@cityunscripted.com)

Tickets to any attractions

Transportation costs

Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Kanazawa Station Information Center - The host will be waiting in front of it by the main entrance.

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Kyoto who? With its perfectly preserved samurai and geisha districts (you could see them both), Kanazawa is just as much a cultural jewel as its more famous cousin, with attractions your local host is eager to share with you. You might want to see the city’s shrines and temples, like Oyama Shrine (its gate marries elements of Japanese and Chinese architecture) and Tentokuin temple, built in the 17th century by the Maeda samurai clan. Speaking of the Maeda clan, Kanazawa Castle, the clan’s historic seat of power, is a must-visit, but so are the city’s modern attractions, like Omicho Market and its famous croquettes – it’s not called the “Kitchen of Kanazawa” for nothing! – or the trendy cafes and stores lining the crowded Katamachi shopping district, a small slice of the big city.

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What travelers think of this experience

Laura Mar 2025

Our guide Akari, meaning light, was exactly that. Brought light to our day, some history of samurai and geisha and logistics getting around, seeing our sights and trying new things! also excellent photographer! gardens and castle were awesome!

Riley Jan 2025

This city tour offers a perfect blend of old and new. We loved the well-preserved samurai district, beautiful Kenrokuen Garden, and artisan shops.

Riley Jan 2025

We only had one day in Kanazawa and we’re trying to see it all. Our guide organised the day perfectly. We had a great time.

Louis Nov 2024

Our guide Rimiko was really knowledgeable about all aspects of our tour, providing just the right information at the right time and in a very nice way. Her English was perfect and she paid a lot attention to details and always make sure we were happy. Great tour - great guide!

Julienne Nov 2024

Rimiko is truly amazing. She made my trip to Kanazawa absolutely delightful and she was very helpful every step of the way. The best part was when she initiated contact to discuss expectations and what you wanted to see and experience. Other guides do this last minute but with her she did it way advance. During the tour she explained things well and overall she made the whole experience so wonderful that I plan to stay longer in Kanazawa next time. Value for money 100% Value for experience 100% She's definitely my favourite guide.

Julienne Nov 2024

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