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4 Hour Private Tour of the Historical Districts in Kanazawa
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4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: German, English, French
Overview
The Kanazawa Historical Districts Tour offers a unique journey through time, immersing visitors in the rich cultural tapestry of one of Japan's most well-preserved Edo-period cities. Unlike other tours, this experience highlights three distinct historical areas: the Nagamachi Samurai District, the Higashi Chaya Geisha District, and the Kazuemachi Chaya District. Wander through narrow cobblestone streets lined with traditional samurai residences, explore exquisitely preserved tea houses where geishas once entertained, and admire the serene beauty of ancient wooden buildings along the Asano River. The tour also includes insights into the city's artisanal crafts, such as gold leaf production and Kutani pottery, making it a comprehensive and immersive exploration of Kanazawa's historical and cultural heritage.
This tour is great for anyone who likes historical sites and wants some simple clues and explanations to understand ancient Japan better.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
We will meet at Omicho market, in front of the Mister Donuts shop at the bus stop. Your guide will wait for your with a sign written "LUCY" on it
Start time
09:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Your guide will wait for your in the lobby of your hotel with a sign written "LUCY" on it
What To Expect
Ruins of Nagamachi Bukeyashiki
We will start our tour by traveling back in time in the former "Samurai District". Here we will learn all about Samurai and the way they lived. Your guide will show you houses of high ranking and low ranking Samurais.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Oyama Shrine
Next stop is Oyama Shrine, one of the most popular Shrines for Locals. The Shrine is dedicated to the Samurai who founded the city in 1583
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Gyokusen-immaru Garden
Let's admire this beautiful garden who used to be the private garden of the Feudal Lords family.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kanazawa Castle Park
Kanazawa Castle was home to the Maeda family who ruled over this region during the Edo period. It was built in 1580 but suffered many devastating fires. The castle was rebuilt using the traditional techniques of the time
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kazuemachi Chayagai
The tea houses and historic buildings of the Kazue machi district, listed as Cultural Heritage of Japan since 2008, immerse you in a refined atmosphere filled with nostalgia.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Higashi Chaya District
Discover the most emblematic geisha district of Kanazawa. The district’s traditional wooden buildings and lattice-work windows retain the atmosphere of their 200-year history. Today, many of these buildings function as cafes, restaurants, sweet shops or craft shops, but some are still operating geiko teahouses. Higashi-Chaya has many shops selling gold-leaf products, in fact Kanazawa produces 99% of Japan's gold leaf production.
1 Hours 15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Lucy
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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