Kanazawa tours, things to do and tickets

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The places below are examples of what you may choose to see on the day, during this 4-hour tour.

Higashi Chaya District (and Kazue Machi)
The most famous tea district and Geisha/Geiko area in Kanazawa. It is also the home of Kinpaku (Gold leaf crafts). You will have the option to make your own gold leaf creation there.It is also possible to drink authentic green macha tea.

The Samurai District
Visit the streets where the Samurai lived. You will enter the houses of the Ashigaru (footsoldiers), and then view the larger residences of the more powerful samurai.

You will have the option of entering the Nomura Samurai house. A kutani pottery museum and tea gardens are also en-route. There is also the option of taking a break for tea or a bite to eat here.

Kenrokuen Gardens
The famous gardens of the six attributes, facing Kanazawa Castle and Utatsu Mountain.There are opportunities to take a break, and to enjoy tea ceremony.

Experience the highlights of Kanazawa on our special, award winning, one day tour. Our professional guide will take you on a memorable tour of Kanazawa's unforgettable sights. KWT have the renowned tripadvisor certificate of excellence in Kanazawa. Your guide will take you to the highlights of Kanazawa and customize the tour to your desire. Professional guides will tailor the tour to your needs and ensure you are satisfied. Collection and drop off at your hotel.

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This is a bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station where you can enjoy the World Heritage Sites of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama's gassho-zukuri villages in one day. This tour is safe for foreigners as English-speaking staff will accompany you. On the bus, your guide will hand out walking maps of each tourist spot. The guide will give you information on sights to see and souvenirs in advance, so you can enjoy your walk efficiently. Lunch is a Japanese set meal packed with local cuisine from the Hida region and mountain delicacies. You don't have to worry about meals, so you can take a leisurely stroll.
The tour ends (arriving at Kanazawa Station) at 4:30 p.m.


07:50　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Meet at JR Kanazawa Station.Meet at Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) group bus stop.
08:00 Depart from JR Kanazawa Station
09:20 - 09:40 Roadside Station "Shirakawago"
09:45 - 12:05 Free stroll in Shirakawago
12:05 - 12:50 Lunch
13:25 - 13:55 Free walk in Gokayama Kaminashi district
14:05 - 15:05 Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village Free Stroll
16:30 Arrival JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group bus boarding area

*The schedule may be subject to change or cancellation depending on road conditions, weather, etc.
*Roadside Station Shirakawago is closed from December 29th to January 1st. On regular holidays, we will stop at Yottekare Johana (Toyama Prefecture).
*Guidance to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck may not be possible due to road conditions. There are no refunds associated with this. (See notes below)
*Meals are not included for infants. Only the bus seat fee will be charged. If you require infant meals, please book as a child.

Notes
It is no longer possible to take a bus to the Shirakawago Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck as originally planned. Please climb up to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck on your own. The walk is about 10 to 15 minutes one way. The paid shuttle bus costs 200 yen one way (payable locally).

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This tour is a bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station. We will visit Shirakawa-go, a world heritage site that is very popular among foreigners, and Hida Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. Foreigners can also participate with peace of mind, as English-speaking staff will accompany them. On the bus, your guide will hand out walking maps of each tourist spot. The guide will give you information on sights to see and souvenirs in advance, so you can enjoy your walk efficiently. Lunch is a Japanese set meal packed with local cuisine from the Hida region and mountain delicacies. You don't have to worry about meals, so you can take a leisurely stroll.
The tour ends (arriving at Kanazawa Station) at 5:30 p.m.


07:50 Meet at JR Kanazawa Station Group bus boarding area at Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit)
08:00 Depart from JR Kanazawa Station
09:20 - 09:40 Roadside Station "Shirakawago"
09:45 - 11:45 Free stroll in Shirakawago
11:45 - 12:30 Lunch
13:30 - 15:15 Hida Takayama free stroll
17:30 Arrival JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group bus boarding area

*The schedule may be subject to change or cancellation depending on road conditions, weather, etc.
*Roadside Station Shirakawago is closed from December 29th to January 1st. On regular holidays, we will stop at Yottekare Johana (Toyama Prefecture).
*Guidance to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck may not be possible due to road conditions. There are no refunds associated with this. (See notes below)
*Meals are not included for infants. Only the bus seat fee will be charged. If you require infant meals, please book as a child.

Notes
It is no longer possible to take a bus to the Shirakawago Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck as originally planned. Please climb up to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck on your own. The walk is about 10 to 15 minutes one way. The paid shuttle bus costs 200 yen one way (payable locally).

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Explore the Geisha districts after dark, hear the tales of what actually went on in this district during the Edo period. Our professionally guided tour will take you through the 2 most beautiful Geisha districts of Kanazawa and then we'll sit down with fellow travellers to a full course traditional meal and drinks(included in tour price).
The tour duration is 2.5 hours. You will get the chance to explore the cultural background of these unique districts and get to sample some of the local dishes available in this area. Our night tour groups are small(usually 3 - 8 people) and include a dedicated professional guide to explain the locations and the dishes.
If the min. a number of guests (3 people) do not book on a day, we will let you know, and the tour will be upgraded/cancelled/converted to a different tour.

We are based in the Hokuriku region and are well aware of the hidden beauty of this region. As we have been in this field for many years, our service will define itself.

Travelers to this region will be welcomed and will visualize the natural beauty, and traditional Japanese culture by visitIng The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go, Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory, following Takayama towns’ must-see attractions and learn more about their culture and history along the way. We have a well-trained and organized English-speaking driver as guide.

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Explore the beautiful villages and towns of Shirakawa-go, Hida Furukawa and Takayama on our 9-hour package tour with access to a private vehicle exclusively for you and your fellow travelers. Our English-speaking driver will take you first to the World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go, followed by the fairy-tale village of Hida Furukawa, then onto the famous town of Takayama.

This is a one-day, 7-hour tour around Hokuriku's first castle town, "Kanazawa," with a local guide.

Kanazawa is said to be the origin of the city that Kanazawa Mido used as a base of missionary work in Honjyo in the middle of the 16th century. Later in the 16th century, Maeda Toshiya established Kanazawa castle in this area, and since then it developed as the castle town of Kaga Hyakumaishi, prospering from the 17th century during the Edo era to the end of the 19th century. After Edo (Tokyo) and Osaka, alongside the big cities of the scale after Kyoto, it is said that there was this. The samurai city formed around the castle as a vibrant merchant city, and a temple town which was arranged to protect the castle. The atmosphere of the castle town still remains as a place where Japanese culture is beautifully on display.

Be enthralled by the intricate woodwork of Takayama and explore the mountain village of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a guided trip from Takayama.

This is a weekend-only bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station. This tour will visit Shirakawa-go, a world heritage site. This tour is safe for foreigners as English-speaking staff will accompany you. Your guide will hand out walking maps on the bus. We will also give you information on things to see and souvenirs in advance. Lunch is a Japanese set meal packed with local cuisine from the Hida region and mountain delicacies. You don't have to worry about meals, so you can take a leisurely stroll.

This is a bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station at 9:30. It is also possible to take a day trip from Tokyo, Nagano, Osaka, and Kyoto using the Hokuriku Shinkansen or limited express Thunderbird. The tour is scheduled to end at 3:40 p.m. After enjoying sightseeing and shopping in Kanazawa, you can return to Tokyo, Nagano, Osaka, or Kyoto.


09:20 Meet at JR Kanazawa Station Meet at Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) group bus stop
09:30 Depart from JR Kanazawa Station
10:50 - 11:10 Roadside Station "Shirakawago"
11:15 - 12:00 Lunch
12:00 - 14:10 Free stroll around Shirakawago
15:40 Arrival JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group bus boarding area

*The schedule may be subject to change or cancellation depending on road conditions, weather, etc.
*Roadside Station Shirakawago is closed from December 29th to January 1st. On regular holidays, we will stop at Yottekare Johana (Toyama Prefecture).
*Guidance to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck may not be possible due to road conditions. There are no refunds associated with this. (See notes below)
*Meals are not included for infants. Only the bus seat fee will be charged. If you require infant meals, please book as a child.

Notes
It is no longer possible to take a bus to the Shirakawago Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck as originally planned. Please climb up to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck on your own. The walk is about 10 to 15 minutes one way. The paid shuttle bus costs 200 yen one way (payable locally).