Private Tour

Kanazawa 4hr Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the beautiful town of Kanazawa on this customized, four-hour walking tour. Your government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide will efficiently provide views of the city that most tourist do not get to see.

Start your day by meeting your guide at your hotel, then visit possible sites such as Kenrokuen, one of the "Three Great Gardens of Japan"; the expansive Higashi Chaya District, a traditional teahouse district founded in the Edo Period; or the 21st Century Museum, a museum of contemporary art.

Let us know what you would like to experience, what time you would like to start your tour, and where you are staying, and we'll arrange a tour that's best for you!

Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.

Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kanazawa.

icensed Local English Speaking Guide

Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list

Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses

Private Vehicle

You cannot combine multiple tour groups.

Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Kenrokuen Garden

Kenrokuen (兼六園) in Kanazawa is justifiably classified as one of Japan's "three most beautiful landscape gardens" alongside Mito's Kairakuen and Okayama's Korakuen. The spacious grounds used to be the outer garden of Kanazawa Castle and were constructed by the ruling Maeda family over a period of nearly two centuries. Opened to the public in 1871, Kenrokuen features a variety of flowering trees which provide the garden with a different look for each season.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

D. T. Suzuki Museum

The D.T. Suzuki Museum (鈴木大拙館, Suzuki Daisetsu Kan) is a small museum commemorating the life and works of Suzuki Daisetz Teitaro (1870-1966), a prominent Buddhist philosopher. The museum was opened in 2011 in the district of Kanazawa where Suzuki was born, a ten minute walk from Kenrokuen. On display are exhibitions showcasing the writings of D.T. Suzuki which allow the visitor to learn more about his life and philosophy. In addition, the architecture of the museum serves as an interpretation of D.T. Suzuki's life and religious scholarship; its use of clean, simple lines and open spaces causes visitors to pause and reflect.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Options

Kanazawa 4hr Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

Pickup included

Reviews

4.82

77 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Kanazawa Walking tour
Sharon D,
Oct 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Yumiko was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable explaining historic details while also providing current perspectives of Japanese life. Highly recommend!
You need a tour of...
Jessica F,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
4.00
You need a tour of Kanazawa or you won’t know the hidden museums and shops. Till walk thru the park but not understand the why and how behind the architecture and designs
Yoshi was very kind and...
Tami A,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Yoshi was very kind and patient as we followed him thru the garden, geisha districts and castle in our rented kimonos. He even guided us to a delicious ramen shop for lunch. It was nice to have a guide for getting on and off of buses. Plan some cash for additional fees like a bus pass for the day, admission to the park and any geisha room visits.
Great tour and guide!
James L,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This tour was arranged very well in that we got to choose the locations we wanted to see and our guide, Yoshi, was very knowledgeable and helpful. At the end of the tour, he even dropped us in another area he thought we would enjoy and showed us how to get back to our hotel using the bus. Would definitely recommend this tour, especially with Yoshi.
Great day
kirstie T,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Such a great day! Highly recommended, would definitely use again. It’s difficult to fit everything in when coming off a cruise ship but we managed! Thank you!