Private Tour
Kanazawa Full Day Tour (Private Guide)
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
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. KT have the renowned TripAdvisor Travellers Choice 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 your satisfaction. Collection and drop off at your hotel.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kenrokuen Garden
Since the Edo era Kenrokuen Garden has been regarded as one of the most beautiful feudal gardens in all of Japan. We will take you on a special tour of this remarkable garden
Kanazawa Castle
Feel the power and influence of the Lords of Kanazawa by visiting the Kanazawa Castle grounds and park area. View the beautiful white lead roof tiles, touch the formidable Ishikawa Mon gate, and enjoy the tranquility of Lord Maeda’s personal gardens.
What‘s Included
Professional Certified guide
Custom Itinerary
Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attractions
Optional Entrance Fees
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
9:30 AM
Pickup included
8:30 AM
Pickup included
Reviews
322 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A tour with knowledge, personal experiences and perfect English
mm02657,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nozomi Kondo is an incredible tour guide. Her knowledge of Kanazawa and national Japan history is beyond belief. She treated us as a friend rather than a customer for the tour she was giving of Kanazawa. She was funny at the same time. Plus her English was impeccable. I would definitely recommend her to give a tour of this lovely town.
Much seen and much learned.
birgitrU6776ZA,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to Ian Walker I spent a great day in Kanazawa. Much seen and much learned, with interesting details that I would otherwise have missed.
Outstanding tour by Nozomi Kondo
stephencO4336GC,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nozomi Kondo was outstanding: a bundle of madly enthusiastic energy and knowledge who went out of her way to ensure we saw what we wanted. Very highly recommended.
Excellent Kanazawa guide
H675FPjackiem,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sachito Nakai gave us a wonderful day experiencing many different Japanese artisan crafts. We spent time with a gifted Ceramic artist and a Kaganui master embroiderer. Both showed us their stunning work. Also visited Samurai house and a few other things. I would highly recommend this excellent guide.
Wonderful guide - fun and very informative
Paul w,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nozomi Kondo (our guide) was delightful and beautifully fluent ( trained as an interpreter ) - this made the whole day a real treat for us! We met two artisans ( one a master craftsman and the other almost a master as well) in their own studios - very intriguing and detailed explanation of their individual techniques and artwork (lacquer and silk painting artists respectively).
Don’t miss it!
Fiona M,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the benefit of a truly wonderful guide, Sachiko Nakai, to help us navigate Kanazawa with her grace, charm, knowledge and excellent English. We met two incredible artisans and Sachiko was invaluable with her translation skills. We enjoyed a typical Japanese lunch and a tour of the Samurai district, with Sachiko providing both history and stories to bring life and the Japanese past, to life. Perfect day with a perfect guide.
Get the full Kanazawa
thoriumr,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! Our guide was wonderful, giving us a 360° view on historical and present Japanese culture situated in Kanazawa. Our guide quickly helped us customize our tour and away we went, learning a great deal about the city and its history. Highly recommend.
Great day in Kanazawa with wonderful guide
jonathansP9590WW,,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent a lovely day with Ai in Kanazawa and had a wonderful time despite the full day of rain. We started at the Omicho Market and it was great having a local explain all the different types of food there (and encourage us to step out of our comfort zone to try different things!). We also visited the Kanazawa highlights (samurai district, geisha district, the Kenrokuen Gardens, Kimono Museum, etc) and appreciated Ai's knowledge, excellent communication skills, and flexibility in tailoring the itinerary to meet our interests. 5-star experience!
A wonderful historical and shopping adventure
JoyceM2939,,Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sachiko is a fabulous guide. We were a party of six and she was able to meet all of our needs, in addition to making sure we left with a greater appreciation of Kanazawa’s history. She is personable and witty. Would highly recommend requesting her!!!
Castle, gardens and artisans
Stephen D,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A well paced and informative tour with coffee and lunch stops. We saw the outside of the castle and then a video of the history followed by coffee in Kenrokuen gardens. We hit the sweet spot with Autumn colours. The udon lunch was really good and quickly served. In the afternoon we had an enjoyable and relaxed calligraphy session with a takeaway of our own work!! Then we visited a modern ceramacist in his workshop. A scientist before he took up ceramics and he clearly gave great thought to the design and process. Finally, we travelled back to the hotel in a gold leaf taxi! Lovely friendly guide who paced the day and didn’t overwhelm us with facts. Thank you
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