This tour mainly focuses on guiding you through Kenrokuen Garden and the Higashi Chaya District, two of Kanazawa’s most iconic and beautiful areas.
While walking at a relaxed pace, you will learn about local history, culture, and daily life, and enjoy the atmosphere of Kanazawa in the morning.
Other nearby landmarks may be introduced briefly depending on time and interest, but the main highlights of this tour are Kenrokuen Garden and Higashi Chaya District.
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Entrance fee for Kenrokuen and Ninja Remple and transporation fee is not included
Meeting Points
Departure
1
The meeting point is under the Tsuzumi-mon Gate at Kanazawa Station. This is the large wooden gate outside the station.
I will be waiting with a signboard.
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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May not be suitable for guests with multiple dietary restrictions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Omicho Market is known as Kanazawa’s kitchen and has been serving the city for over 300 years.
The market is filled with fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan, seasonal vegetables, local specialties, and traditional foods unique to the region.
Visitors can stroll through the lively narrow streets, enjoy street food, and experience the everyday atmosphere of local life in Kanazawa.
From fresh sushi and seafood bowls to local snacks, Omicho Market offers a taste of Kanazawa’s rich food culture.
1 hour
2
Higashi Chaya District
Higashi Chaya District is one of Kanazawa’s most beautiful and historic neighborhoods.
Once home to traditional teahouses, this area still preserves wooden buildings, stone-paved streets, and a calm atmosphere that reflects old Japan.
In the morning, the district is especially peaceful — perfect for walking, photography, and enjoying local sweets without large crowds.
It is also the best place to experience Kanazawa’s food culture, including gold leaf desserts, roasted tea drinks, and seasonal Japanese sweets.
This tour allows you to enjoy Higashi Chaya not just as a sightseeing spot, but as a place to relax, taste, and feel the local lifestyle.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
Kenrokuen Garden
Kenrokuen is one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, located in the heart of Kanazawa City.
The garden is famous for its spacious layout, beautiful ponds, elegant bridges, and carefully designed landscapes that change with every season.
In spring, cherry blossoms gently color the garden.
In summer, fresh greenery creates a peaceful atmosphere.
In autumn, vivid red and gold leaves reflect on the water.
In winter, the iconic yukitsuri ropes protect the pine trees from heavy snow, creating a truly magical scene unique to Kanazawa.
Kenrokuen is a place where visitors can slow down, enjoy nature, and experience the harmony of Japanese aesthetics and history.
Whether you visit in the morning light or during a quiet stroll, Kenrokuen offers a calm and unforgettable moment in your journey through Kanazawa.
1 hour and 30 minutes
4
Kanazawa Castle
Kanazawa Castle Park is a historic landmark in Kanazawa,
once home to the Maeda clan during the Edo period.
With its stone walls, gates, and peaceful atmosphere,
it’s a perfect place for a relaxing walk near Kenrokuen Garden.
30 minutes
5
Ruins of Nagamachi Bukeyashiki
The Nagamachi Samurai District is a historic area in Kanazawa
where samurai families once lived during the Edo period.
With its earthen walls, stone paths, and quiet streets,
it’s a perfect place to enjoy the atmosphere of old Japan.
30 minutes
Quiet Highlights Walking Tour in Kanazawa
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About
This tour mainly focuses on guiding you through Kenrokuen Garden and the Higashi Chaya District, two of Kanazawa’s most iconic and beautiful areas.
While walking at a relaxed pace, you will learn about local history, culture, and daily life, and enjoy the atmosphere of Kanazawa in the morning.
Other nearby landmarks may be introduced briefly depending on time and interest, but the main highlights of this tour are Kenrokuen Garden and Higashi Chaya District.
Highlights
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 4 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Gratuities
Entrance fee for Kenrokuen and Ninja Remple and transporation fee is not included
Meeting Points
Departure
1
The meeting point is under the Tsuzumi-mon Gate at Kanazawa Station. This is the large wooden gate outside the station.
I will be waiting with a signboard.
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