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Kazuemachi
Higashi chaya
Higashi Chaya
Nomura House
Nagamachi

Public walking Tour of Kanazawa's Historical Districts 4h

By Lucy
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$179 per adult
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Overview

The Kanazawa Historical Districts Tour offers a unique journey through time, immersing visitors in the rich cultural tapestry of one of Japan's best-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.

Activity location

  • Nagamachi Neighborhood
    • 3 Nagamachi,
    • Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mister Donut Kanazawa Musashi Shop
    • ８８番地 Aokusamachi
    • 920-0907, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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4 h Public walking Tour of Kanazawa's Historical Districts
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
NZ$178.94 x 1 AdultNZ$178.94
Total
Price is NZ$178.94
Until Wed, 25 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedprivate guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fee to the Nomura House and a Teahouse
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedinsurance

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Nagamachi Neighborhood
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
We will start our tour by travelling 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.
Oyama Shrine
  • 20m
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
Gyokusen-immaru Garden
  • 20m
Let's admire this beautiful garden who used to be the private garden of the Feudal Lords family.
Kanazawa Castle Park
  • 30m
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
Kazuemachi Tea House Street
  • 20m
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.
Higashichaya Old Town
  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket included
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.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESNagamachi Neighborhood
    • 3 Nagamachi,
    • Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMister Donut Kanazawa Musashi Shop
    • ８８番地 Aokusamachi
    • 920-0907, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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