Higashi Chaya gets the crowds, but Kazuemachi across the river is shorter, quieter and arguably prettier at dusk with the lanterns lit. Put both into one walk; they’re only a few minutes apart over the Asano bridge.
Captivating culinary exploration awaits as you venture through Kanazawa's vibrant Omicho Market and immerse yourself in the serene charm of the historic Higashi Chaya District.
Most Popular★ 4.9“An excellent tour. Saya was a well informed and very helpful guide. A really great way to start your time in Kanazawa.”
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77 reviews2 hoursFrom $47
Feast on the vibrant flavors of Kanazawa's culinary heritage with a guided tour that immerses you in the city's bustling markets and historic districts.
★ 5.0“Excellent tour and Catrina our guide was brilliant, very informative and easy to chat to. A lovely way to get a feel for the different parts of Kanazawa. David”
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58 reviewsFrom $44.25by Kanazawa Tours
Explore Kanazawa’s culinary and cultural gems with this 2-hour walking tour of Omicho Market and Higashi Chaya District, including sushi, sake, and traditional crafts.
★ 4.8“Yuji was fantastic. So lovely. Really enjoyable couple of hours. Would recommend.”
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13 reviews2 hoursFrom $35by Amazing Tour Japan
Lose yourself in Kanazawa's captivating past on this immersive half-day historical walking tour, where you'll uncover the city's hidden gems and savor local flavors.
★ 4.5“Our Guide Tetsuya was very friendly and knew a lot about Kanazawa, as it is his hometown. Although it rained a bit today, we enjoyed the tour and got a lot of information about the city. We could ask any question and at the end…”
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12 reviewsFrom $75.12by MagicalTrip Inc.
See Kanazawa’s geisha districts, Kenrokuen Garden, Seisonkaku Villa and castle grounds on a guided day walk from the station.
★ 5.0“What a very informative tour especially with Danial as our guide. Danial was very knowledgeable about the areas and provided many interesting facts that you would never know without a guide. I would highly recommend the tour and I suggest you request Danial.”
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8 reviewsFrom $150.09
Become immersed in the rich cultural heritage of Kanazawa through a captivating half-day private tour that unveils the city's iconic castle, enchanting garden, and charming geisha district.
★ 5.05 reviewsFrom $162.48by DeepExperience
Discover Kanazawa’s Geiko districts with a charming 2-hour walking tour led by an English-speaking guide, exploring historic streets and local customs.
★ 5.0“I can highly recommend this tour of the Geiko districts. I had no idea that Kanazawa had such a rich history of Geiko (often called Geisha in other areas of Japan) - I can now understand why people call Kanazawa 'Little Kyoto'. It was so…”
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1 reviewsFrom $36.01by Art of Geisha
Discover Kanazawa’s highlights with a private, flexible tour of Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and the geisha district, guided by a local expert.
From $198.15by Amazing Tour Japan