1 Day Trip All Around Kanazawa City

Discover Kanazawa in a day with our all-inclusive tour, designed to show you what this vibrant city offers. From the moment you start, you're equipped with a day pass for easy transportation, letting you hop from one attraction to the next without a hitch. Your journey begins at the Kanazawa 21st Century Museum, a place where art breaks the bounds of time and space, captivating your imagination. As you move on, step into the life of the samurai at the Nagamachi Samurai District and explore the historical Nomura Samurai House, offering a glimpse into Japan's storied past.

The adventure continues at Omicho Market, known as Kanazawa's kitchen, where the air is filled with the scent of fresh seafood and the buzz of local life. Here, you can taste the city's culinary pride, kaisendon, a sumptuous bowl of rice crowned with fresh sashimi. Afterward, lose yourself to the natural beauty of Kanazawa Castle's Gyokuseninmaru Garden and Kenrokuen, one of Japan's three most beautiful gardens, where every view is a masterpiece. Cap off the day with a leisurely stroll through the Chaya districts, where the charm of old Kanazawa lives on. 

Tour Highlights

• One-day transportation ticket included

• Visits to historical and modern sites

• Explore Nagamachi Samurai District and Nomura Samurai House

• Experience Omicho Market's vibrant food scene

• Enjoy the beauty of Gyokuseninmaru Garden and Kenrokuen

• Stroll through charming chaya districts for unique souvenirs

What's Covered

• Admission fee

• English guide

• Bottled water

• Round-trip transportation

What's Extra

• Lunch

• Beverages

• Admission fee for Kanazawa 21st Century Museum

Kanazawa Day Tour Itinerary

Morning Session

• 09:00 AM: Meet at JR Kanazawa Station (Tsuzumi Mon)

• 09:15 - 10:00 AM: Visit Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

• 10:30 - 11:30 AM: Explore Nagamachi Samurai District

Midday Break

• 12:00 - 13:00 PM: Lunch at Omicho Market (on your own)

Afternoon Exploration

• 13:15 - 14:00 PM: Discover Kanazawa Castle & Gyokuseninmaru Garden

• 14:00 - 15:00 PM: Stroll through Kenrokuen Garden

• 15:15 - 16:00 PM: Visit Kazuemachi Chaya District

• 16:00 - 16:45 PM: Explore Higashi Chaya District

Conclusion

• 17:00 PM: Return to JR Kanazawa Station

Essentials to Know Before Booking

• Receive your tour voucher via email and present it at the start.

• Enjoy the exclusivity of a private tour with just your group.

• Tailor the tour to your interests with advance requests.

• Your guide is ready to adapt the itinerary even on the tour day.

• Skipping destinations is allowed, but without a refund.

• Additional site visits can be included with on-site fee payment.

• The tour uses public transit; seating is not guaranteed.

• Punctuality is essential for tour commencement.

• Anticipate larger crowds on weekends and holidays.

• Tour schedule may adjust due to traffic or other disruptions.

• No refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.

• Tours canceled due to natural disasters will be fully refunded.

• Secure your valuables personally throughout the tour.

Meeting Point

Location: JR Kanazawa Station Under the Tsuzumi Mon

Address: 2 Kinoshinbomachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Kanazawa, Japan

Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts.

Cancellation Policy

15+ days before: Full refund.

3 to 14 days before: 20% cancellation fee.

2 days before: 50% cancellation fee.

Day before or day of: No refund.

Related Read: Kenrokuen Garden and Beyond: A Comprehensive Guide to Kanazawa