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Explore the soul of Kanazawa through its food on this private, fully customizable tour led by a friendly government-licensed local guide. The highlight is Omicho Market, the city's lively kitchen for nearly 300 years, where narrow lanes overflow with the Sea of Japan's freshest catch. Your guide walks you through the bustling stalls, helps you choose the best spots, and introduces local specialties such as just-caught sushi, sweet snow crab, plump oysters and creamy sea urchin, explaining the seasonal catch and regional food culture while handling the ordering so you can simply relax and eat like a local. Because this is a private experience for your group only, the pace is entirely yours. Ask all the questions you like and let your guide tailor the day to your tastes, from market sampling to local sake and Kanazawa's refined Kaga cuisine. More than just a meal, it is a warm, personal welcome to Kanazawa.
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Kanazawa Omicho Market Food Private Tour with Licensed Guide
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This tour is designed for travelers who visit Nigata City by cruise ship. We will pick you up at Nigata Port or hotels near the port. Nigata City. Niigata is a beautiful city whose northwest faces the Sea of Japan. As one of Japan's leading agricultural cities, Niigata has a beautiful landscape of rice fields, well-known for its sake and rice heritage. Thanks to its abundant nature and perfect climate, Niigata became an agricultural powerhouse and historically acquired a reputation for its plentiful, abundant food output. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
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Niigata Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour, Licensed Guide
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Learn about the history of Kanazawa on this guided private tour with a government-licensed and English-speaking guide. Rest assured knowing that you will not have to worry about transportation during this tour as you will have a private vehicle. Enjoy the flexibility of being able to pick a set itinerary, or customize your own. Potential attractions include all Must-See spots in Kanazawa, so please explore at your own pace and visit sights such as Kenrokuen garden, one of the "Three Great Gardens of Japan"; the expansive Higashi Chaya District, a traditional teahouse district founded in the Edo Period; Omicho Market, Kanazawa's largest fresh food market; Nagamachi Samurai district.
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Kanazawa Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
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Kanazawa is home to stroll gardens, teahouses, and magnificent architecture that dates back to the Edo Period, but understanding the history behind its most notable sites requires a lot of research. Save yourself time, and learn about Kanazawa from a local’s perspective by going on a customized walking tour. You can select the places you visit—such as Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle—then a private guide provides fascinating commentary and cultural insights along the way.
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Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
4 to 6 hours
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Enjoy a private, full day walking tour of Niigata with a government-licensed and multilingual guide. Niigata is a beautiful city located on Japan's northwest coast, facing the Sea of Japan. Its perfect climate and verdant landscape helped to make it an agricultural powerhouse, known for its long heritage of rice and sake production. Lets us know your interests and your guide will customize a tour that is made specifically for you.
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Niigata Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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Get the most out of your time in Kanazawa by exploring the city with a private guide. Discover insights about the city that you might not hear otherwise, and benefit from the flexibility of being able to customize the itinerary. Potential places to visit include a traditional teahouse area—the Higashi Chaya District, Myoryuji Temple, Kanazawa Castle, and Oyama Shrine.
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Kanazawa Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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Kitsuki, often referred to as a "Little Kyoto," invites you to discover its captivating history and unique landscape. This walking tour explores beautifully preserved samurai districts and the bustling merchant valley, where every stone and lane tells a story. Visit several magnificent samurai residences to understand the lives of feudal lords and their retainers. Experience tranquility with a traditional tea ceremony at a local tea shop before concluding your journey at a cozy samurai castle, offering stunning views of the sea. Immerse yourself in the authentic culture of the samurai era with insights from your personal expert guide. - Discover Kitsuki, a town renowned for its samurai history and architecture. - Visit historic samurai residences to learn about feudal life. - Participate in a serene tea ceremony at a local tea shop. - End your tour at Kitsuki Castle, the smallest castle in Japan.
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Kitsuki Castle Town Private Tour & Cultural Experience
5 to 6 hours
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Skip crowded sightseeing buses and explore Nikko in comfort with this private day tour from Tokyo. With private transportation included, you can relax and focus on the sights, rather than figuring out local bus and train routes. Along the way, visit top attractions such as Toshogu Shrine, Rinno-ji Temple, and Kegon Falls, with a guide to provide local context. The itinerary can also be customized to match your interests.
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Nikko Private Tour With English Speaking Driver
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This tour takes you into Gokayama, a quieter World Heritage region where traditional gassho-style houses remain part of daily life. Walking through Ainokura Village and viewing Suganuma from a different perspective, you will experience a landscape shaped by nature and long-standing traditions. A visit to a historical exile hut adds a deeper cultural layer, offering insight into a lesser-known aspect of Japan’s past in this remote setting. The experience is completed with a local meal at a farm restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional dishes passed down through generations, prepared with ingredients from the surrounding area. Designed for cruise passengers arriving at Fushiki Port, this tour combines efficient travel with meaningful cultural experiences.
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Toyama Gokayama World Heritage Villages and Historic Exile Sites
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Since the old days, traditional Japanese culture has been very much a part of daily life in Kanazawa. Its profound charm is attracting attention from overseas. Kanazawa is well known for its sophisticated food and tea culture. The secret of the popularity of the Kanazawa's cuisine is that it is not just about its taste, but is packed with many Japanese elements such as the spirit of hospitality, the beauty of tea utensils, and traditional methods. This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover lots of Kanazawa's dietary highlights in a day. Avoid the potential confusion of public transportation system, and travel comfortably with your private local guide. Note: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
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Kanazawa Local Food & Tea Culture Tour with Licensed Guide
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Please note that even if you select “Tour Language: English(written),” the driver speaks Japanese only. Communication will be supported using a translation app, and English tour information will be provided in advance. Discover the charm of Niigata with this private shore excursion tailored for cruise passengers. Enjoy a flexible itinerary that showcases historic landmarks, traditional architecture, and local culture while traveling in a comfortable private vehicle. With dedicated round-trip transport from Niigata Port, this experience allows you to explore at your leisure without the constraints of larger group tours. Perfect for couples, families, and small groups, this tour ensures comfort and efficiency, with a timely return to the port for your cruise. - Private vehicle for a relaxed and personalized tour experience - Explore Niigata's historic sites and local culture at your own pace - Ideal for couples, families, and small groups seeking comfort
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Private Niigata Shore Excursion Your Own Pace
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This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover this beautiful town of Kanazawa's highlights in a day. Avoid the potential confusion of local bus system, and travel comfortably in a private vehicle instead. Enjoy the flexibility of being able to pick a set itinerary, or customize your own. Potential attractions include all Must-See spots in Kanazawa, so please explore at your own pace and visit sights such as Kenrokuen garden, one of the "Three Great Gardens of Japan"; the expansive Higashi Chaya District, a traditional teahouse district founded in the Edo Period; Omicho Market, Kanazawa's largest fresh food market; Nagamachi Samurai district. Your English speaking driver will fully support your six-hours tour. Note*: Tour details has a possibility of change depending on the place of your meeting point and traffic conditions. Please feel free to ask us if you have any special request for your itinerary. We will do our best to meet your request.
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Kanazawa Customized Car Tour: English Driver, No Guide
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Japan's most scenic mountains by historic trolley train. Ride the 1953 Black Valley Gorge Railway along dramatic cliffs beside the emerald Kurobe River, with chances to spot wild monkeys. At Nekomata Station, the only station in Japan with “cat” in its name, enjoy a 20-minute stop for photos of deep gorges and towering peaks. This limited service makes the experience truly special. Back in Unazuki Onsen, explore the hot spring town with four free foot baths and mountain views. This is more than sightseeing—it's a journey through untouched nature. If departing from Toyama Station, public transport is fine. For cruise port pick-up, please select the “for Cruise Travelers” option.
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Kurobe Gorge Railway Private Tour
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Discover the cultural highlights of Kanazawa on this private sightseeing tour, ideal for cruise passengers arriving at Kanazawa Port. Travel comfortably by private vehicle, and explore three of the city's most iconic locations in just a few hours. Visit the historic Higashi Chaya geisha district, stroll through the renowned Kenrokuen Garden, and learn about samurai heritage in the Nagamachi district. Enjoy a flexible and personalized experience with your own local guide. • Explore Kanazawa’s top cultural sites on a half-day private tour • Private vehicle ensures a relaxed, efficient visit • Choose from morning or early afternoon departure times • Get local insight and historical context from your private guide
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Private Sightseeing Tour from Kanazawa Port / Private Vehicle
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Recently spotted on SNS, Sado / Minami Sado area. In response to the request that the regular sightseeing buses are a little inconvenient for going to Sukunegi, Yajima Kyoshima, etc., we started operation of the “Shuttle for Ogi” in September 2019. From Tabino Hotel Sado-Sawada-Mano to Ogi. It is also available for those who board a ship from Ogi Port and those who get off at Ogi Port. Of course, it is possible to get off along the route. It runs every Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. When using, please make a reservation by 17:00 the day before.
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Seasonal shuttle to Minami-Sado
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Please note that even if you select “Tour Language: English(written),” the driver speaks Japanese only. Communication will be supported using a translation app, and English tour information will be provided in advance. This 4-hour express route is ideal for cruise guests who want Kanazawa’s essentials in a short time. Stroll one of Japan’s top gardens, Kenrokuen, then explore the beautifully preserved Higashi Chaya District. Stop at Hakuichi Higashiyama Store for Kanazawa’s famous gold leaf crafts and souvenirs, then grab a quick light meal either in the city center or near the port before returning to Kanazawa Port.
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Kanazawa Express (4h): Kenrokuen & Higashi Chaya
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Simplify your visit to Sado Island from Niigata City on a guided day tour. After catching the ferry over from the mainland (extra cost), you can choose 3–4 different attractions that you most want to visit. Depending on your interests, you could check out the Sado Gold Mine, the Museum of History and Folklore, the island’s lovely parks, and more. Get away from the crowds at this less-visited destination.
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Sado Island in 1 Day by Private Car with Licensed Guide
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Step away from the crowds and discover a quieter, more soulful side of Japan. This journey takes us into Kanazawa’s countryside, where nature, craftsmanship, and spirituality shape everyday life. We begin at the Hanibe Caves, a former stone-cutting site turned into a fascinating and eerie space filled with statues and carvings created as prayers for world peace. Next is Natadera Temple, dramatically set among cliffs and forest, where striking rock formations blend seamlessly with spiritual architecture—one of Japan’s most memorable temple experiences. At Hiyo Moss Garden, we slow down and let the soothing green landscape calm the mind, embracing the Japanese belief in nature’s healing power. We end in Yamanaka Onsen, a charming hot spring town with over 1,300 years of history, known for its relaxed atmosphere, scenic beauty, soothing waters, and refined lacquerware that celebrates the natural grain of wood. A day of hidden places, quiet beauty, and lasting impressions.
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Yamanaka Onsen and local crafts Tour from Kanazawa by private car
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The kimono is the beautiful traditional dress of Japan! On this 6-hour walking tour, you can experience wearing a Kimono. You will be dressed by a professional and have your hair done in a simple hairstyle. It will take about one hour to change for one group (including a simple hair set for women). Afterward, you can walk around Kanazawa and take photos. Please bring your camera! Kanazawa is well known for its sophisticated food and tea culture. The secret of the popularity of Kanazawa's cuisine is that it is not just about its taste, but is packed with many Japanese elements such as the spirit of hospitality, the beauty of tea utensils, and traditional methods.
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Kanazawa Customized Tour & Kimono with Licensed Guide
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This tour is designed as an immersive cultural experience rather than a standard sightseeing walk. Instead of simply listing historical facts, we focus on storytelling, context, and human drama to help you understand how samurai culture shaped Kanazawa’s identity. The guides are selected not only for their knowledge but for their ability to engage, adapt, and create memorable moments tailored to each group.
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Kanazawa Curated Samurai 4-Hour Private Tour
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Discover the natural beauty and cultural treasures of the Mt. Fuji area on this private 5-hour shore tour. Perfect for cruise passengers, this experience combines iconic landscapes, serene shrines, and breathtaking waterfalls—all with the comfort of a chartered vehicle and the guidance of an English-speaking expert. Starting from Shimizu Port, your journey takes you through three of Fujinomiya’s most beloved sights. You’ll admire panoramic views of Mt. Fuji (weather permitting), enjoy peaceful moments by the water, and learn about Japan’s traditions at one of its most revered shrines. Notes: Visibility of Mt. Fuji depends on weather conditions. Wheelchair accessible, except close-up access at Shiraito Falls.
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Private Shore Tour: Mt. Fuji Highlights from Shimizu Port
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Discover the cultural gems of Kanazawa on this flexible Private Shore Tour. With a professional local guide, explore two of the city’s top sights — from the elegant Geisha District and peaceful Samurai District to the famous Kenrokuen Garden and vibrant Omicho Market. Whether you choose your own route or let us customize it for you, this 4-hour tour is perfect for first-time visitors. Enjoy authentic stories, local life, and beautiful cityscapes before returning comfortably to your ship or hotel.
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Private Shore Tour Half Day of Kanazawa Highlights
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The tour begins with a visit to Kenrokuen Garden, considered one of the most scenic spots in Japan, where visitors can see the seasonal expressions of the Kaga feudal lords who ruled the area. The next stop is the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, where visitors can experience contemporary art. The circular building has an open design with a natural connection between inside and outside, creating a sense of unity with the city. Inside, visitors can enjoy works by internationally acclaimed artists and hands-on exhibits. The building itself is also attracting attention as a work of art.Visitors can also take part in an optional experience using gold leaf, which is unique to Kanazawa, known as one of the leading gold leaf production centers in Japan.Why not spend a day in Kanazawa experiencing history, culture, and art? *21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art is closed on Mondays. Visitors will be taken to a different location for tours on days when the museum is closed.
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7h Kanazawa Private Tour
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Discover the heart and soul of Kanazawa with a journey that blends nature, craftsmanship, cuisine, and history. Stroll through the breathtaking Kenrokuen Garden. Step into the world of gold leaf at Imai Gold Leaf, meeting artisans who keep this shimmering tradition alive. End your day wandering the charming Higashi Chaya and Kazue-machi Chaya districts, where time seems to slow amid teahouses, narrow lanes, and hidden gems.
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Kanazawa Highlight by Private Car
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