Top Chubu Tours by Duration - page 8

Make the most of your time in Kanazawa with this private half-day tour, tailored entirely to your interests and preferred travel style—by taxi, on foot. In just a few hours, explore Kanazawa’s cultural highlights, atmospheric districts, and lesser-known backstreets with the insight of a knowledgeable local guide. Your itinerary is fully flexible. Visit iconic places such as Kenrokuen Garden, wander the historic lanes of the Higashi Chaya District, step inside traditional crafts workshops, or explore the preserved samurai neighborhood of Nagamachi. You may also discover markets, small local shrines, and artisan shops along the way. Whether your interests are architecture, cuisine, crafts, or culture, your guide will shape the experience to match your pace and preferences, ensuring a meaningful introduction to the city without feeling rushed.

Embark on a unique journey starting with the visit to the charming village of Shirakawago. A magical place designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its gassho-zukuri houses with steep thatched roofs evoke a landscape frozen in time. Enjoy free time to explore the village at your own pace and savor a traditional lunch surrounded by a dreamlike setting. Begin your day at the majestic Kenrokuen Garden, a peaceful haven famous for its harmony between nature and Japanese art. Stroll among crystal-clear ponds, stone bridges, and centuries-old trees. Continue the experience in the Higashi Chaya district, where cobblestone streets and traditional teahouses will transport you to the era of geishas, offering a unique atmosphere full of history and elegance. This tour offers an immersive experience of Japan’s culture and heritage.

Embark on a unique journey starting with the visit to the charming village of Shirakawago. A magical place designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its gassho-zukuri houses with steep thatched roofs evoke a landscape frozen in time. Enjoy free time to explore the village at your own pace and savor a traditional lunch surrounded by a dreamlike setting. Begin your day at the majestic Kenrokuen Garden, a peaceful haven famous for its harmony between nature and Japanese art. Stroll among crystal-clear ponds, stone bridges, and centuries-old trees. Continue the experience in Higashi Chaya district, where cobblestone streets and traditional teahouses will transport you to the era of geishas, offering a unique atmosphere full of history and elegance. This tour offers an immersive experience of Japan’s culture and heritage.

Meet your guide at the iconic Tsuzumimon Gate of Kanazawa Station and set off on a running tour through the city. Follow your guide along a route that weaves through historic landmarks and the everyday streets where people actually live. Rather than rushing through tourist spots, proceed at the city's own pace. Take in the tranquil flow of the Saigawa River, the morning light filtering through Higashi Chaya District, the greenery around Kenroku-en Garden, and the unassuming sounds of daily life in residential areas just waking up. Run along paths locals use as part of their daily routine. Distances range from 5 km to 20 km and can be customized to suit your pace, fitness level, and preferences. After the run, head to a café near Kanazawa Station. Sip a drink with a distinct Kanazawa flavor while reflecting on the route you've just covered.

Atami has a long history of being a retreat destination and has attracted many VIPs in Japan. There are many small local shops providing quality ingredients, food and more to traditional ryokans (inns) with high standards, as well as serving local residents of Atami. This small-group walking tour is to visit three local specialty shops, learning about history, products and more (including free samples!) through engaging in an informal conversation with shop owners, while an English-speaking guide accompanying the guests. Three shops will be selected on a rotational basis, but they include Green Tea/seaweed shop, Wasabi Zuke (pickles) shop, Katsuobushi (bonito/skipjack tuna used for Japanese soup stock) and Tofu shop. This is a great opportunity to explore Atami’s culinary culture and to immerse yourself in authentic life of Atami locals.

Discover the sake heritage of Niigata, widely regarded as Japan's premier sake producing region, on this relaxed private walking tour led by a friendly, government licensed local guide. Niigata's cold, snowy winters, pure water and high quality rice create its famously clean, crisp and dry 'tanrei karakuchi' sake. Starting near Niigata Station, visit Ponshukan, a unique tasting hall where you can sample a vast selection of local brews from across the prefecture, then tour a historic working sake brewery to see how premium sake is crafted and enjoy a guided tasting. Throughout the day your guide shares the stories and food pairings behind Niigata's beloved sake. Because this is a private tour, the pace and route are yours: linger where you like, ask all the questions you want, and customize the day to your tastes. Whether you are a curious first-timer or a passionate sake lover, it is a warm, local way to experience Niigata.

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.

If you are a wine lover, Katsunuma Koshu region wineries are a must. The Koshu region has a lot of great wine makers and we have chosen our top 10 for you to pick from to visit. Your guide and driver can bring you to 3 to 5 wineries on this tour! This is full day tour, so you can relax and enjoy your wine. Have fun "Winery hopping". We hope to guide you soon! Maximum 7 participants per tour. If you are travelling with children ages 0-6, please inform us when you make the reservation. No more than 2 car seats available for each vehicle. Infant child seats may not be available.

Begin your tour at the Kehi Jingu Shrine, one of Japan’s three great torii gates. Walk under the massive wooden structure and explore a serene forested shrine complex. Continue to the Tsuruga Red Brick Warehouse, a beautifully preserved site that now hosts cafés, local art shops, and maritime exhibits. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the waterfront with sea breezes and a view of passing ships. Next, learn about Tsuruga's unique role as a humanitarian gateway at the Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum. Hear the inspiring story of Jewish refugees who arrived here during WWII thanks to Chiune Sugihara’s transit visas. Finish with a visit to the Tsuruga Fish Market or a local seafood restaurant to enjoy specialties like grilled mackerel (saba) or seasonal crab, caught fresh from the Sea of Japan.

In four hours, immerse yourself in traditional and exceptional Japan. You will have the opportunity to gain a deep understanding of Japanese culture, both past and present, and the daily life of the Japanese people today. Your guide will answer your many questions and share their passion and knowledge with you. During this tour, you will also meet many locals. An experienced and passionate guide who has lived in Kanazawa for over 10 years, specialising in social and cultural anthropology of Japan, history, culture and sociology. Passionate about photography, cinema, literature, design, art and crafts, and a practitioner of several traditional Japanese arts (Kyudo, tea ceremony), he will show you his adopted city with enthusiasm.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery in Hamamatsu Castle, Kanzan Temple Onsen area, and Lake Hamana. Experience moving experience by flower in Hamamatsu flower park. ・Visit Hamamatsu castle, Kanzan Temple Onsen area, Flower Park, Orgel Museum with one day bus ticket and admission to the park and museum at a discount! ・Enjoy a lot of flower and technology at flower park. ・Ride the ropeway and cross over the lake. ・Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the sounds of ancient musical instruments. ・The theme of the Lake Hamana Flower Festa 2026 is "Flowers and Hot Springs." ・Enjoy a meal and a bath in addition to cherry blossom viewing ・Free gift of hand towel and tea (As the free gift is limited, it will end as soon as it is out of stock.)

Make the most of a full day in Kanazawa with this private guided tour, tailored to your interests and preferred travel style—by taxi, on foot, or by e-bike. Explore the city’s landmarks, historic neighborhoods, and hidden spots with the insight of a knowledgeable local guide. Your itinerary is fully flexible—stroll through Kenrokuen Garden, admire Kanazawa Castle, wander the Higashi Chaya District, and enjoy lunch at Omicho Market. In the afternoon, visit the Nagamachi Samurai District and choose optional museums or craft workshops with hands-on activities. Whether your interests are art, history, food, or culture, this full-day private tour gives you time to experience Kanazawa in depth, at your own pace.

The Kawada district of Sabae City is a town of Echizen lacquerware with a history of 1500 years. Tour the roots of Echizen lacquerware on a lacquered bicycle, including the Lacquerware Shrine (Shikiyama Shrine), which enshrines the god of lacquerware, and a tour of a workshop led by a craftsman.

Discover the story behind Kanazawa's iconic Tsuzumi Gate through a unique journey into Japan's taiko culture. Offered only once a month, this exclusive experience takes you to Asano Taiko, a world-renowned drum maker with more than 400 years of history. Enjoy special access to workshop areas normally closed to visitors, learn from skilled artisans, watch a live performance by a professional taiko artist, and experience the power of taiko drumming for yourself. The tour concludes at a beautifully restored sake brewery restaurant, where you will enjoy a 10-course French-style kaiseki dinner paired with locally brewed sake. Transportation, English-speaking guidance, workshop access, taiko performance, drumming experience, dinner, and sake tasting are all included. Return transportation to Kanazawa Station or selected hotels is provided.

This tour connects three of Kanazawa’s most refined cultural traditions in one clear story: traditional crafts, Kaga Yuzen dyeing, and Noh theater. Rather than simply visiting museums on your own, you will explore how the wealth of the Kaga domain and the cultural patronage of the Maeda family helped shape Kanazawa’s distinctive sense of beauty. With a guide, each stop becomes easier to understand. At the craft museum, you will see how daily life, samurai rituals, tea ceremony, festivals, and faith supported many kinds of traditional craftsmanship. At the Kaga Yuzen Kimono Center, you will learn how kimono became a wearable art form, then try a handkerchief dyeing experience yourself. At the Kanazawa Noh Museum, you will discover the quiet expression of Noh masks and costumes. This is not just a museum tour. It is a compact cultural experience that helps you understand Kanazawa’s refined arts through seeing, learning, and creating.

This experience is designed for travelers who want clarity, flexibility, and genuine local expertise—not a rushed. You can choose between a half-day or full-day option, depending on your travel style and schedule. ️ Half-Day Tour: Shirakawa-go Only: The half-day tour focuses exclusively on Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage village. You’ll travel by bus and explore the village with a local guide, learning how families lived in the iconic gassho-zukuri houses and why this unique culture developed in a remote mountain region. Full-Day Tour: Shirakawa-go + Kanazawa The full-day tour adds a cultural deep dive into Kanazawa after returning from Shirakawa-go. You’ll explore the city’s history, local life, and traditions, turning a single destination visit into a well-balanced regional journey. Why Book This Experience? Local guides with proven experience — our guides have guided over 1,000 guests, and they can offer clear, easy-to-follow explanations, not scripted lectures.

Blacksmith was brought to Tsubame and Sanjo area in Niigata prefecture in the early 17th century, started producing Japanese nails called Wakugi. This area now became an artisan metalsmiths town. You can visit some of those factories, artisans welcome you. In this tour, you will visit Knife factory, Tadafusa and coppenwear factory, Gyokusendo. Both has a long history and you can see their work very closely. You can also visit more factory, Museum or shopping spots where you can find the Tsubame Sanjo quality products.

Embark on a tranquil journey with our Kanazawa Garden Tour, where we'll meander through the town's most enchanting green havens as nature's beauty unfolds around every corner. Kanazawa is a beautiful city, well situated between the Japanese Alps and the sea of Japan. There is much to discover in Kanazawa but especially the gardens are just wonderful. Because it was one of the 5 most important cities during feudal times, Kanazawa had a real "Arts and crafts blossom" during the Edo-period. This rich heritage remained preserved until today. This tour goes off the beaten path to show you some of the most gorgeous traditional gardens in Kanazawa.

This tour connects Nanao’s rare bridal curtain tradition with the food culture of Noto’s historic port town. Instead of only visiting a museum or eating at a market, you will discover how marriage customs, merchant families, local festivals, sea trade, and seafood culture shaped the identity of Nanao. With a local guide, the town becomes easier to understand: the beautiful Hanayome Noren curtains, the old merchant street, and the lively food market all become part of one story. The tour ends with a food credit, so you can enjoy seafood or regional dishes at Noto Shokusai Market.

Begin your tour at Kaiwomaru Park, home to the beautifully preserved tall ship Kaiwomaru, often called the “Lady of the Sea.” Enjoy a stroll along the waterfront promenade with a backdrop of the Japan Alps stretching across the horizon. Next, visit the Shinminato Kitokito Market, where you can taste ultra-fresh Toyama Bay seafood like white shrimp (shiroebi), firefly squid (hotaru-ika), and yellowtail (buri)—local delicacies known throughout Japan. Then head to the Shinminato Bridge, one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in the country, offering panoramic views over Toyama Bay. End your tour with a walk through traditional canal-side streets or a quick stop at a local sake brewery for a tasting experience.

Discover Kanazawa through the eyes of a passionate Guide who has lived there for many years. Between samurai districts, refined gardens and craft traditions, this tour invites you to immerse yourself in the history and culture of Kanazawa. Along the way, you will explore iconic places such as the beautiful Kenroku-en Garden, Nagamachi Samurai Quarter or the charming alleyways of Higashi Chaya. In a friendly and accessible atmosphere, this experience is the perfect opportunity to understand what makes Kanazawa so unique.

Experience the unique atmosphere of a Sumo Regional Tour, where you can get closer to the wrestlers than at the Grand Tournaments. Perfect for first-time visitors, dedicated fans, or travelers visiting outside tournament season, this event offers an unforgettable day of authentic sumo action and culture. A Day at a Jungyo (Provincial Sumo Tour) Typical Schedule - 9:00 – Gates open & morning taiko drum performance. - 9:30–11:30 – Morning training for wrestlers, from lower divisions to top-ranked Yokozuna and Ozeki. - 12:00 – Sumo matches begin, starting with lower divisions. Enjoy special performances such as comic sumo, folk songs, taiko drumming, and cultural demonstrations. - 1:30 – Ring-entering ceremonies for Juryo, Makunouchi, and the Yokozuna. - 13:50 – Top-division (Makunouchi) matches, featuring the day's most exciting bouts. - 15:00 – Bow-twirling ceremony and closing of the event.

Embark on an exclusive journey through four of Kanazawa’s most distinguished heritage sites, guided by a knowledgeable private guide who will provide clear and insightful explanations of the city’s history and culture. Discover the essence of Kanazawa, allowing you to enjoy the remainder of your day at your leisure. Appreciate the refined beauty of Kenrokuen Garden and the majestic Kanazawa Castle, experience the elegant atmosphere of the Higashi Chaya District, and gain a deeper understanding of samurai traditions at the renowned Nomura Samurai Residence in the Nagamachi Samurai District

Living in Kanazawa for many years, you'll discover the history of the town, but also the life of its inhabitants today, and of Japanese people in general. You'll meet craftsmen and locals, and spend a day immersed in a city of gastronomy, art, craftsmanship and traditional culture.