Top Kanazawa Wine, Beer & Spirits

Join a fully hands-on Japanese cooking class at a long-established culinary school just 3 minutes from Kanazawa Station. This is not a demonstration—each guest cooks every dish with clear, personal guidance. You’ll learn practical skills you can recreate at home, including sushi shaping, making dashi, fluffy rolled omelets, and Jibuni, a Kanazawa specialty with samurai-era roots. We also share the cultural background of each dish. We use fresh, seasonal ingredients, including premium seafood from Omicho Market, trusted by top local restaurants. Real-time AI translation on a large screen ensures smooth communication in English. Please note: Vegan diets and guests avoiding fish-based dashi cannot be accommodated. Please inform us of other dietary restrictions at booking, as same-day changes are not possible.

Barhop your way around Kanazawa like a local. This small-group tour takes you to some of the city's best (and coziest) izakayas (casual Japanese bars). You'll rub shoulders with locals in some of the friendliest bars in town and get an authentic taste of Kanazawa nightlife, as well as some great local drinks.

What sets this tour apart is its flexibility and truly local approach to dining in Kanazawa. Instead of following a fixed route, you can choose your preferred area and shape the experience based on your tastes, making each tour unique. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll visit small, authentic restaurants that are part of everyday life in Kanazawa—places often difficult to find or access without local insight. From fresh seafood to regional specialties and sake, the focus is on real food culture rather than tourist spots. This is not just a food tour, but a personalized night out, where conversation, atmosphere, and local connections are just as important as what’s on the plate.

Delve into the rich flavors of Japanese sake with this private tasting experience at the renowned NOGUCHI NAOHIKO Sake Institute. Set in the tranquil TOUAN tasting room, this 3.5-hour journey offers a unique blend of sake tasting and culinary delights. Sample five limited-edition sakes paired with carefully selected snacks while enjoying the serene scenery reminiscent of a traditional tea room. An English-speaking guide will accompany you, ensuring a personalized experience. Ideal for sake enthusiasts and those seeking a unique cultural outing in Japan. - Private tasting experience in a serene tea room atmosphere - Sample five exclusive limited edition sakes - English-speaking guide and private transportation included - Minimum of 2 participants required for the tour to operate

Step into the night where Kanazawa truly breathes. － Kanazawa by day is a city of elegance, tradition, and quiet beauty. But when night falls, it transforms. Lanterns flicker in hidden alleys, laughter spills from cozy izakayas, and the clink of glasses echoes through intimate bars. Music drifts from tucked-away lounges, and the city reveals its soulful, nocturnal rhythm. This tour invites you to experience Kanazawa after dark—not as a tourist, but as a welcomed guest. Led by a local guide, you’ll explore the city’s vibrant nightlife, discover beloved neighborhood spots, and connect with the people who give Kanazawa its warmth. One drink, one laugh, and one unforgettable moment at a time. This is Kanazawa — not just seen, but felt.

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.

Visit the most important areas of Kanazawa on this private tour. Visit the Higashi Chaya district which is known for its tea and Geishas/Geikos. Then head to the Samurai district and visit the houses where the Ashigaru, or foot soldiers, lived as well as more powerful samurai. End the tour with a tour of the beautiful Kenrokuen Garden which faces the Kanazawa Castle and Utatsu Mountain.

Take a comprehensive tour of Kanazawa and discover its rich history and key landmarks. Step back in time and explore one of the most well-preserved samurai districts. Explore the grounds of Kanazawa Castle and its gardens that were built during the Edo period. End the tour with a stroll through the Kenrokuen Garden, considered to be the most beautiful in Japan, that is filled with thousands of colorful flowers.

This tour is your shortcut to discovering scenic villages and towns in the Japanese countryside. Take the stress out of driving on unfamiliar rural roads by having a private driver for the day. Travel with ease between dispersed sites, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shirakawago, Hida Furukawa, and Takayama. You won’t feel rushed as there’s plenty of time to get out of the car and explore local sights on foot at each location.

Tour an ancient samurai district with an insider to make sure you don’t miss any of the sights. Get insight into Kanazawa, a town of great cultural achievements rivaling Kyoto and Tokyo. Enjoy a relaxing walk through Omicho Market, and visit the historic Kanazawa Castle. Walk through the serene garden of Kenrokuen. Learn the history of this samurai town from a professional guide.