Top 20 Experiences in Ishikawa Prefecture
Private Tour Kanazawa, Shirakawago, Hida Furukawa,Takayama
Explore the beautiful villages and towns of Shirakawa-go, Hida Furukawa and Takayama on our 9-hour package tour with access to a private vehicle exclusively for you and your fellow travelers. Our English-speaking driver will take you first to the World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go, followed by the fairy-tale village of Hida Furukawa, then onto the famous town of Takayama.
1 Day Private Charter Tour to Takayama & Shirakawago
We are based in the Hokuriku region and are well aware of the hidden beauty of this region. As we have been in this field for many years, our service will define itself. Travelers to this region will be welcomed and will visualize the natural beauty, and traditional Japanese culture by visitIng The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go, Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory, following Takayama towns’ must-see attractions and learn more about their culture and history along the way. We have a well-trained and organized English-speaking driver as guide.
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[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go and Gokayama - Two World Heritage Villages Enjoyable Bus Tour
This is a bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station where you can enjoy the World Heritage Sites of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama's gassho-zukuri villages in one day. This tour is safe for foreigners as English-speaking staff will accompany you. On the bus, your guide will hand out walking maps of each tourist spot. The guide will give you information on sights to see and souvenirs in advance, so you can enjoy your walk efficiently. Lunch is a Japanese set meal packed with local cuisine from the Hida region and mountain delicacies. You don't have to worry about meals, so you can take a leisurely stroll. The tour ends (arriving at Kanazawa Station) at 4:30 p.m. <Itinerary> 07:50 Meet at JR Kanazawa Station.Meet at Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) group bus stop. 08:00 Depart from JR Kanazawa Station 09:20 - 09:40 Roadside Station "Shirakawago" 09:45 - 12:05 Free stroll in Shirakawago 12:05 - 12:50 Lunch 13:25 - 13:55 Free walk in Gokayama Kaminashi district 14:05 - 15:05 Gokayama Ainokura Gassho Village Free Stroll 16:30 Arrival JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group bus boarding area *The schedule may be subject to change or cancellation depending on road conditions, weather, etc. *Roadside Station Shirakawago is closed from December 29th to January 1st. On regular holidays, we will stop at Yottekare Johana (Toyama Prefecture). *Guidance to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck may not be possible due to road conditions. There are no refunds associated with this. (See notes below) *Meals are not included for infants. Only the bus seat fee will be charged. If you require infant meals, please book as a child. Notes It is no longer possible to take a bus to the Shirakawago Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck as originally planned. Please climb up to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck on your own. The walk is about 10 to 15 minutes one way. The paid shuttle bus costs 200 yen one way (payable locally).
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[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go/Takayama tour platinum route bus tour
This tour is a bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station. We will visit Shirakawa-go, a world heritage site that is very popular among foreigners, and Hida Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. Foreigners can also participate with peace of mind, as English-speaking staff will accompany them. On the bus, your guide will hand out walking maps of each tourist spot. The guide will give you information on sights to see and souvenirs in advance, so you can enjoy your walk efficiently. Lunch is a Japanese set meal packed with local cuisine from the Hida region and mountain delicacies. You don't have to worry about meals, so you can take a leisurely stroll. The tour ends (arriving at Kanazawa Station) at 5:30 p.m. <Itinerary> 07:50 Meet at JR Kanazawa Station Group bus boarding area at Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) 08:00 Depart from JR Kanazawa Station 09:20 - 09:40 Roadside Station "Shirakawago" 09:45 - 11:45 Free stroll in Shirakawago 11:45 - 12:30 Lunch 13:30 - 15:15 Hida Takayama free stroll 17:30 Arrival JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group bus boarding area *The schedule may be subject to change or cancellation depending on road conditions, weather, etc. *Roadside Station Shirakawago is closed from December 29th to January 1st. On regular holidays, we will stop at Yottekare Johana (Toyama Prefecture). *Guidance to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck may not be possible due to road conditions. There are no refunds associated with this. (See notes below) *Meals are not included for infants. Only the bus seat fee will be charged. If you require infant meals, please book as a child. Notes It is no longer possible to take a bus to the Shirakawago Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck as originally planned. Please climb up to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck on your own. The walk is about 10 to 15 minutes one way. The paid shuttle bus costs 200 yen one way (payable locally).
Kanazawa Half Day Tour (Private Guide)
The places below are examples of what you may choose to see on the day, during this 4-hour tour. Higashi Chaya District (and Kazue Machi) The most famous tea district and Geisha/Geiko area in Kanazawa. It is also the home of Kinpaku (Gold leaf crafts). You will have the option to make your own gold leaf creation there.It is also possible to drink authentic green macha tea. The Samurai District Visit the streets where the Samurai lived. You will enter the houses of the Ashigaru (footsoldiers), and then view the larger residences of the more powerful samurai. You will have the option of entering the Nomura Samurai house. A kutani pottery museum and tea gardens are also en-route. There is also the option of taking a break for tea or a bite to eat here. Kenrokuen Gardens The famous gardens of the six attributes, facing Kanazawa Castle and Utatsu Mountain.There are opportunities to take a break, and to enjoy tea ceremony.
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[Day trip bus tour from Kanazawa Station] Weekend only! World Heritage Shirakawago Day Bus Tour
This is a weekend-only bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station. This tour will visit Shirakawa-go, a world heritage site. This tour is safe for foreigners as English-speaking staff will accompany you. Your guide will hand out walking maps on the bus. We will also give you information on things to see and souvenirs in advance. Lunch is a Japanese set meal packed with local cuisine from the Hida region and mountain delicacies. You don't have to worry about meals, so you can take a leisurely stroll. This is a bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station at 9:30. It is also possible to take a day trip from Tokyo, Nagano, Osaka, and Kyoto using the Hokuriku Shinkansen or limited express Thunderbird. The tour is scheduled to end at 3:40 p.m. After enjoying sightseeing and shopping in Kanazawa, you can return to Tokyo, Nagano, Osaka, or Kyoto. <Itinerary> 09:20 Meet at JR Kanazawa Station Meet at Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) group bus stop 09:30 Depart from JR Kanazawa Station 10:50 - 11:10 Roadside Station "Shirakawago" 11:15 - 12:00 Lunch 12:00 - 14:10 Free stroll around Shirakawago 15:40 Arrival JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group bus boarding area *The schedule may be subject to change or cancellation depending on road conditions, weather, etc. *Roadside Station Shirakawago is closed from December 29th to January 1st. On regular holidays, we will stop at Yottekare Johana (Toyama Prefecture). *Guidance to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck may not be possible due to road conditions. There are no refunds associated with this. (See notes below) *Meals are not included for infants. Only the bus seat fee will be charged. If you require infant meals, please book as a child. Notes It is no longer possible to take a bus to the Shirakawago Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck as originally planned. Please climb up to the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observation Deck on your own. The walk is about 10 to 15 minutes one way. The paid shuttle bus costs 200 yen one way (payable locally).
Kanazawa ⇒ Takayama (one way) Including Shirakawago (Private Tour)
Our exceptional tour service will transport you in style and comfort from Kanazawa to Takayama. Take in the beautiful UNESCO village of Shirakawago on your way and at your leisure. Our professional English speaking driver guide will take you through the fairytale village on your way to Takayama.
Kanazawa Full Day Tour (Private Guide)
Experience the highlights of Kanazawa on our special, award winning, one day tour. Our professional guide will take you on a memorable tour of Kanazawa's unforgettable sights. KWT have the renowned tripadvisor certificate of excellence in Kanazawa. Your guide will take you to the highlights of Kanazawa and customize the tour to your desire. Professional guides will tailor the tour to your needs and ensure you are satisfied. Collection and drop off at your hotel.
Private Tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa
Explore the hamlets of Gokayama and Shirakawa-go on our 7-hour package tour with access to a private vehicle exclusively for you and your fellow travelers. Our English-speaking driver will take you first to the World Heritage site of Gokayama followed by Shirakawa-go
Private Tour of Shirakawago from Kanazawa (Half Day)
Explore the world heritage hamlet of Shirakawa-go on our 4-hour package tour with access to a private vehicle exclusively for you and your fellow travelers. Our English-speaking driver will take you to the World UNESCO site of Shirakawa-go. We collect you from your hotel lobby and whisk you off to the UNESCO village of Shirakawago. Our morning or afternoon driving tours are designed for those looking for convenient access to this beautiful but remote mountain village
Takayama/Shirakawago private 1 day tour+Photoshoot by professional photographer
Up to 7 people private tour + PHOTOSHOOT by professional photographer!! Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, private tour will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories in Japan. You will be taken to the Japan's most beautiful places, guided by a local English-speaking professional photographer. During the tour I will capture your magical moments, leaving you free to take in the sights without worrying about the best angles and light, or asking a stranger to take your picture! I am experienced in portrait and travel street photography, and my work has been published in many magazines, guidebooks including Lonely Planet and the city guides of tourism boards. A day out with me ensure you will have a knowledgeable, funny, local professional photographer, and Insta-worthy travel photos will be guaranteed!
Suzu/Noto private 1 day+ Photoshoot by professional photographer
Especially designed for nature lovers! This private tour will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories of Japan. You will be taken to the city’s most beautiful places, guided by a local English-speaking professional photographer. During the tour I will capture your magical moments, leaving you free to take in the sights without worrying about the best angles and light, or asking a stranger to take your picture! I am experienced in portrait and travel street photography, and my work has been published in many magazines, guidebooks including Lonely Planet and the city guides of tourism boards. A day out with me ensure you will have a knowledgeable, funny, local professional photographer, and Insta-worthy travel photos will be guaranteed!
Noto Peninsula Tour: English Speaking Driver Only (Kanazawa DEP.)
Explore the beautiful coast line of Noto Peninsula via chartered vehicle exclusively for you. The area is home to beautiful coastal scenery, quaint fishing villages, thriving agricultural traditions, and centuries-old craft cultures. On this day trip departing from Kanazawa, leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind to wander around a unique village, stroll through historic streets, take in stunning coastlines and secluded beaches of the Noto Peninsula, and enjoy a lunch made of authentic local ingredients. Noto's thriving agricultural traditions and crafts offer a window into the area's distinctive culture. The charming town of Wajima is a center of culture on the Noto Peninsula. It is best known for 500 years of lacquerware production and its lively morning market. Your English-speaking driver will customize your fantastic and efficient Full-day tour according to your interests and requests.
Private & Personalized Full Day Walking Experience In Kanazawa (8 Hours)
With its perfectly preserved samurai and geisha districts, Nagamachi and Nishi Chaya, Kanazawa is just as much a cultural jewel as its more famous cousin, Kyoto. You might want to see the city’s shrines and temples, like Oyama Shrine and Tentoku In temple, built in the 17th century by the Maeda samurai clan. Speaking of the Maeda clan, Kanazawa Castle, the clan’s historic seat of power, is a must-visit, but so are the city’s modern attractions, like Omicho Market and its famous croquettes, or the ultra-cool Tatemachi shopping promenade. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Kanazawa Like a Local: Customized Private Tour
Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.
Kanazawa private 1 day tour + Photoshoot session by professional photographer
Regardless of whether you are coming to Japan for the first time, or you’re an obsessed Japan lover, this intimate, private tour will be a unique experience to enhance your treasured memories to our beautiful city of Kanazawa. You will be taken to the city’s most beautiful places, guided by a local English-speaking professional photographer. During the tour I will capture your magical moments in Kanazawa, leaving you free to take in the sights without worrying about the best angles and light, or asking a stranger to take your picture! I am experienced in portrait and travel street photography, and my work has been published in many magazines, guidebooks including Lonely Planet and the city guides of tourism boards. A day out with me ensure you will have a knowledgeable, funny, local professional photographer, and Insta-worthy travel photos will be guaranteed!
Kanazawa Half-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Explore the beautiful town of Kanazawa on this customized, four-hour walking tour. Your government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide will efficiently provide views of the city that most tourist do not get to see. Start your day by meeting your guide at your hotel, then visit possible sites such as Kenrokuen, one of the "Three Great Gardens of Japan"; the expansive Higashi Chaya District, a traditional teahouse district founded in the Edo Period; or the 21st Century Museum, a museum of contemporary art. Let us know what you would like to experience, what time you would like to start your tour, and where you are staying, and we'll arrange a 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: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
Kanazawa Night Tour with Local Meal and Drinks
Explore the Geisha districts after dark, hear the tales of what actually went on in this district during the Edo period. Our professionally guided tour will take you through the 2 most beautiful Geisha districts of Kanazawa and then we'll sit down with fellow travellers to a full course traditional meal and drinks(included in tour price). The tour duration is 2.5 hours. You will get the chance to explore the cultural background of these unique districts and get to sample some of the local dishes available in this area. Our night tour groups are small(usually 3 - 8 people) and include a dedicated professional guide to explain the locations and the dishes. If the min. a number of guests (3 people) do not book on a day, we will let you know, and the tour will be upgraded/cancelled/converted to a different tour.
A Half Day In Kanazawa With A Local: Private & Personalized
A rival to Kyoto as the historic jewel of Japan, Kanazawa is a melting pot of art, culture, and history, where tradition reigns supreme. You might explore the Nagamachi neighborhood, a historic samurai district, and Higashi Chaya, where old geisha houses have been converted into teahouses and restaurants. A tranquil stroll through Kenroku-en, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, should be on every bucket list, while the 280-year-old “Kitchen of Kanazawa”, Omicho Market, is a must-visit for street food and a perfect snapshot of local life. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Shirakawago Tour: English Speaking Driver Only(Kanazawa DEP.)
Explore the beautiful mountain settlement of Shirakawa-go via chartered vehicle exclusively for you and your travelmates. Your English-speaking driver will take you to the World Heritage Site of fairy-tale village Shirakawa-go. Shirakawa-go is a remote settlement designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture. As the region receives considerable snowfall in the winter, the farmhouses are well-known for their distinctive architecture featuring steep roofs to easily shed snow. Learn more about this unique village on a full-day chartered vehicle tour with English-speaking driver. On this day trip departing from Takayama, leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind to wander around a unique village, stroll through historic streets, take in stunning mountain landscapes, and enjoy a lunch made of authentic local ingredients. Your driver will customize your four-hour tour according to your interests and requests!