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Kanazawa Market and Oldtown Food and Culture Walking Tour
Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
$71.23
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Unveil the cultural charm and culinary wonders of Kanazawa on this 3-hour small-group tour. Start your journey in the enchanting Kazue-machi Chaya District and Higashi Chaya District, known for its preserved architecture and vibrant geisha culture. Stroll through the historic streets as your expert local guide shares insights into its rich history.
The tour culminates at lunchtime at the historic Omicho-Market. Here, you'll explore the 300-year-old food hub, renowned for its fresh seafood and seasonal delicacies. Your guide will lead you through an array of stalls, sharing insights into Kanazawa's rich culinary heritage while you savor local treats for your midday meal, concluding the tour with an unforgettable taste of Kanazawa.
- 3-hour small-group walking tour in Kanazawa
- Explore the atmospheric Higashi Chaya District, a geisha neighborhood
- Visit the famous Omicho-Market and taste local delicacies
- Learn about Kanazawa's rich culinary history from an expert guide
The tour culminates at lunchtime at the historic Omicho-Market. Here, you'll explore the 300-year-old food hub, renowned for its fresh seafood and seasonal delicacies. Your guide will lead you through an array of stalls, sharing insights into Kanazawa's rich culinary heritage while you savor local treats for your midday meal, concluding the tour with an unforgettable taste of Kanazawa.
- 3-hour small-group walking tour in Kanazawa
- Explore the atmospheric Higashi Chaya District, a geisha neighborhood
- Visit the famous Omicho-Market and taste local delicacies
- Learn about Kanazawa's rich culinary history from an expert guide
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Kanazawa Market and Oldtown Food and Culture Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
- Local tastings for example, seafood, local snacks
- Professional guide
Meeting point
Meet your guide at in front of the monument at Hashibacho Ryokuchi (Hashibacho Green Space).
Your guide will have a green signboard saying "Japan Wonder Travel".
Return details
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Higashi Chaya DistrictWe will take you to the Higashi Chaya District, Kanazawa's largest and most famous teahouse quarter, where the preserved world of the Edo Period awaits. It is characterized by its beautifully uniform wooden architecture and atmospheric cobbled streets. This district is one of the very few places in Japan where the chaya (teahouses)—where geisha traditionally entertained wealthy merchants and samurai with music, dance, and song—are still preserved and actively used. As you walk the meticulously maintained main street and peer down the narrow side alleys, your English-speaking guide will illuminate the district’s rich history.
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Omicho MarketOmicho Market. Known across Japan as "Kanazawa's Kitchen," this bustling, 300-year-old market is more than just a place to buy groceries—it's a high-energy spectacle of local culture and the freshest seafood imaginable. Unlike larger, more touristy fish markets, Omicho maintains its authentic local soul, operating daily for the chefs and families of Kanazawa. Dive into the Buzz: Start your journey in the vibrant Omicho Market, the city's 300-year-old food hub. See why Kanazawa is famous for its seafood, often considered even fresher than Tokyo's due to its proximity to the Sea of Japan. Taste Local Delicacies: Your guide will navigate the labyrinth of stalls, pointing out seasonal produce, exotic Kaga vegetables, and the freshest catch of the day. Enjoy local tastings (e.g., street seafood or local snacks) that you might hesitate to try on your own. Learn the secrets behind Kanazawa's rich culinary history.
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Kazuemachi ChayagaiA Whisper of Old Kanazawa. Nestled along the banks of the tranquil Asano River, Kazue-machi feels like a town frozen in time. Unlike its busier neighbor, this district offers a quiet, poetic beauty. The long, narrow row of dark wooden chaya (teahouses) reflects perfectly on the river's surface, creating an unforgettable, picturesque scene, especially as dusk approaches.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Kanazawa Market and Oldtown Food and Culture Walking Tour
Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
$71.23
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!