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Samurai History Walking Tour in Kanazawa
Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
$167.04
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Kanazawa was a samurai city. Many of the famous attractions have connections with the samurai, and the city's culture has its roots from the samurai.
In this tour, join our local guides on a private walking tour and explore the city while learning the historical and cultural background of some of its most famous spots. The tour will take you through the old samurai residential area of Nagamachi, the city's most prominent Shinto shrine, the castle that used to be the samurai's seat of power, and lastly, the famous Kenrokuen Garden.
You can ask as many questions as you'd like, and our guides would be more than happy to share their recommendations with you!
In this tour, join our local guides on a private walking tour and explore the city while learning the historical and cultural background of some of its most famous spots. The tour will take you through the old samurai residential area of Nagamachi, the city's most prominent Shinto shrine, the castle that used to be the samurai's seat of power, and lastly, the famous Kenrokuen Garden.
You can ask as many questions as you'd like, and our guides would be more than happy to share their recommendations with you!
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
1.5 Hour Walking Tour Option
Duration: 2 hours: A shorter, more compact tour focusing on learning the ins and outs of a famous Kanazawa location of your choosing
Duration: 2 hours: A shorter, more compact tour focusing on learning the ins and outs of a famous Kanazawa location of your choosing
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- English-speaking guide
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Transportation fees (Bus 220~yen/person or Taxi 1000~yen/car)
- Entrance/Admission fees to attractions are not covered and must be paid by the traveler
Meeting point
Our meeting point may change depending on the route that we are going to take on the day of the tour. Our guide will contact you for details after the reservation.
Return details
Depending on the route you prefer, the end point may differ
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Ruins of Nagamachi BukeyashikiHistorical district not far from the Kanazawa Castle, which once was a home to middle-class samurai and their families. Learn how samurai lived while walking through the narrow streets of the district, visit the houses where they used to live, and don't forget to buy souvenirs in one of the traditional arts and crafts shops!
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Oyama ShrineA shrine built in dedication to Toshiie Maeda, the first lord of the Maeda Clan that ruled Kanazawa for centuries during the Edo Period. It is known for its unique gate that combines architectural elements of both the East and the West. It is the most prominent Shinto shrine in the city and also boasts a beautiful architecture and garden.
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Kanazawa CastleThe seat of the Maeda Clan, the castle still reflects the region's past as the second most powerful feudal domain after the shogunate in terms of size and wealth. Some original structures from the samurai era remain standing, and the castle is undergoing a reconstruction project to slowly restore it to its former glory.
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Kenrokuen GardenOriginally built as a private garden for the Maeda Clan, Kenrokuen Garden is one of the most beautiful gardens of Japan, that attracts visitors from all over the world. Cherry blossoms in spring, red leaves in autumn, or snow in winter – it is beautiful no matter the season. Our guide will introduce you the brief history of the garden and its most interesting and stunning spots.
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Samurai History Walking Tour in Kanazawa
Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
$167.04
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!