Highlights

Visit Shirakawago with a professional English-speaking guide
Stroll through Kanazawa’s Higashi Chaya geisha district for a glimpse of tradition(Full Day plan)
Enjoy hands-on experiences like Japanese sweets making or Daruma doll painting(Full Day plan)
You can learn about Kanazawa's traditional gold leaf craftsmanship
Visit Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s top three historic gardens(Full Day plan)

What to expect

Visit the Gassho-style village of Shirakawago. Additionally, the Full Day plan includes exploring Kenrokuen Garden and Higashi Chaya District, as well as enjoying a gold leaf experience and Japanese sweets making.

What's included

Varies by package — see each package below.

Packages (2)

Full Day planSun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Satfrom USD 88.63

What's included

English-speaking guide
Bus fare
Multilingual Audio Guidance (English, Spanish, French, Italian, Deutsch, Portugues, Ukrainian)
Japanese-speaking guide
Admission for Kenrokuen Garden
Japanese sweets making experience or painting of Daruma dolls
Gold leaf experience

Starting at: 07:50

【Item included the tour fare】
Bus・Multilingual Audio Guidance (English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portugues, Ukrainian)
・A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide・Admission for Kenrokuen Garden
・Japanese sweets making experience or painting of Daruma dolls・Gold leaf experience

*This tour is only available without Lunch option

Schedule

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Meet at Kanazawa Station
08:00
Departure
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Shirakawago（World Heritage）
Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its Gassho-style houses resembling hands in prayer. This picturesque village offers a glimpse into traditional Japanese rural life, surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

*Lunch freely by your own.
13:00
Kenrokuen-garden
Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens, is celebrated for its seasonal beauty and tranquil landscapes. Visitors can enjoy a peaceful stroll through meticulously designed paths, ponds, and tea houses.
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Kanazawa Castle
Kanazawa Castle is a historic symbol of the city, known for its stunning traditional architecture and intricate stonework. Visitors can explore its picturesque grounds and learn about its rich history.
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Japanese Sweets making or Japanese Daruma Doll painting
Experience Japanese culture with a choice of activities: make traditional sweets with a skilled craftsman or paint a Daruma doll, a symbol of good luck and perseverance.

*Depending on the craftsman's schedule, this experience may be making traditional crafts (painting of Daruma dolls).
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Higashi chaya district
Higashi Chaya District, one of Kanazawa's largest geisha districts, is filled with traditional tea houses and historic charm. Stroll through its scenic streets and experience Japan's timeless culture.
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Gold leaf experience at Higashi chaya district
Enjoy a gold leaf experience in Higashi Chaya District, learning about Kanazawa's traditional craftsmanship. Luxurious gold leaf ice cream is highly recommended.
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Dismissal at Kanazawa Station