Enjoy a full-day journey from Kanazawa to the scenic village of Shirakawa-go and the cultural gems of Kanazawa. This tour includes traditional craft experiences, beautiful gardens, and historic districts—all guided by a friendly English-speaking expert.
Please arrive at the meeting point by 7:50 AM. Look for the tour staff at the designated group bus parking area at JR Kanazawa Station West Exit.
Explore this enchanting village known for its Gassho-zukuri farmhouses – steep thatched roofs resembling hands in prayer. You’ll have free time to walk around, take photos, and enjoy lunch at a local spot of your choice.
Guests joining only the Shirakawa-go half-day tour will be dropped off at JR Kanazawa Station around 1:00 PM.
Visit one of Japan’s top three traditional gardens. Enjoy seasonal beauty with ponds, bridges, and landscaped paths that showcase nature in perfect harmony.
Pass by the impressive Kanazawa Castle, a symbol of the city’s feudal past. Capture a few photos from your seat as the bus drives along.
Try your hand at creating wagashi (Japanese sweets) with a professional artisan. Depending on availability, the activity may be a hands-on Daruma doll painting instead.
Wander through one of Kanazawa’s well-preserved geisha quarters, lined with wooden teahouses. Don’t forget to treat yourself to a soft-serve ice cream topped with shimmering gold leaf.
Learn about Kanazawa’s iconic gold leaf production. Try a simple hands-on experience and understand how this elegant art has been part of local culture for centuries.
The tour concludes with drop-off at JR Kanazawa Station. Thank you for joining us—we hope you had a memorable day exploring culture, history, and nature!
