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By Amazing Tour Japan

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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$59 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Discover a quieter side of Kanazawa on this guided outdoor evening walk.

    Begin in Higashi Chaya District after the daytime crowds disappear. Walk among wooden teahouses while your local guide explains Kanazawa’s geisha culture, architecture, and Edo-period life.

    Continue to peaceful Kazuemachi Chaya District along the Asano River, then walk through central Kanazawa to Oyama Shrine. Admire its illuminated grounds and distinctive gate while learning how the Maeda Clan shaped Kanazawa’s samurai history.

    Important: This is a quiet outdoor history and culture walk, not a nightlife, bar, shopping, or entertainment tour. Shops, teahouses, museums, and other buildings in the historic districts are closed during the tour, and no indoor visits are included. The calm, dimly lit streets are part of the experience. If you prefer lively streets, open shops, or indoor visits, we recommend one of our daytime tours.

    Your guide will also share local stories, photo spots, and recommendations.

Activity location

  • Higashichaya Old Town
    • 1 Higashiyama,
    • 920-0831, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Higashiyamagashi Ryokuchi Park
    • 1
    • 920-0831, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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Kanazawa Night Walking Tour Samurai and Geisha Districts

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00 PM
Price details
AU$58.89 x 2 AdultsAU$117.78
Total
Price is AU$117.78
Until Mon, 26 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Local guide
  • Inclusions
    Evening walking tour
  • Inclusions
    Stories of samurai and geisha culture
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    All buildings and shops are closed during the evening tour.

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Higashichaya Old Town

  • 30m
Explore the traditional streets at night while learning about Kanazawa’s geisha culture, architecture, and Edo-period life.

Kazuemachi Tea House Street

  • 10m
Explore the narrow streets and atmospheric riverside paths while hearing hidden local stories.

Oyama Shrine

  • 20m
Admire the illuminated grounds and unique gate while learning about Maeda Toshiie and the Maeda family.

Location

Activity location

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    Higashichaya Old Town
    • 1 Higashiyama,
    • 920-0831, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Higashiyamagashi Ryokuchi Park
    • 1
    • 920-0831, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

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