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A historical samurai armor with intricate designs and a helmet with a curved top. 5
By Amazing Tour Japan 株式会社

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$104 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Immerse yourself in the history of Kanazawa on a guided walking tour
    • Explore the iconic Kanazawa Castle and learn about its unique design
    • Discover the beauty of Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens
    • Walk through the preserved streets of the Nagamachi Samurai District
    • Learn about the daily lives, social structure, and culture of the samurai

Activity location

    • Kanazawa
    • Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒920-0961 石川県金沢市香林坊２丁目１−１ クラソ・プレイス香林坊 | Your guide will be waiting at the meeting point holding an iPad displaying your name. Upon request, we can meet you at a nearby hotel within walking distance.
    • Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Group Tour

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • English
Price details
NZ$104.44 x 2 AdultsNZ$208.88
Total
Price is NZ$208.88
Until Thu, 5 Nov

Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

This option upgrades the tour to a fully private experience, with only your group participating. For added comfort, taxi transport between parts of the route is available on request, with the fare fully covered by AMG Tour Japan.

Price details
NZ$224.60 x 2 AdultsNZ$449.20
Total
Price is NZ$449.20
Until Thu, 5 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Nomura-ke Samurai Residence: ¥550 per person
  • Inclusions
    Kenrokuen Garden: ¥320 per person
  • Inclusions
    Real-time AI interpretation in 150+ languages (available when needed)
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Kanazawa Castle grounds
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Kenrokuen Garden
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Nagamachi Samurai District
  • Inclusions
    Stop at Nomura-ke Samurai Residence (exterior visit)
  • Inclusions
    Photo guidance at scenic spots
  • Inclusions
    Flexible Q&A time
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Tips (optional)
  • Exclusions
    Purchases at souvenir shop
  • Exclusions
    Entry fees (if applicable)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs

What you can expect

  • Step into the world of the samurai on a relaxed 3-hour guided tour through Kanazawa’s most important historic sights. The route is thoughtfully planned to connect the Nagamachi Samurai District, Kanazawa Castle, and Kenrokuen Garden at a comfortable pace, with time for photos, questions, and short breaks along the way.

    Admission to the Nomura-ke Samurai Residence and Kenrokuen Garden is included in the tour price, so you can enjoy the experience without purchasing additional entrance tickets.

    Begin in the historic Nagamachi Samurai District, where atmospheric streets, traditional earthen walls, and waterways preserve the character of the Edo period. Your guide will bring the area to life with stories of how samurai families lived and served the Maeda family.

    Enter the beautifully preserved Nomura-ke Samurai Residence to see historical artefacts and its award-winning Japanese garden.

    Continue to the outdoor grounds of Kanazawa Castle and discover how the Maeda family—the feudal lords who ruled Kanazawa—shaped the city’s history, culture, and architecture. The tour explores the castle grounds; paid interior areas are not part of the itinerary.

    Finish at Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens, and enjoy its seasonal scenery and carefully designed landscapes with your guide.

    The tour is conducted in English, with AI-powered translation support available in over 150 languages when needed. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, families, and anyone who wants an engaging and comfortable introduction to Kanazawa’s samurai heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kanazawa
    • Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒920-0961 石川県金沢市香林坊２丁目１−１ クラソ・プレイス香林坊 | Your guide will be waiting at the meeting point holding an iPad displaying your name. Upon request, we can meet you at a nearby hotel within walking distance.
    • Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒920-0961 石川県金沢市香林坊２丁目１−１ クラソ・プレイス香林坊 | Your guide will be waiting at the meeting point holding an iPad displaying your name. Upon request, we can meet you at a nearby hotel within walking distance.
    • Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan