Want to see the best of Kanazawa? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Kanazawa!
Kanazawa Uncovered: Highlights and Hidden Gems with a Local – 5-Hour Tour
60 reviews
5 hours | city highlight tours | Kanazawa
Discover the best of Kanazawa in just 5 hours! This tour combines the city's iconic landmarks with hidden gems. From its stunning gardens and historic districts to tucked-away spots rich in culture and charm, this tour offers an insider’s perspective on the unique beauty of Kanazawa.
Immerse yourself in a whirlwind of culture, history, and beauty as we explore all of Kanazawa's captivating highlights in just one unforgettable day. From ancient wonders to modern marvels, join us for a journey that encapsulates the heart and soul of this enchanting city.
Welcome to Kõrinbõ in Kanazawa! Want to know the best places to eat? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Get the perfect introduction to the city on this private tour with a local and start your city trip on the right foot.
We had only 2 days in Kanazawa and booked Raphaël on a whim and I’m so glad we did. Raphaël took our requests seriously and filled our 3-hour tour with all things we wanted to see and do. He has a vast knowledge of Kanazawa and was able to answer most of our (many) questions. And if he didn’t know something, you knew he was going to look it up later for the next tour.
Raphaël took us to the quieter parts of town and stopped by local artisan shops at my request. While Raphaël is not from Japan, you could tell how much he respects the culture and wants to learn as much about it as he can. At the end of the day, I would recommend Raphaël as a tour guide to anyone and wish we had more time with him.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Kanazawa
Harley
About local
6 June 2025
Kanazawa Tour with Yoji
Had a great time exploring Kanazawa with Yoji. Being a local, he really knows the area well and took us to some interesting places that we wouldn’t have found on our own.
Yoji was knowledgeable about the city’s history and culture, and it was nice getting his perspective on different spots around town. He showed us places that felt more authentic than the usual tourist areas.
Overall, it was a good experience and we’d book with him again if we’re back in the area. Would recommend for anyone wanting to see Kanazawa through local eyes.
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Kanazawa
Vladimir and Zena
About local
23 May 2025
Great experience with Rafael in kanazawa
Review
We had a great time with Rafael touring Kanazawa. He gave us a wonderful introduction to the history of Kanazawa, showing around Higashi Chaya District, but also giving us some ideas and highlights for visiting Kenroku-en garden, Kanazawa Castle, Naga-macho Buke Yashiki district, and sharing so many interesting stories and insights about the local history and past and present culture. We truly appreciated Rafael’s very personal and easy going attitude. Overall, a great experience. We liked Kanazawa before but liked even more after tour with Rafael. Highly recommended to anyone visiting the city!
Highlights & Hidden Gems of Kanazawa
Julian
About local
14 May 2025
A Fabulous Day in Kanazawa
This is our first trip to Kanazawa, although not our first trip to Japan.
Lucy met us at our hotel and asked us if we had any particular things that we would like to see and do in Kanazawa.
As per our request, she took us to both the Geisha and Samurai districts.
Lucy was very friendly and easy to talk to. Her knowledge of the area was excellent and she made the whole experience both educational and enjoyable. She was exactly what we were looking for in a local expert.
Our whole group of 4 were thrilled with the experience and we would have no hesitation in recommending Lucy to anyone interested in learning more about Kanazawa and the region in general.
