Kanazawa: Food and Tea Culture Private Guided Tour
ID: GYG1056047-1624447
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover Kanazawa's food and tea culture on a private tour. Learn about the city's culinary highlights, the spirit of hospitality, and the beauty of tea utensils with a local guide.
Since the old days, traditional Japanese culture has been very much a part of daily life in Kanazawa. Its profound charm is attracting attention from overseas.
Kanazawa is well known for its sophisticated food and tea culture. The secret of the popularity of the Kanazawa's cuisine is that it is not just about its taste, but is packed with many Japanese elements such as the spirit of hospitality, the beauty of tea utensils, and traditional methods.
This is the ideal pick for time-tight travelers wanting to discover lots of Kanazawa's dietary highlights in a day. Avoid the potential confusion of public transportation system, and travel comfortably with your private local guide.
Note: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.
On a 6 hour tour, you can see 3 to 4 sites. Please inform your guide post booking of the sites you would like to see from the list below:
Kenrokuen Garden
Shigure-tei
Kanazawa Kashi Kigata Art Museum
Ohi Pottery Museum
Omicho Market,
Higashi Chaya District
Highlights
- Savor the flavors of Kanazawa with a private food and tea culture tour
- Discover the secrets of Kanazawa's cuisine with a local guide
- Learn about the spirit of hospitality and the beauty of tea utensils
- Enjoy a personalized experience with a licensed guide interpreter
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour is not confirmed until your guide contacts you regarding your tour. Most guides will contact you within 7 days
In the unfortunate case that a guide is unavailable, the activity provider will contact you and make full refund.
If you are a travel agent, please provide the participants' email addresses and phone numbers.
This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
INCLUDED
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list
- Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kanazawa.
NOT INCLUDED
- Private vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups. (Max:10 people)
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
- If you want to experience Tea ceremony, please let your guide know in advance.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
