Colors of Kanazawa: City Tour with Kenrokuen and Kaga Yuzen
ID: GYG1092534-1677600
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore Kanazawa’s history, gardens, and crafts on a guided tour. Visit Oyama Shrine, Kanazawa Castle, and Kenrokuen Gardens, and enjoy a hands-on Kaga Yuzen dyeing experience.
Begin your journey at Oyama Shrine, where the unique blend of Japanese and European architecture sets the stage for Kanazawa’s fascinating history. Stroll through the grounds of Kanazawa Castle, once home to powerful samurai lords, and hear stories of life in Japan’s feudal era.
Take a relaxing break at a traditional tea café in Kenrokuen Gardens, one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens. Enjoy a refreshing drink while soaking in the peaceful surroundings.
The highlight of the afternoon is a hands-on Kaga Yuzen experience, where you’ll create your own beautiful piece of art to take home – usually a small traditional bag. Guided by a local artisan, learn about the delicate techniques and vibrant colors that make Kanazawa’s silk dyeing world-famous.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Kanazawa’s history and culture on a guided tour
- Explore Oyama Shrine and Kanazawa Castle, and hear stories of the past
- Relax at a traditional tea café in Kenrokuen Gardens with a refreshing drink
- Create your own piece of art with a hands-on Kaga Yuzen dyeing experience
- Learn about the delicate techniques and vibrant colors of silk dyeing
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
The Kaga Yuzen dyeing experience usually results in a small traditional bag to take home.
Meet outside the Tourist Information Center. Your guide will be holding a "Kanazawa Tours" sign.
INCLUDED
- Visit to Oyama Shrine
- Visit to Kanazawa Castle
- Visit to Kenrokuen Gardens
- Traditional tea café experience
- Hands-on Kaga Yuzen dyeing experience
- Guidance by a local artisan
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.
