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Geisha Districts Night Tour: Edo Period Tales & Dinner
4.8
85 Ratings
Kanazawa
Discover Kanazawa’s Geisha districts by night, savor local cuisine, and immerse in Edo-period tales on this intimate 2.5-hour guided tour.
Discover Kanazawa’s Geisha districts by night, savor local cuisine, and immerse in Edo-period tales on this intimate 2.5-hour guided tour.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 1-chōme-1-1 Higashiyama - Meet at our starting point beside the Asanogawa River. Get to know your group for the night. You will then embark on a guided stroll through the first Geisha district.
- Higashi Chaya District - Explore the side streets of Kanazawa’s most famous Geisha District which are lined with Edo era Tea houses. This is the…
- 1-chōme-1-1 Higashiyama - Meet at our starting point beside the Asanogawa River. Get to know your group for the night. You will then embark on a guided stroll through the first Geisha district.
- Higashi Chaya District - Explore the side streets of Kanazawa’s most famous Geisha District which are lined with Edo era Tea houses. This is the place to discover the entertainment district’s secrets and tales with your professional guide.
- Kazuemachi Chayagai - Exploring Kazuemachi Chayagai infuses our night tour with a captivating historical and cultural layer. As one of Kanazawa’s traditional teahouse districts, Kazuemachi Chayagai is renowned for its scenic streets and well-preserved architecture. Including a visit to this district enriches your experience by providing a deeper understanding of Kanazawa’s rich history and traditional culture.
- Kazuemachi Chayagai - Finish off the evening with a full-course Japanese meal at a local restaurant in the area with your guide. The dishes included in the sample menu may vary due to seasonal availability.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Dinner
- Beverages
- Local taxes
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Dinner
- Beverages
- Local taxes
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
What's Not Included
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
Explore the Geisha districts after dark, hear the tales of what actually went on in this district during the Edo period. Our professionally guided tour will take you through the 2 most beautiful Geisha districts of Kanazawa and then we’ll sit down with fellow travellers to a full course traditional meal and drinks(included in tour price). The tour…
Explore the Geisha districts after dark, hear the tales of what actually went on in this district during the Edo period. Our professionally guided tour will take you through the 2 most beautiful Geisha districts of Kanazawa and then we’ll sit down with fellow travellers to a full course traditional meal and drinks(included in tour price). The tour duration is 2.5 hours. You will get the chance to explore the cultural background of these unique districts and get to sample some of the local dishes available in this area. Our night tour groups are small(usually 3 - 8 people) and include a dedicated professional guide to explain the locations and the dishes.
Location
1-chōme-1-1 Higashiyama
Meet at the main bus stop. We will send you further details on booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(85 Ratings)
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Jeffw174
Sep 21, 2024
Great tour of a geisha district - Sachiko was knowledgeable and friendly. She answered everyone’s questions and explained many aspects of Kanazawa’s geisha history. We saw the places where geishas lived and worked and rehearsed, and we learned about past and current practices. She shared many interesting stories!
She took us to a great restaurant where we were served a delicious meal. It was relaxing, and the staff took good care of us. She took pictures of us and made it a great evening.
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Marmadukescarlett
Sep 3, 2024
Very enjoyable evening - We met our guide Tetsuro at 6pm and spent about an hour walking through the old Geisha districts, Tetsuro shared lots of fascinating facts and insights. We then went to a restaurant and had a really delicious meal. I had the pork udon as did one of my children and the other 2 had the beef. You part cook it yourself on burners and sit at a traditional table. Tetsuro was an interesting host and we enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about Japanese culture and food. We then had a pear jelly pudding and some homemade ginger tea. The restaurant was lovely, we really couldn’t fault it. I wouldn’t think this tour is suitable for children, mine are all adults. So if you are looking for a local cultural evening this is ideal and one I am happy to recommend for adults,
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Brace_g
Aug 16, 2024
Fun, informative, and enjoyable - Wonderful and informative small group tour of Kanazawa geisha district , included a very good dinner. Nozomi was fun and a great storyteller. Enjoyed learning about local history and culture.
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Monkeymuss
Aug 11, 2024
Totally Worth It - Had a wonderful night tour of the geisha area and along the river followed by an amazing dinner. Our host Jorge was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained with lots of local history and information. Nothing was too much trouble and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him.
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Matthieu_v
Aug 9, 2024
Kanazawa food tour - We had a great night with Tetsuro visiting the old parts of Kanazawa and sharing a meal in a nice restaurant!
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Jotas376
Aug 5, 2024
Great night Kanazawa fooding experience - We had a great experience, my daughter and I, visiting the Geisha district and roundabouts, led by a seasoned and kind guide namedTetsuro. He knew a lot about history and the Geisha district itself. We were quite impressed. The whole culminated by a typical Japanese meal at a friendly restaurant. The owners were very welcoming and we could interchange a couple of words on typical dishes and customs.
The tour itself is quite cheap considering the meal is included and that you may opt amongst a variety of different dishes and one drink. Really good value for money.
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Jackru9231my
Jul 27, 2024
Fun night tour with beautiful sights, delicious food, and great guide - Tetsuro was a very informative and pleasant guide who took us around the beautiful geisha districts. We learned about local customs and the rich history of the Edo period. At the end of the night, we ate a delicious meal and concluded watching fireworks on a bridge. As an added benefit, Tetsuro took wonderful pictures along the tour and made us a photo album. We very much appreciated the attention to detail and all around thoughtful experience.
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Seekayl2023
Jun 25, 2024
Kanazawa insights with a lovely gentleman - Tetsuro san was warm and friendly and is knowledgable about Kanazawa. He offered lots of interesting information about the geisha quarters and the architecture of the old buildings. Then he took us to a really lovely restaurant for dinner which was one of the best udon we have ever had.
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X8842owcandaceh
Jun 19, 2024
Amazing memorable evening in Kanazawa - We so enjoyed the night tour and found our guide to be both knowledgeable and enjoyable. She personalized the tour and communicated effectively. Would highly recommend this skilled tour guide! And fantastic food experience. Oshi.
Thank you so much for this tour!
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Jeremyn996
Jun 16, 2024
Amazing Kanazawa tour! - Kanazawa tours and especially Jorge are amazing. If you do a tour with this company make sure you ask for Jorge he gave us the best tour experience we’ve ever had. We had amazing conversations, food, sights and even went to a few hidden off the beaten path spots. Really a tour to remember thank you Jorge!
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