Great personalized trip to Takayama and Shirakawago. Tetsuro answered all our questions and tailored it to us. Our driver was fantastic. We explored the market and craft shops in Takayama and the Samurai home. Saw the mountain village of Shirakawago. The A-frame structures were so cool. The views were amazing. Thank you. Highly recommend

Sachiko was a fantastic guide. We were able to see several parts of the city, Sachiko was very knowledgeable of the history Kanazawa and how that history has impacted the modern culture of Kanazawa. She has cultivated good relationships with artisans and shopkeepers in the various historic districts. This has resulted in a richer and more fun experience. In addition, Sachiko is a patient communicator. This is an important quality for American tourists who may not speak Japanese. She was a joy to talk to and get to know.

Nozomi Kondo was an absolutely outstanding tour guide. Professional, knowledgeable, engaging and enthusiastic. It really made our visit to Kanazawa special!

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,

Nozomi was the guide that was the highlight of our trip. She got us special access to artisans such as a traditional kimono painter and maker of golf leaf. We were able to spend lots of one-on-one time with each artisan learning about their craft, and even sometimes trying ourselves. She acted as a flawless translator. The experience was not touristy at all. Nozomi I often knew the master personally, so it was an authentic experience she could provide. Very special. Additionally, Nozomi was a pleasure to spend time with and had lots of perspective and history to add. She has lived all over the world, so she had a terrific perspective on what was unique to Japanese culture vs elsewhere. We will always remember our time with her.

Nozomi San with Kanazawa Tours went above and beyond to customize the artisan tour for my teenage son and me. I appreciated every moment of the tour, from visiting Omicho Market to taste the freshest seafood, Noto beef, to the precious kimono artisan (silk dying) experience. We also learned about the Samurai history while visiting the Samurai Nomura house. She was passionate about showing us her culture and history. She was one of the best guides I’ve ever had! The artisan tour was the highlight of our mother-son Japanese trip! Thank you so much, Nozomi San!

We had the best tour of Kanazawa with our tour guide Tetsuro! He was amazing from the time he picked us up at our hotel until the tour finished. He showed us so many amazing spots (gold leaf store, Wow!) and gave us a great overview of the city as well as its history. So many interesting facts. He was great at adjusting the tour to meet our wishes. We would highly recommend this tour and our guide, Tetsuro.

My husband and I had a fabulous day walking the streets and learning the history of Kanazawa Our guide Nozomi was outstanding, friendly and a bundle of fun She knew so much and has had a lengthy, diverse career as an interpreter. We learned the background, colour and families behind the Samauri and Geisha districts, fun places to eat, which art galleries to go to, and where to walk and catch buses on our next day. I highly recommend the company- invaluable Thank you Nozomi

Tetsuro provided an outstanding nighttime tour of Kanazawa for my family, blending his deep historical knowledge with personal anecdotes from his childhood in the city. His engaging storytelling and intimate insights into Kanazawa's past made the experience truly memorable. The tour also featured a delightful dinner at a traditional udon restaurant, adding a delicious local flavor to our evening. Tetsuro's expertise and personal touch ensured a captivating and enjoyable exploration of Kanazawa, leaving us with a profound appreciation for the city.

Karolina was a great guide! She was very knowledgeable and considerate. We eat delicious food and I had a great time. I would definately recommend 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.

I had the pleasure of exploring visiting places in kanazawa with Nozomi-san who was attentive to my requests throughout the entire tour. I signed up to visit an artisan as well as to explore the Geisha town. Nozomi san shared stories of each location that was only IYKYK, and as my interest was in crafts, she brought me to places such as the river where they used to wash kimono in the process of yuzen dye. I was also looking for a goshuin book from kanazawa, and she asked every shop we went into if they had it. I'm not one to go on tours, but am glad that I had in this trip :)

Nozomi was a wonderful tour guide! Her knowledge of and affinity for the city was fantastic. We loved learning from her about Geisha culture, meeting a master silk dyer, and also appreciated her restaurant suggestion.

My husband and I spent an exceptional day with our Japanese tour guide Nozomi, who not only gave us comprehensive information about the sights, but also patiently answered our many questions about cultural customs in Japan. Thank you very much for an unforgettable day!

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.