Take a stroll through Omicho Market, boasting over 300 years of history as Kanazawa's "Citizens' Kitchen." Enjoy the lively atmosphere of approximately 170 side-by-side stalls, brimming with freshly caught seafood from the Sea of Japan and local specialty "Kaga vegetables." The guide will share insights into the market's history and seasonal ingredients, while introducing you to the joys of street food with on-the-spot treats like seafood skewers and croquettes. We will also share the secrets of how professionals select the freshest fish. Mingle with the locals in this vibrant spot, where you can experience Kanazawa's rich food culture with all five senses.

Visit the Higashi Chaya District, Kanazawa's most prestigious traditional entertainment area, and take a stroll through beautiful streets that retain the charm of the Edo period. Walking along the cobblestone paths lined with stunning wooden lattice doors (degoushi), you will feel as though you have slipped back in time. Our guide will provide an engaging explanation of the area's teahouse architecture and the traditional ozashiki (banquet) culture once enjoyed by wealthy patrons. We will also introduce you to experiences unique to this district, including craft shops featuring Kanazawa's famous gold leaf, modern cafes housed in renovated historic buildings, and inside tours of traditional teahouses. Immerse yourself in Kanazawa's elegant, traditional culture as we guide you to the absolute best

We will take you on a guided tour of Kenrokuen Garden, celebrated as one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan and designated as a National Special Place of Scenic Beauty. As we walk through the expansive grounds, you can fully appreciate the beauty of a classic Edo-period "strolling-style daimyo garden," elegantly dotted with ponds, artificial hills, and traditional pavilions. The guide will share the secrets behind the "Six Excellences" (Rokusho) that give Kenrokuen its name, and explain the history of the iconic two-legged stone lantern, the Kotoji Toro, which serves as a symbol of Kanazawa. From spring cherry blossoms and lush summer greenery to vibrant autumn leaves and the famous winter tradition of yukizuri (snow-protecting ropes), you can enjoy a moment of tranquility while taking in the breathtaking, ever-changing seasonal beauty of the garden no matter when you visit.

We will guide you through Kanazawa Castle Park, the symbol of the Kaga Domain's "Million Koku" (unrivaled wealth) and the former residence of the Maeda clan. As you explore the expansive grounds, you can feel the glory of samurai culture firsthand, taking in the magnificent, faithfully restored wooden structures like the Hishi Yagura watchtower and the Gojukken Nagaya storehouse, as well as the diverse and beautiful stone walls that have earned the castle the nickname "The Museum of Stone Walls." The guide will provide an engaging explanation of the secrets behind traditional wooden architecture built entirely without nails, and the history of the stone walls that reflect the aesthetic sense of successive feudal lords. We will also introduce you to the enchanting Gyokusen'inmaru Garden, beloved by the lords, and the best photo spots within the castle grounds. Immerse yourself completely in the historical romance of this majestic and dignified castle built by the Maeda clan.