Tours/Kanazawa/Kanazawa Night Tour with Local Meal and Drinks
Viator · group up to 12 pax

Kanazawa Night Tour with Local Meal and Drinks

4.9(187)Kanazawa1 hour
VIATOR4.9(44)TRIPADVISOR4.9(143)

Description

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.

Tour Options

Kanazawa Night Tour with Local Meal and Drinks

Itinerary

5 min

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.

40 min

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.

15 min

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.

60 min

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.

Highlights

Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Alcoholic Beverages
3-course dinner
Beverages
Local taxes

What's included

Included
Professional guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Alcoholic Beverages
3-course dinner
Beverages
Local taxes
Not included
Transportation to/from attractions
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

4.9
187 reviews
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not suitable for strict vegan diets
  • Not suitable for Celiac disease (Gluten-free requirements)
  • Not suitable for severe peanut or anaphylactic nut allergies

Reviews(187)

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L_Y
June 14, 2026
Casual strolling empty streets made pleasant history tour

Informative tour of history plus modern Kanazawa. Nice slow pace tour at night empty streets great for photo ops. Nicola was great, knowledgeable, fun guide , we recommend Nicola if you want an instant friend .

Operator response

Thank you so much for this lovely message. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed seeing both the history and modern side of Kanazawa on your evening tour. The quiet streets at night really do make for a special atmosphere, and we’re glad you got to enjoy that relaxed pace and some great photo moments. We’re especially happy to hear Nicola made the experience fun and engaging for you. He really has a way of making people feel at ease, and it’s great to know the tour felt like spending time with an instant friend. We’re very proud of him and we’ll make sure he sees your kind words. Thank you from Kanazawa Tours.

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Dana_G
June 13, 2026
Wonderful night tour.

Our family of 4 had a fun and informative evening tour. Nicola was welcoming and engaging. He shared his knowledge about geisha history along with other information he has studied. He took great care of our group, led us through a delicious udon dinner and followed up with recommendations for our upcoming travels. It was like meeting a new friend. Highly recommended.

Operator response

Thank you so much for this lovely message. We’re really happy to hear your family had such a fun and informative evening in Kanazawa with Nicola. It’s great to know his knowledge, care, and easygoing style helped make the night feel so relaxed, and that you enjoyed both the geisha history and the udon dinner together. We especially love hearing that it felt like meeting a new friend, that’s exactly the kind of experience we hope for. We’re very proud of Nicola and we’ll make sure he sees your kind words. He’ll be thrilled. Thank you from Kanazawa Tours.

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Shirley_M
June 2, 2026
Night Tour Kanazawa

Nicola was very knowledgeable about the Geisha district in Kanazawa. The tour was relaxed and Nicola was welcoming. The dinner experience was very good.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the relaxed tour of the geisha district with Nicola and that his knowledge and welcoming approach helped make the experience enjoyable for you. It’s great that you also had a very good dinner to complete the evening. Thanks from all of us at Kanazawa Tours, we truly appreciate your lovely words!

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charlottetJ3847DU
June 2, 2026
Would recommend!

Nicola was a great host! We had a lovely evening on the tour and a delicious meal.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re really glad to hear you had a lovely evening with Nicola and enjoyed both the tour and the meal. Thanks from all of us at Kanazawa Tours, we truly appreciate your lovely words!

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Brian_L
May 26, 2026
We very much enjoyed the...

We very much enjoyed the tour with Saya. She opened our eyes to the history of the Geisha and the dinner was fantastic! Thank you, Saya!!!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the tour with Saya and that she was able to share the history of the geisha district in such an engaging way. It’s wonderful that you also had a fantastic dinner to round off the experience. Thanks from all of us at Kanazawa Tours, we truly appreciate your lovely words!

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Inka_I
May 22, 2026
Not worth the money!

Very much depends on the guide. Information we got was for people who know nothing about Geisha culture. Dinner was good but noodles for almost 90 euros..

Operator response

Thank you for joining our night tour and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the experience did not fully meet your expectations. Our shared night tours welcome guests with a wide range of familiarity with Japanese culture, so our guides aim to create an experience that is engaging and accessible for everyone while still offering insight into Kanazawa’s geisha districts and evening culture. We also understand that value is experienced differently by each guest. In addition to the meal itself, the tour includes guided exploration of the historical districts, cultural storytelling, and a small-group evening experience designed to showcase a side of Kanazawa many visitors would otherwise miss. We appreciate your comments and will reflect on them carefully as we continue refining the experience.

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matthewbQ5634OQ
May 19, 2026
Excellent, informative, and fun!

Wonderful late afternoon and evening tour of two Kanazawa geisha districts followed by dinner at a popular restaurant. Says was lovely and a wealth of information. Her English was excellent and communication was easy. Booking with her is highly recommended!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed your late afternoon and evening exploring the geisha districts and finishing with a great dinner. It’s wonderful that Saya’s knowledge, communication, and friendliness made the experience smooth and enjoyable for you. Thanks from all of us at Kanazawa Tours, we truly appreciate your recommendation!

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21maumau21
May 17, 2026
Fun with information.

Nicola was a great guide. A lot of fun and a lot learned.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re really glad to hear you had a lot of fun with Nicola and also learned so much during the tour. Thanks from all of us at Kanazawa Tours, we truly appreciate it!

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Jerry_M
May 17, 2026
Great Dinner and insight into Kanazawa

Saya was a most gracious tour guide. Personable and professional. Took her time to answer our questions and offered us insight to the Geisha areas of Ksnazawa. We felt we were having dinner with a friend. And the dinner was delicious.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re really happy to hear that Saya made your experience so warm and personal, and that her knowledge of the geisha district helped bring Kanazawa’s culture to life for you. It’s lovely to know the evening felt relaxed and friendly, almost like spending time with a friend, and that you enjoyed a delicious dinner as well. Thanks from all of us at Kanazawa Tours, we truly appreciate your lovely words!

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jerrymX5561UL
May 17, 2026
Great insight into old town Kawazawa

Saya was a most gracious tour guide. Personable and professional. Took her time to answer our questions and offered us insight to the Geisha areas of Ksnazawa. We felt we were having dinner with a friend. And the dinner was delicious.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed your time with Saya and that her friendly and professional approach helped make the geisha district experience so engaging and personal for you. It sounds like a lovely evening, especially sharing a delicious dinner and feeling so comfortable throughout the tour. Thanks from all of us at Kanazawa Tours, we truly appreciate your lovely words!

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