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Private tour in Kanazawa Eriko S
Gokayama and Inami: Travel from Kanazawa and Takayama
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Hi, I’m Eriko! I’m a private guide and Japan travel curator based in Takayama, a charming town in the Japanese Alps. I love helping travelers discover a more personal and authentic side of Japan! Having traveled extensively throughout Japan and explored many countries abroad, including living in Australia and Canada, I’ve come to appreciate my own culture from a new perspective. These experiences helped me reconnect with my Japanese roots and inspired me to share the beauty of Japan with travelers from around the world. After spending years in Tokyo, I decided to slow down and follow what truly inspires me: nature, tradition, and meaningful cultural experiences. Today, I guide in Takayama, Shirakawa-go, Kanazawa, Toyama, Kamikochi, and Matsumoto, sharing not only the famous sights but also the local stories, seasonal beauty, and special encounters that make each place unique. My tours go beyond sightseeing. I love introducing travelers to Japanese culture, traditional craftsmanship, and everyday local life in a relaxed and friendly way — just like exploring with a local friend :) For those who want to explore further, I also create customized multi-day tours tailored to your interests and travel style. Whether you’re drawn to nature, culture, hidden gems, or meeting local people, I’d love to help you create a journey that feels truly your own. I’d be so happy to be a small part of your adventure in Japan. I hope our paths cross soon! Arigato, Eriko ・9 years of experience as a private tour guide ・Professional kimono dresser and stylist
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Turn your travel day into a memorable journey through hidden cultural treasures
Overview of your Kanazawa tour
Travel between Kanazawa / Toyama and Takayama while turning your travel day into a journey to remember! This is my absolute favorite tour and I designed it for those who want to discover the beauty of Japan beyond the tourist trail. Let's discover the master woodcarvers of Inami, try your hand at traditional Japanese washi paper making in Gokayama, and step inside the magnificent Iwase House, one of Japan’s largest gassho-style farmhouses. Along the way, you can relax and enjoy the scenic countryside, without the stress of navigating public transportation or managing luggage between destinations. • The tour can be arranged in both directions: Kanazawa / Toyama – Takayama, or the reverse.
Your Kanazawa tour itinerary
• Hotel Pickup in Kanazawa or Takayama – Enjoy a hassle-free start with hotel pickup and luggage transport in a private chauffeured vehicle. • Inami, the Town of Woodcarving – Discover this charming town renowned for its master woodcarvers and traditional craftsmanship, with a stop at a stunning viewpoint. • Gokayama: Traditional Village and Washi Paper Making – Stroll through a beautifully preserved thatched-roof village and try your hand at making traditional Japanese washi paper. • Lunch at a traditional restaurant loved among locals. • Iwase House: Meet the Iwase Family – Step inside one of Japan’s largest gassho-zukuri farmhouses, meet the Iwase family, and enjoy a live performance of Kokiriko-bushi, a traditional folk song of the region. • Scenic Transfer to Takayama or Kanazawa – Enjoy the beautiful countryside before arriving at your next destination with a convenient hotel drop-off. This tour can be customized based on your interest!
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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Taxi
Chauffeured Van: approx. ¥85,000 total (up to 7 people + luggage), to be paid directly to the driver on the day of the tour (credit card accepted). Your luggage will be loaded onto a private chauffeured vehicle, so you can relax and enjoy the journey stress-free.
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Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
This tour can start from Kanazawa, Takayama, or Toyama. Please let me know your preferred starting and ending point.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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