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Private tour in Tokyo Makar P

3 days Kanazawa & Shirakawa-go

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Makar P.

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Tokyo is my passion. My name is Makar, I grew up in Japan for 20 years while being born in Vladivostok, Russia. I studied Marketing at the University of Wisconsin. While working in marketing, my passion for meeting, talking and communicating with people lead me to become a guide. My tours will be custom made just for you. Whether you choose fashion, food, history, museums, or sports, etc. , I promise we will have fun! Tokyo is a city I grew up in so I have a lot of knowledge and friends here, I can make very good recommendations for sightseeing in Tokyo. I promise enjoyable tour and stunning experiences! All my tours can be customized upon request according to your group size or interests. Feel free to message me. Marketing degree at University of Wisconsin Madison. Certified Domestic Tour Management Operator = 国内旅程管理主任者修了済 Actively in process for regestering as National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter ＝全国通訳案内士 General Travel Service Supervisor＝旅行業務取扱管理者

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Overview of your Tokyo tour

Step back in time and experience the charm of Japan’s Edo-era history and breathtaking mountain villages on this 3-day journey through Kanazawa and Shirakawa-go. Stroll through well-preserved samurai and geisha districts, marvel at one of Japan’s most stunning landscape gardens, and explore the UNESCO-listed thatched-roof village of Shirakawa-go. Enjoy local delicacies, hot springs, and traditional culture on this unforgettable escape from Tokyo.

Your Tokyo tour itinerary

📍 Day 1: Kanazawa – Samurai & Gardens 7:30 AM – Meet at Tokyo Station, take Shinkansen to Kanazawa 10:30 AM – Kenroku-en Garden, one of Japan’s top three gardens 12:30 PM – Omicho Market for fresh seafood lunch 2:00 PM – Nagamachi Samurai District, visit Nomura Samurai House 4:00 PM – Higashi Chaya District, explore geisha culture 6:00 PM – Check-in at hotel/ryokan, enjoy kaiseki dinner 📍 Day 2: Shirakawa-go – Thatched-Roof Village 8:00 AM – Bus to Shirakawa-go (1 hr 15 min) 9:30 AM – Shiroyama Viewpoint, best panoramic view 10:30 AM – Visit Wada House, a historic Gassho-zukuri farmhouse 12:00 PM – Local Hida beef lunch 2:00 PM – Free time to explore the village & local shops 3:30 PM – Return to Kanazawa 6:00 PM – Free evening in Kanazawa 📍 Day 3: Kanazawa Cultural Experiences 9:00 AM – Choose: Gold Leaf Workshop & 21st Century Museum (art & crafts focus) Ninja Temple & Matcha Experience (cultural & food focus) 12:30 PM – Lunch in Kanazawa 3:00 PM – Shinkansen back to Tokyo, arrive by 5:30 PM

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Train, Bus, Taxi, Walking. Chartered car available at extra fee.

What's included
Private Guide
Other: Large groups may be at a different price
What's not included
Tickets: Please ask about ticket prices of visiting locations.
Accommodation: Hotel and transportation not included in tour price.
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Meeting location

Chiyoda City, Tokyo, 100-0005, Japan

Tokyo Station.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
Art And Culture
Food And Drink
City Highlights
Day Trip
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
1409799
Languages
English
Japanese
Russian
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Tokyo best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to immerse themselves in Japan's rich Edo-era history and explore breathtaking mountain villages. It's ideal for those interested in cultural experiences, traditional Japanese architecture, and local delicacies. With a moderate activity level, it suits those who enjoy walking and exploring at a leisurely pace.

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