
Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights
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Is Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights worth booking?
Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights is a 8-hour experience in Kanazawa, Japan, from $12900 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $12900 per person
A one-day tour starting from Kanazawa Station (or from your hotel if it is near the station or central area of the city), followed by the gold leaf experience, a visit to Omicho Market, a quick stop at Oyama Shrine and t
What you get
- English speaking guide
- Gold Leaf Placement Experience
- Hosomaki Sushi Lunch
About this experience
A one-day tour starting from Kanazawa Station (or from your hotel if it is near the station or central area of the city), followed by the gold leaf experience, a visit to Omicho Market, a quick stop at Oyama Shrine and then a make-your-own-sushi roll for lunch. In the afternoon you will have a choice between three different routes: main sights, samurai/ninjas or the arts. When you meet up with the guide in the morning you can let them know what you want to do! See below for more details on each choice.
What's included
Included
- English speaking guide
- Gold Leaf Placement Experience
- Hosomaki Sushi Lunch
What you'll see and do
Walk through Yokoyasue-cho as we head towards the Gold Leaf Experience. Learn about changes that happened to this area over the past century. At the experience itself, enjoy placing the gold on a plate as they have been doing for centuries!
100 minutes here · Admission included
Omicho Market
Pass through Omicho Market and learn more about the history of Kanazawa and this market's role in it. Grab a bite to eat if you want as well.
20 minutes here
Oyama Shrine
Walk around Oyama Shrine and its unique gate and shrine garden. Cross the bridge and enter the outer edge of the castle and the beautifully kept Japanese garden.
30 minutes here
Lunch time at COIL, the make-your-own-sushi restaurant. You can choose what you want to put inside so this is great from everyone!
60 minutes here · Admission included
Kanazawa
After lunch it’s decision time! You must choose one of the three options. There is not enough time to do all of them so depending on what you have already seen or what you are feeling the day of, choose one of the three options. OPTION 1 – The Main Sights of Kanazawa OPTION 2 – Samurai, Ninjas and retro-modern Kanazawa Option 3 – Traditional Sense, Modern Art After touring this exquisite villa, we will make our make back to Kanazawa Station or your hotel to finish the tour. Don’t hesitate to ask you guide for recommendations on what to do or eat in the city for the rest of your stay.
300 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kanazawa
The meetup point is outside of the Shinkansen ticket gates, in front of the information center. If you are heading out from the gates, look forward and to the right and you will see a large ‘?’ inside of a circle. Be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
The meetup point is outside of the Shinkansen ticket gates, in front of the information center. If you are heading out from the gates, look forward and to the right and you will see a large ‘?’ inside of a circle. Be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag
Options you can book
3. Traditional Sense & Art
Duration: 8 hours: This option is for those who want something quite different, with a focus on the beauty of Kanazawa’s traditional culture
2. Samurais & Ninjas
Duration: 8 hours: This afternoon option is great for those who want to experience both the traditional and more recent history of the city
1. The Main Sights of Kanazawa
Duration: 8 hours: This option is for those who are only spending a day in Kanazawa and/or want to see all the most important sights. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $12900 to $93000
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kanazawa.
How much does Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights cost?
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Prices start at $12900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kanazawa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kanazawa is not rushed.
Is Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kanazawa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kanazawa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kanazawa and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour From Kanazawa Gold Leaf and Sushi Delights start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kanazawa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kanazawa?
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On Outty we rank every Kanazawa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include World Heritage Shirakawa-go and Experience Tours from Kanazawa, Kanazawa Full Day Tour (Private Guide), Kanazawa Highlights: Garden, Castle, Samurai & Geisha+Taxi. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kanazawa?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kanazawa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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