Samurai History Tour

Kanazawa’s history is one of clashing swords, deft political maneuvers, and careful cultivation of the arts and commerce. Coming to prominence during the turbulent Warring States Period, the wealthy Maeda Clan gained control of the Kaga domain (present day Ishikawa) and ruled in relative peace and prosperity for nearly 300 years. Explore Kanazawa’s historic sights with a local guide and walk in the footsteps of merchants, artisans, geishas, and samurai.

3 days / 2 nights

From $2,100 per person

Visit the private home studio of a master lacquerware artisan to see the knowledge and skills needed to create the satin-smooth finish of this famed regional craft. Tour a local shrine with a unique story and unusual appearance before retiring to your accommodation for the evening.

Dig deep into Kanazawa’s medieval past with a local expert historian. From castles to geisha districts to the city’s celebrated Kenrokuen Garden, you’ll discover how this coastal city rose to become one of Japan’s largest and wealthiest feudal domains during the country’s tumultuous past.

Within the soot-blackened walls of this private forge, watch as one of Japan’s few remaining sword makers painstakingly folds, hammers, shapes, tempers, sharpens, and polishes raw materials into a ‘katana’, the legendary long sword wielded by the samurai of old. In the afternoon, a train from Kanazawa Station will carry you to your next destination.

Logistics

Pricing from $2,100 / person

• The price shown above is calculated based on the two people traveling.

• The price includes select meals, all activities, guides, accommodation, and transfers.

• Our Ishikawa tours are customizable, so all itineraries and price quotes are uniquely tailored to our guests.

• The only exact price will be the one you receive in your personalized quotation.