VISIT KANAZAWA, JAPAN - Official Travel Guide

The highlight of this plan is the rare opportunity to converse directly with Ms. Suzu, a Geiko who speaks fluent English. Without the need for a translator, you can share stories, ask questions about her lifestyle, and enjoy traditional "Ozashiki" games. It is a heartwarming, laughter-filled immersion into a world that is usually hidden from view.

Note: This plan does not include a dance performance. For performances, please book the "Private Ozashiki Experience."

Highlights

Hidden Sanctuary in Kazuemachi

Your experience unfolds in Kazuemachi, one of Kanazawa's three historic tea house districts. Located right in front of the legendary "Kuragari-zaka" (The Dark Slope), our venue features iconic ochre-latticed windows—a preserved sanctuary where time seems to stand still.

The Art of Personal Hospitality

This is not a distant performance on a stage. Here, the Geisha (known locally as Geiko) join you at your side. They will pour your drinks and engage in graceful conversation, sharing stories of Kanazawa’s rich heritage. Experience the refined art of Japanese hospitality that has been perfected over centuries.

Playful Traditions: "Ozashiki-Asobi"

After lunch, immerse yourself in Ozashiki-Asobi—traditional drinking games such as "Konpira-fune-fune" or "Tora-Tora." Guided by the Geiko’s rhythmic musical cues, these games break the ice and fill the room with laughter, offering a joyful connection to Japan’s vibrant past.

A Visual Feast of the Four Seasons

Savor a beautifully curated Gozen lunch prepared by the renowned restaurant "Ichirin." Each dish is a masterpiece reflecting Kanazawa's seasonal bounty, served with the elegance and precision that defines Japanese haute cuisine.

Time table
　AM 11:20　Meeting time

　AM 11:30　Eat Lunch

　PM 0:00　Talk and traditional game with Geisha

　PM 0:50　Group Photo

Wear 

　Since you will be entering a room with tatami mats, please wear socks or stockings.