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Crafts and Coastlines: Kanazawa & Noto Exploration
4 days · 6 stops · ¥40,000–¥70,000
Uncover the traditional crafts and quiet coastal villages of Kanazawa and the Noto Peninsula, with a backdrop of autumn's gentle beauty.
Days
Higashi Chaya District
Ishikawa
Chensiyuan / CC BY-SA 4.0
Schedule
Day 01 of 04Land at KMQ · Thu, Oct 15 · from JFK · 1 traveler
Stay
Kanazawa · 3 nights
Thu, Oct 15 → Sun, Oct 18 · 1 guest
14:00
EXPLORE
東茶屋街
Stay ~2h
Hokutetsu-Kanazawa Station
Begin your journey by exploring the historic Higashi Chaya District, known for its preserved teahouses and traditional crafts. Enjoy a quiet stroll and perhaps a tea ceremony in one of the lesser-known teahouses.
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Trip budget · お見積り
¥11,500–¥20,000 / person / day
¥45,000–¥80,000 total
💴 Carry ~¥5,000/day in cash — many hidden spots are cash-only.
Estimated from 5 travel legs and 3 hotel nights. International flights not included. Typical prices, not quotes.
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