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Very friendly staff, clean rooms, lovely bathrooms, comfy beds. Great food, loved the breakfast!

Amazing experience, wonderful service, beautiful rooms and truly immersive experience. Private onsen was beautiful.

Our time with Megu in Kanazawa was truly exceptional and a highlight of our trip. We had the pleasure of experiencing both a food tour and a half-day cultural tour with her, and both were outstanding. Megu has an incredible depth of knowledge and a warm, engaging way of sharing it that made each experience feel personal and memorable. During the food tour, Megu introduced us to local spots we never would have discovered on our own. She helped us understand regional specialties and guided us through how to order, making the experience approachable and enjoyable for our three-generation group. It was such a fun and delicious way to connect with the culture through food. The following day, Megu guided us through Kanazawa’s samurai district, beautiful gardens, and geisha district. Her storytelling brought each location to life, providing context that deepened our appreciation for the history and traditions of the area. The pacing was perfect, allowing time to explore, ask questions, and truly take in each setting. Megu is thoughtful, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing her culture. We left with a much richer understanding of Kanazawa and memories our family will cherish. We highly recommend touring with Megu — it was truly a 5-star experience.

Our time with Megu in Kanazawa was truly exceptional and a highlight of our trip. We had the pleasure of experiencing both a food tour and a half-day cultural tour with her, and both were outstanding. Megu has an incredible depth of knowledge and a warm, engaging way of sharing it that made each experience feel personal and memorable. During the food tour, Megu introduced us to local spots we never would have discovered on our own. She helped us understand regional specialties and guided us through how to order, making the experience approachable and enjoyable for our three-generation group. It was such a fun and delicious way to connect with the culture through food. The following day, Megu guided us through Kanazawa’s samurai district, beautiful gardens, and geisha district. Her storytelling brought each location to life, providing context that deepened our appreciation for the history and traditions of the area. The pacing was perfect, allowing time to explore, ask questions, and truly take in each setting. Megu is thoughtful, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing her culture. We left with a much richer understanding of Kanazawa and memories our family will cherish. We highly recommend touring with Megu — it was truly a 5-star experience.

Our private transfer from Takayama to Kanazawa with Ku, including a stop in Shirakawa-go, was outstanding and far exceeded our expectations. Ku was an excellent driver — professional, safe, and incredibly kind — making the journey feel comfortable and relaxed for our three-generation group. The visit to Shirakawa-go, the UNESCO-listed historic village, was a highlight of the day. Ku shared thoughtful insights and insider knowledge, guiding us on the best timing to visit each house and helping us avoid the busiest crowds so we could fully enjoy the beauty and history of the village. Her familiarity with the area allowed us to experience the destination in a much more meaningful way than we could have on our own. Throughout the day, Ku was attentive, flexible, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a wonderful experience. The transfer was seamless, enjoyable, and stress-free, allowing us to focus on taking in the scenery and making special memories together. We highly recommend Ku for anyone traveling between Takayama and Kanazawa, especially if visiting Shirakawa-go along the way. Truly a 5-star experience.

Our private cooking class in Takayama with Toma, Hisa, and Bob was one of the most memorable experiences of our entire trip to Japan. From the moment we arrived, they welcomed us into their home with incredible warmth and hospitality, immediately making our multi-generational family feel comfortable and at ease. The experience went far beyond a typical cooking class — it was a meaningful cultural exchange. We prepared traditional dishes together while learning about local ingredients, customs, and daily life in Takayama. Toma, Hisa, and Bob were patient, engaging, and generous in sharing their knowledge, making the experience enjoyable for all three generations traveling with us. What made the experience especially unique was the setting itself. Their home is a cultural landmark, having been the birthplace of more than 6,000 babies over many generations, as their family served as obstetricians for the community for decades. Sitting together in their beautiful formal dining room to enjoy the meal we prepared felt incredibly special and personal. This experience created memories our family will treasure forever. If you are looking for an authentic, welcoming, and truly meaningful cultural experience in Japan, we highly recommend this cooking class. It was truly 5 stars.

Incredibly convenient location right between the train station and an incredible temple. Ample food options within a short walk. Small lobby, not-great restaurant, no workout facility -- you are basically in your room or outside in the city. Not a problem for us, but worth realizing if you are expecting any of those amenities.

Terrific location for enjoying a very accessible Tokyo neighborhood. Very nice hotel. Great breakfast each morning to start the day.