Historical Tour From Kanazawa: Beaches, Temples & Aliens in Hakui
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Overview

Beautiful beaches, old temples and shrines and a unique astronautical museum await you in the city of Hakui. Less than an hour north of Kanazawa on the Noto peninsula, this city is truly a slice of rural paradise. The beaches here are long and make for a great escape during the heat of the summer! Historically, this area was a crossroads whether that was during the Sengoku or Warring States Period over 300 years ago, and that importance is still seen today in the National Heritage Site of Myojoji Temple. The Sea of Japan Coast is quite spectacular and diverse, with beaches interspersed between captivating rock formations. Finally, you can experience a unique space museum that has both information about UFO sightings in the area and real NASA moon landers. This area is an excellent mix of traditional and natural beauty with the quirkiness of modern Japan. It is definitely a city not to miss when visiting Kanazawa!

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Machinovate Japan Ltd.

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Review of Beaches, Temples, and Aliens Tour in Kanazawa

Dwayne_G, May 2025

Our family just returned from an absolutely amazing tour in Kanazawa that included stunning beaches, serene temples, and an entertaining alien museum experience, and we couldn't be happier with our choice! We were fortunate to have Garrett as our private guide, and he truly was out of this world. From the very beginning, his attentiveness and organization stood out. He made sure everything was smooth and enjoyable for our family, and he especially connected well with our kids. They felt included and engaged throughout the tour, which made it all the more special. The beach we visited was breathtaking—almost completely deserted! It offered a stunning backdrop for some family photos and a relaxing moment. The temple visit was incredibly moving, and we felt honored to experience such a beautiful and serene place, enriched by Garrett's insightful commentary. The highlight for the kids, however, was undoubtedly the alien museum. It was truly strange but hilarious, and Garrett added to the fun with his humor and insights, making it a memorable experience for all of us. Garrett also took us on a lovely walk through the local Hakui area, including residential streets and rural farms, which was a great touch. It gave us a glimpse into everyday life in the region, and we appreciated the opportunity to interact with locals—Garrett skillfully interpreted for us, which made our interactions even more meaningful. On a personal note, Garrett went above and beyond by helping us book our bullet train tickets to Hiroshima for the following day. This extra effort, which took him about 30 minutes of his time, was beyond what we expected, and we are so grateful. We all give him a 10 out of 5 stars!!! I strongly recommend this tour and, especially, Garrett as a guide. His passion for the area and commitment to making our experience unforgettable truly set this tour apart. Thank you, Garrett, for a fantastic day!

Itinerary

  • Start your tour at Kanazawa Station, where your guide will greet you begin the tour and head straight to Hakui City.

    Arrive at Hakui Station and head out to the beach.

    Reach Chrihama Beach and enjoy the sea! Go swimming, see the sand art sculptures, eat or even relax. You have time to eat lunch at your own pace too. Ask you guide for recommendations for food.

    2 hours
  • Myojo-ji Temple

    After getting a feel for the area you have free time to enjoy the beach in the morning.

    Next it’s time for lunch. You can eat at the Rest House, eat at any of the vendors in the area or bring your own bento from a convenience store. We will all meet up at 12:30 in front of the Rest House to start the next part of the trip.

    Once lunch is finished and the group is back together, we will head towards Myojoji Temple. The ride there is quite scenic with excellent views of the Sea of Japan as we make our way to the temple. The Myojoji Temple that you can see now was built in the early 1600s and almost all of the buildings are registered as a National Heritage Sites.

    3 hours
  • Cosmo Isle Hakui

    After taking a bus back to the station and a short walk, we will arrive at the Hakui Cosmo Isle Museum. This place houses not only interesting stories of local UFO sightings, but real spacecraft on loan from various museums and space centers around the world.

    The museum has relationships with many other museums, such as the Smithsonian, so they can have such rare and unusual exhibits. It also shows the local history of UFO sightings. This city is famous for the unusually large number of claimed alien sightings over the centuries. This is definitely a museum that is unique, weird and very Japanese, in a modern sense.

    At around 17:00 start the journey back to Kanazawa Station with the estimated arrival time to be 18:00

    4 hours
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Location

Address

Japan, 〒920-0858 石川県金沢市木ノ新保町1番1号

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Experience

Inclusions

  • Entry fee at Myojoji Temple
  • English speaking guide
  • Free time at Chirihama Beach to enjoy swimming, the beach, etc.
  • Transportation to and from Hakui
  • Guided Tour at Chirihama Beach, Myojoji Temple and Hakui Cosmo Isle Museum
  • Transportation to and from Myojoji Temple

Exclusions

  • Lunch

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining 30 minutes is for the travel time.
  • All listed events, activities, and experiences are subject to availability. Please note that while certain tour options may appear bookable through our platforms, this does not guarantee that every experience can be carried out as scheduled in the tour itinerary. Many activities require direct confirmation with our partner venues, and availability may vary based on the date and other factors. Should any part of your ordered itinerary require adjustment or deviation from the original schedule, or if a specific experience is unavailable, we will contact you promptly to discuss suitable alternatives or amendments.

Guide Languages

  • English

Cancellation Policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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