Taxi & Transport Scams in Kanazawa

Unofficial Taxi Solicitation at Kanazawa Station

Licensed taxis at Kanazawa Station use meters and are regulated, but informal ride solicitors occasionally approach arriving passengers at the Tsuzumimon Gate (west exit) or in the bus terminal area, offering flat-rate rides to Kenroku-en or Higashi Chaya at prices of ¥2,000–¥3,500 when the metered fare is typically ¥900–¥1,200. These are private cars, not licensed taxis, and have no insurance or consumer recourse if a problem occurs.