Kanazawa Museums National Crafts Museum 3.95 1 Visitors will be exposed to numerous masterpieces at Japan's only national museum specializing in crafts and design. See More
Kanazawa Experiences Facilities National Important Cultural Asset Ochaya SHIMA 3.95 1 The Ochaya (tea house), which has remained unchanged since the Edo period, offers a glimpse of what it was like in those days. See More Related Articles 24 Noteworthy things to do in Kanazawa: A City Rich in History and Tradition Kanazawa has always flourished as a cultural city during the Edo period and was also known as Kaga Hyakumangoku. You can feel immersed amongst various activities such as walking through streets that retain the ambiance of the historically beautiful Edo period,savoring fresh seafood from Kanazawa Port, and visiting museums where you can appreciate glittering traditional crafts and outstanding contemporary art. Let's introduce some wonderful tourist spots, gourmet food, and accommodation facilities in Kanazawa, a city deeply imbued with the history and tradition of a culturally prosperous city.
24 Noteworthy things to do in Kanazawa: A City Rich in History and Tradition Kanazawa has always flourished as a cultural city during the Edo period and was also known as Kaga Hyakumangoku. You can feel immersed amongst various activities such as walking through streets that retain the ambiance of the historically beautiful Edo period,savoring fresh seafood from Kanazawa Port, and visiting museums where you can appreciate glittering traditional crafts and outstanding contemporary art. Let's introduce some wonderful tourist spots, gourmet food, and accommodation facilities in Kanazawa, a city deeply imbued with the history and tradition of a culturally prosperous city.
Kanazawa Famous Places Nagamachi Samurai District 3.95 1 Stroll through the former Kaga Domain’s traditional townscape with earthen walls. Nagamachi Samurai Residences. See More Related Articles Experience Samurai Martial Arts in Kanazawa! Model Itinerary for 3 days/2 nights During the Edo period (1600-1868), the Kaga domain, known as “Kaga Hyakumangoku” (Kaga one-million goku), was the second largest Taihan (domain with over 10,000 goku area granted by the Shogun during the Edo period) after the Shogun Tokugawa families. Kanazawa, the capital of the Kaga domain, inherited this history and still retains a strong trace of samurai culture.
Experience Samurai Martial Arts in Kanazawa! Model Itinerary for 3 days/2 nights During the Edo period (1600-1868), the Kaga domain, known as “Kaga Hyakumangoku” (Kaga one-million goku), was the second largest Taihan (domain with over 10,000 goku area granted by the Shogun during the Edo period) after the Shogun Tokugawa families. Kanazawa, the capital of the Kaga domain, inherited this history and still retains a strong trace of samurai culture.
Kanazawa Shrines & Temples Oyama Shrine 3.95 1 Check out the “Gate of God”, an important cultural heritage. See More
Ishikawa Shopping Streets Wajima Morning Market 3.95 1 One of the three major morning markets in Japan, bustling with customers every day and offering local delicacies and specialties. See More
Kanazawa Museums Ninja Weapon Museum 3.87 2 Unlock the full mystique of ninjas in this century-old authentic townhouse. See More
Ishikawa Tourist Attractions Chirihama Nagisa Driveway 3.87 2 An exhilarating drive right next to the crashing waves. See More
Kanazawa Shopping Streets Omicho Market 3.87 2 Enjoy Kanazawa gourmet food at the vibrant Kanazawa’s kitchen. See More Related Articles Ishikawa Prefecture – Walking and Eating at Omi-cho Market! ~Omi-cho’s Croquettes and Raw Oysters~ Omi-cho Market is a popular sightseeing spot located within walking distance of Kanazawa Station. They have a wide selection of not only fresh food products, but various restaurants and food you can eat while walking as well. This is a must-go place if you are going to Kanazawa!
Ishikawa Prefecture – Walking and Eating at Omi-cho Market! ~Omi-cho’s Croquettes and Raw Oysters~ Omi-cho Market is a popular sightseeing spot located within walking distance of Kanazawa Station. They have a wide selection of not only fresh food products, but various restaurants and food you can eat while walking as well. This is a must-go place if you are going to Kanazawa!
Kanazawa Museums 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa 3.77 5 The artistic town, Kanazawa, offers a variety of participation-oriented modern art for everyone to enjoy. See More
Kanazawa Tourist Attractions Nomura Family samurai Residence 3.58 1 The former samurai residence with the only publicly-opened museum in Nagamachi area. See More
Kanazawa Japanese Cuisine Kanazawa Oden Akadama Main Store 3.58 1 This long-standing Kanazawa Oden restaurant, which started in 1927, is cherished by the local people. See More
Kanazawa Museums Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of History 3.58 1 A brick historical building where everyone can enjoy experiencing history and culture. See More
Ishikawa Museums Kutaniyaki Art museum 3.58 1 Everything from the birth of Kutani ware (Kutaniyaki) to Kutani ware as a modern art form. See More
Kanazawa Tourist Attractions Seisonkaku 3.58 1 The luxurious palace of the Maeda family's wife, decorated with traditional Kaga crafts, stands in Kenrokuen Garden. See More
Kanazawa Shrines & Temples Myoryuji Temple 3.58 1 Let's go inside the "Ninja Temple," as it is also called, where tricks are hidden here and there. See More
Kanazawa Parks & Gardens Kanazawa Castle Park 3.47 3 A castle reminds us of the past prosperity of Kaga Hyakumangoku. See More Related Articles Stroll around the aesthetically pleasing and spacious Kanazawa Castle Park. This time I will introduce Kanazawa castle park. It’s a city park right next to Kenrokuen garden.
Stroll around the aesthetically pleasing and spacious Kanazawa Castle Park. This time I will introduce Kanazawa castle park. It’s a city park right next to Kenrokuen garden.
Kanazawa Famous Places Nishi Chaya-Gai District 3.00 1 Take a leisurely stroll through the Chaya Gai district, lined with Ochaya and kappo restaurants (Japanese-style restaurants). See More
Ishikawa Experiences Facilities Komatsu no Mori Sheer power and great mining machines at this historic site! Try your hand and step up at this rare chance. See More
Kanazawa Japanese Cuisine Sashimiya（Kanazawa City） A former fishmonger-turned-izakaya, offering an abundance of fresh seafood sourced directly from Omicho Market. See More
Kanazawa Food & Drink Fukumasamune Kagayaki Kanazawa Junmai Ginjo with Gold Leaf An anniversary bottle from Kanazawa's oldest sake brewery. See More
