Taiyogaoka Metasequoia Avenue

With direct access from JR Kanazawa Station—often called Ishikawa’s gateway—via the Hokutetsu Kanazawa Bus, this is a photogenic spot that draws frequent visitors even though it’s in the suburbs.

Along an Approx. 1.7 km route heading toward “Iozen” from Prefectural Route 209, a tree-lined avenue of towering metasequoias creates a beautiful view with a sense of depth, like a scene from a movie, and it’s also a hot topic on social media.

It charms visitors with changing looks in every season—fresh greenery in summer and snowy scenery in winter—but the top pick is the fall foliage. When every tree turns a golden color and creates a glowing avenue like natural art, it’s sure to be an unforgettable, moving scene for anyone. The best time is usually from mid-November to late November, and it gets crowded with many people during the day on weekends.

If you want to avoid crowds and get the best shot, it’s better to visit on a weekday or early in the day.