Kanazawa

Kanazawa (金沢) is a city located in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It is the capital city of Ishikawa Prefecture and is located on the coast of the Sea of Japan. Kanazawa has a population of approximately 460,000 people and is known for its well-preserved Edo-era districts, beautiful gardens, traditional crafts, and local cuisine.

Kanazawa has many tourist attractions, including the Kenrokuen Garden, which is considered one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan. The city also has a number of museums, including the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, which features modern art and design exhibits.

Kanazawa is also known for its traditional crafts, such as gold leaf production and lacquerware. Visitors can learn about these crafts and watch artisans at work at various workshops and galleries throughout the city.

The city is known for its fresh seafood, sake, and local specialties such as Kaga vegetables, Kanazawa-style sushi, and the sweet dessert known as gold leaf ice cream.

Getting there and around

From Tokyo Station to Kanazawa Station:

Shinkansen

Tokyo Station ↓ Hokuriku Shinkansen ↓ 1 hour 26 minutes (4 stops) Kanazawa Station (Cost 14,380 yen)

Attractions in Kanazawa

Kenrokuen Kenrokuen (兼六園) is a beautiful Japanese garden located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It is considered one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, ...

Ninjadera Myoryuji Temple (妙立寺), commonly known as the “Ninja Temple” or “Ninjadera,” is a Buddhist temple located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. It was b...

Higashi Chaya District The Higashi Chaya District (ひがし茶屋街) is a historic geisha district located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the Chubu region of Japan. It is one of ...

Seisonkaku Seisonkaku (成巽閣) is a historic Japanese villa located in the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the Hokuriku region of Japan. It was built in the l...

The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art (金沢21世紀美術館) is a contemporary art museum located in Kanazawa, Japan. It is a leading cultural institution ...

Nagamachi District Nagamachi Bukeyashiki District (長町武家屋敷跡), often shortened to Nagamachi District, is a historic district located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japa...

Omicho Market Omicho Market (近江町市場), also known as "Kanazawa's Kitchen," is a lively and bustling indoor market located in the heart of Kanazawa, Japan. With a histor...

Kanazawa Castle Kanazawa Castle (金沢城) is a historic castle located in the city of Kanazawa, Japan. The castle was first built in 1583 by the Maeda clan, who ruled the reg...

Nishi Chaya District The Nishi Chaya District (にし茶屋街) is a historic district located in the city of Kanazawa, Japan. It is one of three geisha districts in the city, with th...

Oyama Shrine Oyama Shrine (尾山神社) is a Shinto shrine located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Originally built in 1599 as a memorial temple for Maeda Toshiie, the fir...