A day trip to visit major tourist spots in Kanazawa 《Special article to explore Chubu & Hokuriku areas from Shinjuku by express bus 3/3》

Known as one of the three most famous gardens in Japan, Kenrokuen was created by the daimyo (feudal lord) of the Kaga Clan in the Edo Era (1603-1868) in a style featuring a path around a pond. It boasts beautiful scenery in each season, especially during Yuki-tsuri, when the branches of the trees are tied with protective snow ropes. The poetic scene of branches covered in pure white snow is famous all over Japan.

In the Edo Era, this was used as the castle of the Maeda family, whose head was the daimyo (feudal lord) of the Kaga Clan. It features a stone wall built with a variety of stones from each era. Within the castle grounds, structures on the left and right were built in different styles of masonry. Two of them, "Ishikawa-mon" gate and "Sanjukken Nagaya" turret, have been recognized as Important National Cultural Assets of Japan.

Starting with Leandro's Pool, many works of art by modern artists are exhibited here. Under the theme of an "Open-air, Park-like Art Museum", the buildings and artworks come together with an element of attraction, engaging all 5 senses for your enjoyment.

This market deals mainly in seafood and everyday sundries. Also known as "Kanazawa's Kitchen", many of its shops offer a seafood rice bowl that this market is famous for. Not only does it have a beautiful presentation and overwhelming volume, the taste of this dish is also exquisite!

This area has been preserved as an Important Traditional Collection of buildings. Constructed mainly at the beginning of the Meiji Era (1868-1912), this street scene of buildings featuring projected lattices is full of character. They are still in use today as restaurants or museum archive libraries.