Kanazawa Parks & Gardens Nishida Family Garden Gyokusen-en 3.95 1 A pond garden known as Gyokukan Style, one of the 6 gardens created in the mid-Edo period. 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 Experiences Facilities Nomura family Samurai Residence Garden Viewing 3.95 1 Samurai residences are time tunnels back to the samurai era. See More
Kanazawa Experiences Facilities Nishida Family Garden Gyokusen-en, Tea Ceremony 3.95 1 Experience the “accomplishments of a samurai” at the garden where a lord visited. See More
Kanazawa Experiences Facilities Shijimaya-Honpo Japanese Sword Appreciation 3.95 1 Feel the “spirit of the samurai” awaiting inside a Japanese sword, a fusion of weaponry and art. See More
Kanazawa Experiences Facilities Ishikawa Prefectural Budokan Kyudo field (Japanese archery field) 3.95 1 Experience the essence of Japanese martial arts through Kyudo (Japanese archery). See More
Kanazawa Experiences Facilities Mt. Tsurumai Eian-ji Temple Zazen Experience 3.95 1 Zazen meditation at a temple associated with the Kaga domain for self-reflection. See More
Kanazawa Experiences Facilities Kureha Higashi Chaya District 3.95 1 A gallery and café operated by a long-established kimono shop where you can rent authentic Kaga Yuzen kimonos. See More
Kanazawa Cafés Kintsuba Nakata Ya, Higashiyama-chayagai Shop, Wami 3.95 1 A sweet shop produced by a long established Japanese sweet confectioner where visitors can enjoy sweets using Noto Ⅾainagon red beans are served. See More
Kanazawa Museums Kanazawa Noh Museum 3.95 1 Experience and learn about Noh, with a focus on "Kaga Hosho," in an enjoyable manner at this museum. See More
Kanazawa Museums Kanazawa Umimirai Library 3.95 1 Selected as one of the "Top 25 Most Beautiful Public Libraries in the World", this is the city's fourth largest library. See More
Kanazawa Experiences Facilities Nagamachi Yuzen Kan - Workshop of Kaga-Yuzen 3.95 1 See, learn, and experience the traditional beauty of Kaga Yuzen. See More
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
Kanazawa Shrines & Temples Oyama Shrine 3.95 1 Check out the “Gate of God”, an important cultural heritage. See More
Kanazawa Museums Ninja Weapon Museum 3.87 2 Unlock the full mystique of ninjas in this century-old authentic townhouse. 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
