Top Things To Do and Places to Visit in Kanazawa

When travelers visit Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan, Kanazawa is the most famous city they choose. It is also known that Kanazawa is "Small Kyoto", because they share similar atmosphere. If you wandering what to do in Kanazawa, well, that's a lot, you might want to wander around one of the three great gardens in Japan, Kenrouku-en, and Higahsi Chaya Street, exploring the steet full of remaining Samurai residences and other buildings. Tired of seeing tradition? Take a look at modern art exploring in 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.

You will not regret the beautiful view and famous tourist spots that Kanazawa offers. Kanazawa is gonna be a perfect choice for you to visit! Take a complete look to top things and places to visit in Kanaawa!

Kenroku-en

This garden is known as one of Japan’s three greatest gardens. It is also designated as a National Treasure. Enjoy the different features of each season in this garden where man-made beauty and nature exist in remarkable harmony.

Kanazawa Chaya Districts

Tea houses, where visitors can enjoy the company of “geisha”, were established in the Chaya (tea house) districts since the Edo period. That tradition is still alive today in these picture-perfect districts with their historical buildings.

Ninjadera

Myoryuji Temple is known by the nickname Ninjadera. The tense historical background of this valuable building can be felt in the unique traps and mechanisms set for the Shogunate army.

Omicho Market

Ishikawa Prefecture is blessed with an abundance of seafood. Omicho Market famous in Japan as a place you can get your hands on some hard to- get fresh fish. Walk around and try some of the seasonal food in this lively market.

Kanazawa Castle

Kanazawa Castle was constructed using various traditional techniques. Because it was a wooden building , it was repeatedly burned down and rebuilt. Even now it is a famous castle being passed down to future generations as a historical cultural asset.

Oyama Shrine

The unique design of the main gate of this historical shrine is impressive. It is a tourist spot where you can sense the rich history of Kanazawa.

Nagamachi

Narrow stone paved alleys with long ocher earthen walls continuing along the waterways. Nagamachi is a place where you can get a peek at the life of samurai in the Edo Era, and find yourself in the warrior district of those times.

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa

A famous new type of museum where you can experience art like playing in the park. Have fun in the huge “swimming pool,” the glass wall pavilion made using three primary colors, and much more!

Seisonkaku

Seisonkaku was built by Nariyasu Maeda for his mother. It is a villa filled with vibrant colors where you can feel his consideration for his mother built into the details. The beauty in even the smallest details is breathtaking.

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