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Kanazawa
Ishikawa
4.2
Kanazawa
Ishikawa
4.2
￥2,000～￥2,999
￥2,000～￥2,999
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Kanazawa
Kanazawa's "Kenrokuen Garden" is one of Japan's three famous gardens and has won the highest three-star rating in the Michelin Green Guide Japan. The garden is decorated with beautiful scenery that can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons. The "21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa" is a museum with a concept of being like a park open to the city, and its swimming pool is a work of art that recreates a rare scene of looking like you are swimming in the pool when viewed from above, and looking out from the water when viewed from below. At "Hakuichi," where you can eat Japan's most luxurious soft serve ice cream, they offer Kanazawa's representative sweets, which are topped with whole gold leaf and are sure to be a hit on social media. It's highly recommended, even if you have to wait in line.
Kanazawa
5 Highlights
01
Kenrokuen Garden
One of Japan's three most famous gardens, a large feudal garden with water and greenery
Kenrokuen Garden was built by the Kaga clan during the Edo period and was upgraded to a "special place of scenic beauty," which can be considered a national treasure of the garden, in 1985. With its vast 30,000 square meters, visitors can enjoy various landscapes throughout the year, such as cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and snow hanging.
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Kenrokuen Garden
One of Japan's three most famous gardens, a large feudal garden with water and greenery
Kenrokuen Garden was built by the Kaga clan during the Edo period and was upgraded to a "special place of scenic beauty," which can be considered a national treasure of the garden, in 1985. With its vast 30,000 square meters, visitors can enjoy various landscapes throughout the year, such as cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and snow hanging.
02
Omicho Market
A market with a wide variety of delicious food, known as Kanazawa's kitchen!
The market is packed with around 170 shops, creating a lively atmosphere. Fresh seafood caught in the Sea of Japan is available, as well as livestock products such as Noto beef, local vegetables and fruits, and various Japanese and Western sweets. In short, there is a wide variety of delicious food available.
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Omicho Market
A market with a wide variety of delicious food, known as Kanazawa's kitchen!
The market is packed with around 170 shops, creating a lively atmosphere. Fresh seafood caught in the Sea of Japan is available, as well as livestock products such as Noto beef, local vegetables and fruits, and various Japanese and Western sweets. In short, there is a wide variety of delicious food available.
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21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
A museum like a park that anyone can visit
This contemporary art museum is enjoyable for both young children and adults. The symbol of this museum, the "Swimming Pool," is an experiential exhibit where the artwork is completed only when people enter inside. Please take a look at the mysterious scenery from both the outside and inside.
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21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
A museum like a park that anyone can visit
This contemporary art museum is enjoyable for both young children and adults. The symbol of this museum, the "Swimming Pool," is an experiential exhibit where the artwork is completed only when people enter inside. Please take a look at the mysterious scenery from both the outside and inside.
04
Kanazawa Station
A unique and charming gateway to Kanazawa!
The "Omotenashi Dome," with its geometric glass ceiling, and the drum-shaped Koto-mon gate that follows from it. Kanazawa is proud of its new attraction, which was built with the concept of "hospitality to people getting off the train with umbrellas, as it rains and snows a lot in Kanazawa."
04
Kanazawa Station
A unique and charming gateway to Kanazawa!
The "Omotenashi Dome," with its geometric glass ceiling, and the drum-shaped Koto-mon gate that follows from it. Kanazawa is proud of its new attraction, which was built with the concept of "hospitality to people getting off the train with umbrellas, as it rains and snows a lot in Kanazawa."
05
Higashi Chaya District
A nostalgic townscape with a Japanese atmosphere
Lattice windows line up and stone-paved alleys continue. When the sun goes down, gas lamps light up and the sound of shamisen and taiko drums can be heard from the teahouses... Higashi Chaya District is a popular tourist spot in Kanazawa where you can feel the traditions and culture of the city promoted by the Kaga domain.
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Higashi Chaya District
A nostalgic townscape with a Japanese atmosphere
Lattice windows line up and stone-paved alleys continue. When the sun goes down, gas lamps light up and the sound of shamisen and taiko drums can be heard from the teahouses... Higashi Chaya District is a popular tourist spot in Kanazawa where you can feel the traditions and culture of the city promoted by the Kaga domain.
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Omicho Market Tour
A market where you can find a variety of delicious food in Kanazawa.
The market is crowded with about 170 shops, and it's full of energy. Fresh seafood caught in the Sea of Japan, as well as livestock products such as Noto beef, local vegetables and fruits, and various Japanese and Western sweets... Anyway, there is a wide variety of delicious food available.
Kaga Cuisine
Local cuisine that conveys the history of Kaga Hyakumangoku.
Kaga cuisine does not refer to one thing, but rather refers to kaiseki cuisine that allows you to feel the agricultural and marine products, climate, and culture of Kanazawa. Representative dishes include jibuni and hako sushi. The beautiful local cuisine is also focused on appearance, with attention paid to the dishes used.
Top-notch Sushi Restaurant
Sushi of the highest quality that showcases the craftsmanship of the chef
The sushi culture in Kanazawa has been passed down since the Edo period. There are many famous restaurants in the city that impress even the most knowledgeable foodies. Why not take a peek at the top-notch sushi restaurants in Kanazawa, known as the kingdom of sushi? Don't forget to check out their affordable lunch menus too!
Kanazawa Curry
Also known as "Black Curry"! The secret roux is popular.
A popular curry dish for the common people, characterized by black curry covering the rice, fluffy cabbage on top, and a stainless steel plate. In addition, the orthodox Kanazawa curry has a tonkatsu (pork cutlet) covered with sauce on top. The rich flavor is addictive and has many fans.
Ishikawa Cafes that Warm the Heart
Experience Blissful Moments at Soothing Japanese Cafes
In Kanazawa, a city steeped in history, there are many modern Japanese cafes. Each shop has a calm and inviting atmosphere that makes you want to stop by on a whim. You can enjoy specialty coffee and various drinks, as well as visually appealing sweets that will help you relax and unwind from your travels.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥9,519
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥33,804
Best Season
1~5 Month
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