Overview
Kanazawa offers refined gardens and teahouse districts with fewer crowds than Kyoto. Kenrokuen, Omicho Market and Higashi Chaya are Hokuriku highlights, linked by shinkansen from Tokyo.
Must-see
Kenrokuen
A signature stop for first-time visitors.
Kanazawa Castle Park
Worth a half-day at an easy pace.
- Kenrokuen
- Kanazawa Castle Park
- Higashi Chaya
- Omicho Market
- 21st Century Museum
Food highlights
- Sushi & seafood bowls
- Kaga cuisine
- Gold-leaf sweets
