Despite the rainy day we still decided to visit the park. It was worth every raindrop on our heads. The park is breathtaking. Just wish they put up more lights in the evening and left the park open an hour longer. It’s so beautiful. Even the gardeners were so friendly and took their time talking to us in English explaining about the history of the park!!!

It's pure Japanese garden. Beautiful huge bonsai trees and well kept park. Lots of benches provided for resting and there are also modern and clean toilets in the park. My first visit here was winter and recently I came ( in summer), its totally different.

A stunningly beautiful garden, one of the most beautiful in Japan. On a fine day a wonderful place to explore. There is also a museum of Japanese arts and crafts. This garden is next to Kanazawa Castle so both can be explored together. Outside the gardens there are many cafes and restaurants to enjoy.

Beautiful and clean garden near Kanazawa Castle, I was walking in here while enjoying the scenery. This place is perfect for people who enjoy taking natural photography. There is some shops that selling a gold leaf ice cream, it was quite pricey but when you have this in a sunny day it's worth to try.

It was picturesque. The place was huge, but it was a beautiful garden. If you are not really into nature, you would probably get easily bored. There are food stalls outside as well where you can buy mochi, soft cream, and others. Their gold soft cream is a must-try.

This grandiose Japanese garden is an amazing experience. It’s so large and full of beautiful areas and small bits of history. Spent hours walking around soaking in the serenity and beauty. There’s a tea ceremony, a couple of museums and a boatload of pretty views. The people working there are absolutely doing a fantastic job keeping this pristine. Combined with a trip to Kanazawa castle and that area, you’ve enough to see for an entire day (if not more)

This without a doubt the most beautiful garden in Japan! It's quite big and every single place you look at is beautiful and extremely well taken care of. It's perfect to walk around and feel the nature and have some time to relax, there are restrooms and a few restaurants & tea house. This is one of those places you don't want to leave!

Beautiful park. Nice shops near one of the entrances and a couple of restrooms around the park. Lots of tourism here so getting family photos without other people in the background may be a challenge.

On selected days of the year, you can enter the garden for free after dark for a special light up!! The dates are chosen so that you can experience all 4 seasons of this amazing place. Check the website for specific dates 🍁 the autumn foliage made for some incredible framing at night

Amazing park with incredible landscaping... and many cherry blossom trees around! We went in Feb, and although it was raining, it was still a very nice expirance and we feel wonderful for getting the chance to see many cherry blossom trees.

We went there at night for light-up. We could enter free without waiting line! There are waiting line in the park but we could easily see everything within 40mins. Although it was freezing cold, the view was magnificent. I don’t know whether the event is happening through the year, but I highly recommend you to visit there at night. (The photos would be much more beautiful and clear with camera, not iphone;)

Super beautiful botanical garden, came here at the height of the Cherry Blossom in April 2023 🌸 ans it was absolutely stunning. Even though it was a Sunday, and the entry fee was waived, it still wasn't too crowded once you go into the gardens a little bit. Plenty of nice spots and photo opportunities, although some require some waiting in a line.

Nice garden with good views. There are a lot of walking paths so in order to see everything you have to pin to some kind of route. Luckily Google Maps shows all walking paths. Some viewpoints have good views and on the side of the park you have some souvenir shops.

Beautiful Japanese garden with luscious moss bed (and interestingly, minimal grass!). Highly photogenic yet natural areas and the gardeners seem to be really serious at their work in maintaining this garden. The water streams are magical as the water just seems sufficient, with a smooth flow that is unperturbed. Lovely lake in the centre and is course the famous standing lamp that is the pride of Kanazawa. The only thing I didn't like was that it is near busy roads which kind of destroy the calm and peace.

Beautiful garden to stroll around. We were there on a hot and humid day which was a struggle. There's plenty of shade but impossible to stay out of the sun completely. Despite the hot weather we enjoyed our time walking through the little woods, looking at the ponds, bridges, shrines, tea houses, etc. You can tell there's tremendous effort spent maintaining this garden. Entry was 320 yen.

Kenrokuen Garden is one of Japan’s three major gardens，incredibly beautiful. The last time I visited was during the cherry blossom season，and it‘s just as serene and beautiful this time. I hope to visit again when it's snowing in winter. There were even more foreign tourists than Japanese this time.Lovely KANAZAWA！

Local attraction in Kanazawa City. Payment needed to enter : adult ¥320, children under 16 ¥100, elderly >65 yrs free. Good manicured garden and one of the big three gardens in Japan

Went here long time ago. Weather wasn't good, rainy, so the place kinda empty. Very spacious, must be pretty if the weather is good. our local & non local guide recommended the gold ice cream here, expect a lot, turned out it was an edible gold foil on top of a vanilla ice cream 😅

A fantastic garden worth visiting. Impressive layout and flora. Calm and peaceful too. Travel tips: it's on a hill and gets windy. We went on a cold wet day and was glad to be wearing the wet weather gear.

Lots of fresh foods to eat or buy. Eatery are available at the second floor and some at the ground floor. Just go there early because the shops will close early at the afternoon but restaurants closes at evening . I went there to eat the famous golden soft cream and the heart-shaped croquettes.

The Omicho Market in Kanazawa, Ishikawa is a spacious indoor complex with stalls selling fresh produce, seafood and meat. Many dining options are available on the second floor for those who want to take more time to dine and relax. Convenient access, clean market and the people are fairly friendly. The seafood in Hokkaido is better in my opinion though.

Medium sized seafood market. Some souvenirs can also be bought there. Restaurants and markets with eat in places. Nothing really special but if you’re nearby, why not. Cheers

Very nice market with lots of different options to try! I think every restaurant had the exact same menu (choices, pictures, prices, everything). I opted to buy directly from the stalls.

Very nice market with many stands offering raw or grilled fish and seafood, vegetables and fruit. There are restaurants inside the market but there is also a kind of food court where you can pick up food from several shops and eat at tables in the center of the market. Highly recommended!

Very fun market. Great restaurants and stalls. The market is covered so that it is protected from potential rain. We enjoyed some sushi, fish screwers and tempura, and had some dorayaki and golden ice cream for dessert. Don’t be afraid to try some new food!

Lots of stores and fresh seafood available. Stalls cater to those who walks by and wants to eat immediately can do so in the standing area. Lots of stores.specialising in seafood rice bowl.

The place is utterly jam-packed on weekends. It is better to go as early as possible. There are a lot of varieties of seafood as well as groceries and fresh fruits. There are lot of restaurants attached to the market which provide fresh sea food on the platter, which cannot be missed.

One of the biggest fish market in Kanazawa. The place was clean and well organized Recommended for everyone as i went there at noon and they still have a lot of restaurant opened. And you have to wait for a bit queue around 5-10minutes.

Make sure you’ve got enough cash on you - no credit cards accepted. It’s an ok seafood market, but somewhat not impressive. Felt more touristy rather than authentic. Lots of sushi restaurants (some of them are chains) with long queues, nevertheless the quality is mediocre at best and you won’t get any better quality of sushi only because the same chain is at the market.

Omicron Market While most shops specialize in the excellent local seafood and produce, tourists arrive to have lunch at restaurants inside the market.2023/09/16

Very good seafood quality as it is by sea of Japan. Also has produce , snacks, shops, and drug store in here. On par with other famous fish markets in Japan like tsukiji, sapporo, and others

Medium size arcade style market with fresh products, meat, vagies and also many stands selling ready to eat food, eg. bbq seafood, skewers of noto beef. Also proper restaurants you could sit down for sushi, ramen and etc. I found it quite packed during lunch time where all tourists come at once for lunch. To avoid the crowded situation, you can go a bit later or before. All in all, worth a visit for the fun of this market.

This market is very good as it isn't packed with tourists stopping to photograph everything. You can actually walk without stopping every 20 seconds. This is predominantly a fish market with some very small cosy cafés to the side. Well worth an hour of your time.

A great place to visit if you are after fresh seafood of all varieties. Yummy grilled Unargi ( Eel ). Some quaint yet vibrant restaurants including an amazing Sushi train if you’re prepared to wait a very long time to get in. A must to visit for fresh produce and seafood.

The best fish market in my trip to Japan to date. You can see the local people doing their groceries, rather than food stalls for tourist. Many of the fish stands sell fresh uni, oysters or skewers as well. Very worth a visit!

A lot to take in, especially there is a shrine/temple walk that people might miss if you don't move away from the main area. Lots to see around here, be careful of spiders but enjoy the beautiful scenery.

A lot of shops. Great place to buy gifts. Found a pretty cafe at the hidden corner "Glider" where we went for breakfast and afternoon tea. Highly recommended.

Nice quaint old town feel for walking on the nice stone paved street with wooden houses and shops. It was great on a rainy day as there were less tourists. Lots of snack shops and cafes along the route as well as temple and handicraft shops. It's walkable from the Omachi fish market across the river. Near the entrance on the main road there is a bus stop for a loop bus for Kanazawa JR station as well as other popular sites.

An enchanting place with lots of historical sights. The views are stunning, and it'll take you back in time of the samurai and shogunate era. Lots of traditional goodies to buy and excite your taste buds.

Interesting walk into the past! Plenty of shops line the area, mostly cafes and gift shops. Great place for a stroll, especially during the light rain, which amplified the beauty of the wood houses and the brick and stone streets. Taking photos is tricky here due to the many other people walking around. No big deal, if you’re patient you can get a few clear shots. I actually enjoyed people in my photos for once, due to the rain, they were all carrying umbrellas, and that made for some interesting shots. But if you hope to capture a scene absent of any modern day interferences, might be tough, ha ha. One thing I wish was it was bigger, it was a long walk getting there and I managed to walk through it in only a few minutes, and I took my time too, but even that was not enough to make it worth walking 4km to get to. My advice, maybe drive by or bus it, spend some time walking the streets and smelling what I believe was the wood, and then carry on to the garden and castle a short walk away.

Wanna experience the culture of Edo period in Japan - Higashi Chaya district reflects the same .. Along with that you can also enjoy the gold foil ice cream

A very pretty area that boasts lots of history and culture. It’s great if you dress up in a kimono and visit one of the cafes and slowly enjoy the area. It’s very small and out the way so I’d plan getting lunch there to make it worth it.

Lovely district with traditional houses lining the streets. Unlike some other places most of the houses still retain their old world charm though many have been converted to restaurants and souvenir shops. Unfortunately most shops were closed when we visited after 6 pm

Really neat area with street vendors selling not only fish, it is after all a fish market, but also selling all sorts of souvenirs and trinkets plus lots of gold items

Charming period wooden houses, next to the river. Very charming. Small, good places to drink tea and watch people go by. Very touristic of course but worth checking out. At night there is no people some geikos running in and out if the restaurants. Lights change the vibe on the streets.

A traditional street with Geisha and Gold leaf plated foods…. Also a really nice place for beautiful snaps….

Beautiful travel back in time to 1 of the oldest fish markets in Japan. Relaxing, full of culture. Great traditional Japanese style restaurants and food.

I have seen at night in the rain and during the day, I prefer it during the day because at night it appears as a ghost town. It is fascinating to meander and explore and enter all the various artisanal boutiques where you can find everything from high quality artistic production to mass produced souvenirs. Especially beautiful the stores that sell gold leaf cosmetics. This quarter cannot be missed

Wonderful area to stroll around and get a glimpse of what life was like before modern buildings and construction. Lovely small alleys to walk down close to the river. Very picturesque and lots if photo opportunities. We we were there mid-morning on a weekday and there were not many tourists about.

There is some extremely beautiful architecture in this area with it being filled with old temples. You can also try matcha at one of the famous tea houses, which was quite good if not a bit overpriced for what you get. It is also very touristy, might be an idea to go in the evening when it's a bit quieter!

Comfy street to walk down with lots of small tea shops scattered around. Just a few streets away from the most touristy part it's quite calm and relaxing as well with way less tourists around! The food and tea can be quite expensive but it is what to be expected from a tourist attraction such as this one.

Ultra-touristy yet still a charming place to visit, this district is a lovingly maintained old and charismatic area to walk around and take photos. There are various restaurants, cafes, tea and sweet shops, as well as souvenir shops around. It is popular so will draw constant crowds but doesn't seem to get too busy. Still, photos of the architecture without others around isn't an easy feat.

We inserted a visit to Kanazawa in our tour of Japan, between Tokyo and Kyoto since it is easily reachable by Shinkansen and include a lot of historical town and villages. All Kanazawa districts can be visited by foot in one day and we hired a private guide in order to get the most of our visit. The tea house (geisha) district was included in the tour but because we arrived mid afternoon during cherry blossom season, the district was packed so even though the visit was enjoyable, we couldn't take good photos. However, I went back the next morning at 6:00 AM to snap some pics which are included in the review. Allocate 30-60 minutes for the visit and make sure to visit gold leaf jewelry stores and sample gold leaf ice cream, Kanazawa being the main producer of gold leaf In Japan.

Don’t make the same mistake I did and make sure you visit before 17:00. After that time almost all the shops will be closed… It’s a ghost town after 17:00. Very beautiful ghost town nonetheless.

There is a regular collection. Also from time to time there were multiple special collections. The problem is from the main entrance different collections are in different areas. But there is no proper map or mark. You need to ask the staff. Also drinks are not allowed inside. It is difficult to stay long in summer time. It is worth a visit if you are interested in art.

I wanted to stop by this museum whenever I came to Kanazawa. I took a city bus from Kanazawa Station for about five stops. Kenrokuen Garden was just a stone's throw from the museum, so we decided to take a combined route. I decided to combine our routes. It was a holiday, It was a holiday, so the place was crowded with many people. There were also many foreign tourists. There are two areas: a paid area and a free area, To see the special exhibits inside, you need an admission ticket. It is definitely faster to purchase admission tickets online. When the number of visitors increases, admission will be limited and you will not have to wait in line. By the way, the famous swimming pool exhibit is a pay area. It was a pity that we could not visit the basement this time because it was during the exhibition changeover period. Be aware that the ground level is also closed when it rains. I'm sure the exhibition will change in many ways. It was worth seeing. We left the museum wishing we had more time to see it. (Go back to Kenrokuen). If you can take your time to see the exhibits, I highly recommend you to spend more time there. If you can take your time, I highly recommend you to spend your time there! The museum is closed on Mondays.

Especially good on the rainy day! It just 5 min. walk from Kenrokuen famous garden. Enjoy Nestled in the heart of Kanazawa, a city where the Edo period’s elegant culture blooms amidst modern advancements, lies a contemporary marvel that is not just a museum but a beacon of 21st-century art. The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, stands as a testament to the future of creativity, drawing visitors into a world where art transcends time and space. Imagine stepping into a realm where the boundaries between the observer and the observed blur, where interactive installations invite you to become part of the art itself. This is a place where light, space, and perception play in harmony, creating experiences that linger long after your visit. Designed by the renowned architectural duo SANAA, the museum’s circular layout ensures no hierarchy of galleries, promoting a non-linear exploration of the vast array of contemporary masterpieces. From immersive digital environments to thought-provoking sculptures and beyond, each piece challenges your perceptions, urging you to see the world through a different lens. The museum is not just a collection of art; it is a vibrant community hub, a place where every visit reveals new insights and unexpected encounters with the art world’s brightest minds. Whether you’re a fervent art aficionado or simply a curious traveler, the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, offers a unique journey through contemporary culture’s cutting edge. It’s a place where art doesn’t just mimic life—it energizes, it questions, and it inspires. Step into the future of art, where every visit is an adventure, every gallery a new world, and every artwork a conversation waiting to happen.

Swimming pool is really cool. Rest of the exhibition I don't get it very much. A few outdoor installation is good as well.

Nice museum with contemporary art. A few things to not: - The line up to buy tickets was a bit long (15-20 mins). - They don’t allow big bags inside the exhibition, coin lockers cost around $10. - There’s a very nice and cheap cafe serving desserts, lunch and drinks, HIGHLY recommend

This museum is definitely a must-see if you like modern art. It is within 1/4 of a block of Kenroku-en Gardens, Kanazawa Castle Park, and the D.T. Suzuki Museum. (Basically, a street or two separates them). There are many more museums if you continue up a steep incline passing Kenroku-en Gardens. When I visited, the museum was open until 8 pm, and I stayed over 3 hours. The museum looks circular and is glass or plexiglass. Many of the inner rooms are glass or plexiglass. There's cool art installations on the grounds like musical instruments and strange installations that you enter. I was surprised everytime. This area is free and open to the public. On my visit, there were 2 exhibitions. One of the exhibitions included a lot of video presentations. They were so good I lost track of time. There is a lot of information in japanese and english for each piece. For the video presentations, you could get a package of free information that provided more detail. The cost was 1400 yen or about $10 for both exhibitions. You can pick and choose. I had to pay cash because I didn't have any of the types of credit cards they accepted. Everything was good and I really enjoyed it. There is no need to buy advanced tickets.

Lovely building with various exhibitions in an interesting very modern setting. Enjoyment will depend on whats on, but reasonable prices, great space and welcome made worthwhile for me. Handy lockers for bags and plenty of pace ti not feel crowded.

A nice museum and easily takes an hour or two to explore. Both indoors and outdoors exhibits. Popular IG shots and pool.

This is a beautiful museum, showcasing amazing modern Japanese and international art. The circular design of the building encourages exploration of the space itself, as well as the permanent collections and exhibitions. The famous “pool” attracts a lot of tourists but the reminder of the space is much calmer.

It was very existing place to enjoy contemporary art. There are several room to display some exhibition. The lift without hanging was extraordinary.

Interesting museum with lots to discover and many details. It is quite a popular attraction so best to buy tickets in advance, especially if you want to see the swimming pool exhibition (you need a special reservation).

Absolutely fun for kids to experience being inside a swimming pool but dry! (Reserve easily online to get a spot). Fee for museum is low and free for kids. Outside are several structures that kids would love to explore. Don’t forget the basement as there are exhibits there as well. The hydraulics elevator is a must for kids interested in mechanics. The modern building itself is fabulous. The museum shops are disappointing (very small and lack selections). Tip: ok to use credit cards! Bring student ID for discounts.

Nice restaurant, not sure about some of the artworks though. Maybe the interpretations offered would make more sense after a bottle of sake or two. Thankfully it's not expensive to get in. Convenient location easily reached on foot near other attractions and shopping district. Try the ice cream sandwich/ hot bun (melon bread ) in a little shop on the way back to the downtown area!

It was a shame that most of the museum was closed because of the recent earthquake. They had already opened the free area – outside, and as much as I could see it was still very nice, and I am sure that inside in the paid areas there is also good content to look at.

This contemporary art museum of kanazawa is famous of its swimming pool. I think it is the most sought after attraction in kanazawa. Yes, it is very interesting to see visitors walking around at the bottom of the pool. Japan never fails to impress, every place has its own interesting charm

the pieces displayed outside is good enough for photo taking unless you are keen on contemporary art. the souvenir shop has a good range of selected items, should go. the beef steak a la carte at the restaurant so yummy with sake, must try

Real beauty of a castle grounds, I could totally see myself ruling a kingdom from this place. An absolute fortress, I did not notice until my second visit a day later, but upon exiting from beneath the bridge that leads to the Kenroku-en Garden, if you walk alongside that stone road beneath the bridge to the other side of the castle grounds, there is a moat, sort of, ha ha. The castle grounds from every angle really puts into perspective how massive this place was. Throughout the park there is also several outdoor exhibits that highlight the architecture and building techniques used to build the walls and parts of the castle. Even some neat cross sections of how they were built. Custodians tending to the property do an outstanding job, I am not too familiar with standards a caretaker takes in other castles or temples, but watching one custodian gently brush the moss with a broom and remove all the fallen pine needles and debris from the moss, a section of ground so remote I don’t think anyone would have appreciated, really says something about the care this site receives. I can not comment on how the staff feel about it of course, but judging from the smile on the one custodians face, I can’t help but feel he was happy to be doing what he does. Overall, awesome place to walk around and explore with several nice vantage points for viewing the surrounding city and mountains of Kanazawa. Also, I went during 20°C day in Feb which was nice, but brutally warm. And a second time during cloudy day with light rain. If I had to choose, easily cloudy day with rain, place and surrounding area look so much richer in colour and atmosphere. Nature just bursts into action when it’s raining here and as a bonus, no crowds! :)

Went on a snowy afternoon. The fields were covered in white, it looked good. Nothing special but then we went again in the evening and they had a light up show. It was beautiful ♥️

Kanazawa Castle Park was nice to visit during both the day and night. During the day more parts are open you can walk and explore and at night it nice to see the all the lights. Definitely worth a visit if you get the chance.

This is such a beautiful park during cherry blossom season. The grass is super clean and you can sit anywhere to enjoy a small picnic. They also have benches if you prefer that. The Sakura trees here have a beautiful mix of white and pink colors. We spent quite a lot of time here when we were supposed to enter the castle. Even after going into the garden, we still feel like you could enjoy the cherry blossom just in the park.

A lovely place to visit but mostly outdoors. A beautiful site, with well maintained grounds and great facilities. Parts have recently been restored and you are able to go into the gatehouse and admire the craftsmanship. Probably, best to visit when the weather is fine. Next door to Kenrouken Gardens

Fabulous grounds and gardens surround this castle. Well worth a few visits as you cannot take it all in on one day!

Nice place to take a relaxing stroll while in Kanazawa. The park is very spacious with a lot of open areas. Rest rooms are scattered across the park which is convenient. The track around the park also make it ideal for running. No bicycles allowed within the park grounds.

Historic castle grounds. Amazing how they build this castle with no nails used. Entering of main castle has an entrance fee but the castle ground has none. Wide and spacious castle park to go to with your family to stroll around and see the beautifully made castle. Thankful I had the chance to visit there even if it rained that day.

Gorgeous Japanese style castle. It’s different from Osaka castle where it’s not one big main castle, but a collection of different landmarks in a huge castle ground. It’s nicer to chill here as the castle grounds are really spacious and free to roam about. There’s also variety. There’s the Japanese gardens, the castle store and the castle gates etc. cool place but not as iconic as Osaka castle for sure

Stunning Castle complex with immaculately kept and beautiful surrounding park walks and gardens. The 3 dimensional garden” is one of the most beautiful things we’ve seen.

If you're in Kanazawa, after you consider Kenroku-en, the Kanazawa castle park is a nice place to stroll around to admire the castle exterior, gates and the gardens and park itself. There's quite a few areas to explore, and some of the buildings are free to enter. There's also a nice garden at one end of the park that's also free. However, the main castle has a fee to enter. There's a tourist information centre at the park if you need more information. The grounds are quite extensive and there'll be different events held here at various times of the year. However, as a free park, this park is worth the visit when you're in the area, especially to walk around Kanazawa castle.

One of the highlights of our trip. I enjoyed seeing the construction of the walls including original vs rebuilt/modern areas. There is a nice visitor area with seating and public toilets. There are a few buildings you can enter too though I didn't see any signs explaining things, so I was happy we had a local guide.

Beautiful way to spend a morning or an afternoon here. We got a tour guide who spoke English from the information booth and it was good. Informative. Go to the garden area behind the armoury house near the rest house. You can get gorgeous views from the top.

Kanazawa Castle Park, or 金沢城公園, offers a captivating blend of history and natural beauty in the heart of Kanazawa. The sprawling park surrounds the castle ruins, creating a serene oasis within the city. Strolling through meticulously maintained gardens, visitors are treated to seasonal delights, from cherry blossoms in spring to vibrant foliage in autumn. The integration of historical structures, like Ishikawa-mon Gate and Kahoku-mon Gate, adds a layer of cultural richness. The park's expansiveness allows for leisurely exploration, providing panoramic views of Kanazawa and a sense of tranquility that beautifully complements the castle's rugged remnants. It's a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

We inserted a visit to Kanazawa in our tour of Japan, between Tokyo and Kyoto since it is easily reachable by Shinkansen and include a lot of historical town and villages. All Kanazawa districts can be visited by foot in one day and we hired a private guide in order to get the most of our visit. Kanazawa castle is part of the visit and since it is not possible to go inside, there is not much to see but it is worth dropping by for 15 minutes after visiting Kenroku-en to take photos.

We had a really nice Japanese gentleman who spoke English who took us on a guided tour of the castle grounds. It c was lovely to talk to a local who gave us a funny perspective on the historical grounds. He even sang us a sing.

The park grounds are free, while the castle itself has a small fee to enter. You can purchase a combo ticket with kenroku-en garden. It's a nice place to walk around. The castle museum has many interesting exhibits explaining the construction of the castle and its history. Descriptions are available in English, so don't worry about the language barrier. There's an elevator inside the castle for accessibility.

Just love the fact that restoration is taking place but using original techniques. Large site that is worth exploring

Jan. 2024, Kanazawa sightseeing base. Convenient for buses to various places. Despite the Noto earthquake, Kanazawa Station, the city center, and Komatsu Airport were open for business. The convenient Kanazawa excursion bus was out of service on the left, and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art was closed, but I was able to sightsee without problems. The station building is very convenient and clean, with restaurants, souvenir stores, and a regular shopping mall.

This station's building is amazing, the structure is just splendid, no wonder it is one of the most beautiful train stations in the world. Mostly of the stain stations in Japan are so convenient, you will find lots of different kinds of stores and restaurants, don't forget to buy some golden stuff here which is this city is famous of.

Beautiful contemporary train station designed by Japanese architect Ryuzo Shirae Received several international awards Listed by Travel and Leisure magazine as one of the world's most beautiful train station

Great spot, really recommend everyone to come here and avoid the hustle bustle of stone of the bigger cities. Kanazawa is authentic Japan while still being big enough to meet your needs

Kanazawa station is a beautiful JR station that serves Kanazawa. I took the Grans class shinkansen from Tokyo to Kanazawa and back. The unique and identifying wooden main entrance is most notable and distinct feature. The station has two entrances/exits and is connected to shoppes. There is a bus terminal outside of the main entrance which will take you to the main city of Kanazawa. You are able to walk to the station from the city as it is not far.

Kanazawa Station (金沢駅, Kanazawa-eki) is a major railway station in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan, operated by West Japan Railway Company - one of the amazing architecture when Railway station

Perhaps the most stunning station in Japan. The architecture, art, and layout of this station all work together to make it more than just a hub of transportation. I wish I had taken more photos of the station!

It's a nice station. There are many stores and restaurants spread out in the station. The architecture looks so cool. They also have a miniature model of the station and gate as well.

One of the coolest stations in Japan, it has an impressively huge beautiful arch, great to take pictures and tons of great stores and restaurants. Close to many of the coolest attractions of Kanazawa. Not a long trip from Osaka using the Thunderbird, definitely worth it.

Love the stations architecture. The machines here are easy to use (you need to know your station destination name) and uses credit cards. It is not busy. There are bakeries, convenience and small restaurants as well as souvenir shops here.

Kanazawa Station is a true gem in the heart of Kanazawa City! Having traveled extensively, I can confidently say that this station stands out for its seamless blend of modern efficiency and traditional charm. The architecture itself is a masterpiece, combining contemporary design with elements that pay homage to Kanazawa's rich cultural heritage. The station is not just a transit point; it's an experience.

Traveled here for the first time from Osaka Station by Thunderbird Limited Express and was impressed to see the fusion of modern architecture and traditional art at Kanazawa Station. The front of the East Exit of the station stands out due to the large red wooden gate, called Tsuzumimon Gate. Its unique structure is inspired by traditional Japanese drums, “tsuzumi”. This is where old tradition meets contemporary architecture as one passes through the gate and enters the modern Motenashi Dome (“Motenashi” meaning “Welcome” in Japanese). Advice for people planning to travel with the night bus: Check the departure location of your night bus beforehand. My night bus departed from the Kanazawa Station West Square, which is on the opposite side of the Tsuzumi-mon Gate, right outside of the station building. You will find a round bus terminal, with each bus stop numbered, covered under a roof.

Very modern take on a JR Station. Kanazawa Station is very much a unique JR Station compared to rest of Japan. More importantly it's very convenient designed. Only thing is that Kyoto and Kanazawa need light rail like Tokyo.

Very interesting temple sometimes visited by the feudal lord. Not really related to ninjas but has traps and secret rooms. Unfortunately, no photography allowed inside. Tour reservation is necessary.

Not a ninja temple but it's got a cool history and architecture. Tours are in Japanese but you'll be given an English guide to follow along. You must book beforehand. You can do this at the venue though. They have basic English when reserving but better to practice your Japanese. Not suitable for people with small kids or mobility issues.

Please visit, if you like a ninja stuff.

Worth visiting! Don't let the website or guidebooks deter you: you can show up the day if and ask at the shrine shop for a reservation and hopefully join the next tour! Tours are in Japanese, but an English guidebook with pictures explains everything in sufficient detail. No photos allowed inside, but you'll remember what you saw. Not wheelchair accessible.

Myouryuji Temple, also known as the 'ninja' temple, is a fascinating place to visit in Kanazawa. While it's not actually a temple used by ninjas, it does have a lot of traps and nifty hidden tricks that make it an exciting and unique experience. If you plan to visit, it's important to note that you must book a tour prior to coming to the temple. You cannot buy tickets right off the bat. Unfortunately, we didn't know this and arrived at 9am, but we were able to book a tour for 11am afterwards.

Ninja Temple, well not really a ninja temple. Just a place that a lord built to keep himself safe from attacks. It's called Ninja Temple because of all the contraptions used to keep the temple safe from attackers. Can get the tickets on that day by reaching the intercom near the temple as you are NOT allowed in without a guide. The tour is conducted strictly in Japanese with a English guidebook used as a reference so have to use your common sense to know what part your tour guide is talking about. Otherwise it is a nice place with interesting ways for a lord to keep himself safe. Will only attend again with others who haven't visited the temple. Overall liked it but wasn't very outstanding.

Very interesting and interesting designed Buddhist temple. We had heard of the secret floors etc to make temples more resistant to attack so good to see in person. About the tour itself, it takes about 40 minutes. You need to reserve in advance and it costs 1200yen per person. There are only Japanese guides but they provide a booklet with English descriptions that you can read at each stop. The tour guide we had was quite cold/a bit rude to my ears, not on par with the service we'd received in other places. Overall worthwhile to go if you have the time just don't expect a friendly guide.

I had read some good reviews about this place and gave it a chance. Recommend to book in advance, as they only offer guided tours in Japanese (I believe there’s some English translation book) for which you need to get yourself a spot depending on the schedule. We were very lucky that arrived just before a tour commenced and they had spots available. That’s the reason why it costs 1200 yen (which is high for a temple in Japan) but I found the tour quite fun and interesting. This was a temple used back in the feudal era in Japan and was built with some strategical passages and stairs to confuse enemies. The tour takes 40 minutes in total but it goes quite fast.

Amazing place, but don’t neglect that bookings are mandatory (especially if you can’t understand Japanese and need an interpreter) Well worth visiting, and has nothing to do with ninjas!

Definitely worth the visit to this very unique temple with its secret rooms and hidden staircases. We found it easy to to get a tour reservation - just head to the intercom speaker next to the small shop and push the button to ask to be added to the next tour. While the tour is in Japanese, they provide a booklet that explains each of the stops along the tour in English. It costs ¥1,000 per person with payment in cash at the start of the tour. No shoes or photography allowed while inside.

Worth a visit - entry is about 1000 yen, we were allowed to join the next tour with no reservation but I believe it is dependent on spot availability. We were the last group for the day so perhaps this is why there were spots still. The tours are in Japanese, but an English guidebook with pictures explains everything in enough detail to put one and two together. Note, if you can speak Japanese and you are going with someone that can't, it is advised that you are not allowed to translate on their behalf as this is very disruptive to the tourguide's explanations. No photos allowed inside. Not wheelchair accessible. You will be required to walk down and up some narrow staircases.

No translation at all except an English booklet was handed out. I am very impressed that they are making an effort to preserve the language. Well done. No photos are allowed. That's wonderful and showing respect.

40 min tour of the temple. Although the tour is conducted in Japanese but you’ll get an English folder which explains each station. Temple is not built for ninjas but designed to trick spies and enemies. You will need a reservation (not an issue getting one) from the charms/souvenir shop on the left of the temple.

Honestly, it's okay — not remarkable, not outstanding, just okay. Long wait time even when you're in, very little english material (in a small booklet that isn't super descriptive and the photos were atrocious, not really showcasing things properly!) The introduction was overly long and no translation It was just okay I only recommend it if you're around and reaaaaally love temples, otherwise you can skip it. It is also called "ninja temple" but there isn't really anything related to ninja — lots of hidden trapdoors and such but I've seen those all around Europe in castles and such too I wouldn't go back

The Ninja temple turned out unexpectedly to be my family's second favourite place of our trip. Although it is a temple, the visit focused on the intricate and ingenious design. Not to be missed. I would have given the architect a standing ovation! We didn't have a reservation and just walked in. Guide spoke in Japanese and we just followed along with the guidebook which was good enough. To get here, we took a local bus and just showed the driver our Kanazawa shuttle bus ticket because it is covered within the zone.

Great experience. Tour with guide through old Buddhist temple plenty of secret entrances, deceptive defensive, etc -all in Japanese language but easy to follow with booklet containing description and pictures. Booked in advance recommended by phone or intercom located on the left-hand side of the temple. You might have to wait if you arrive directly at the temple without the booking. Pictures, shoes, and food/drinks inside strictly forbidden

An intricate building that has some very interesting secrets and history - most of which I don't know because the tour is only in Japanese and the English guidebook available is an extremely abridged summary. 1200 Yen per person is rather steep for the lack of options for non-Japanese visitors and lack of ability to take pictures if you are so inclined but if you find the architecture itself interesting enough it's worth a visit. You need to reserve beforehand though. Bring some warm socks when it's cold since you won't be allowed with shoes inside.

Just by looking from the outside, it is a normal and ordinary temple. However, there are various devices inside, and I could understand why it is called Ninjadera. The architectural style, the design of the interior, etc. are very profound. Currently, you need to make a reservation by phone to enter. The admission fee is 1,200yen.

We called and booked a time slot. From the start they make it clear that they only do presentations in Japanese. There is (apparently) a lot of interesting information provided in Japanese during the visit and which non-Japanese visitors miss out on. We have travelled all over the world, a language barrier can easily be overcome with technology e.g. earphones. We were disappointed that it wasn’t provided. Things that we found peculiar (1) its called a Ninja temple but it wasn’t designed or built by Ninjas (2) no hats or sunglasses allowed (3) backpacks must be carried in front it’s not allowed on your back (4) the guide seemed to be fluent in English and could have made it more interesting for the tourists (5) translation apps are not permitted, mobile phones must we switched off and put away. It’s an option on a rainy day else there are better ways of spending your time and money.

Very atmospheric place, lots of small Edo period style streets to walk down and some interesting shops and restaurants scattered around. Stumbled onto a "samurai house" museum as well that was quite nice!

Absolutely delightful! Don’t miss the “Moron Cafe” for the best French toast and coffee! The Samurai house is the coolest garden house ever. Great shopping and just a beautiful walk through a historic area.

While interesting, it is a highly commercialised tourist spot. So don’t be expect traditional Japanese experience. Come early to walk and there are many photo-worthy spots. Then take your break around 11am at any coffee joint serving their mochi dessert with coffee. This should complete the visit experience here. Enjoy!

The Nagmachi District is basically a single picturesque street that’s lined with historic Edo Period homes and then a stretch that follows the Ōnoshō Irrigation Canal from the Nomura-ke Samurai Residence down to the Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall. For the best photos, I would recommend walking down the street from east to west because then you will not have the modern high-rise buildings in the background. I also think that dusk is the most beautiful time as the lanterns in front of the stores are turned on and the sky begins to change color. On the west side of the street, you will find several wonderful kutani ceramics stores, especially Kaburaki which was founded in 1822.

The old Samurai District is an amazing place to check out. It’s more a cross between an actual living neighbourhood and an outdoor museum. Easy access by the Kanazawa Loop Bus.

Not really much to see or do but it was very pleasant walking around the well-preserved former samurai houses. Worth an hour or two if you are in Kanazawa.

Nice walk. The house tour was worth it. The parks were more important to see though.

The ticket was a bit expensive, but the Japanese styled garden made it worth it. Sitting by the garden feels so relaxing and peaceful, it’s the perfect place to spend some time after a tiring walk through the samurai district.

Beautiful traditional Japanese house with a beautiful garden. It's a small house with a small museum. My only suggestion would be to add more information about each room/area. There are some bits of info in English and Japanese but I feel it needs more to add to the experience. Worth a visit if you're in the area.

This was a fantastic tour. It was in Japanese and I do not speak Japanese, but you are given a pamphlet in English that explains everything. The house has so many hidden defensive secrets that the nickname of a samurai house is appropriate. It has very limited openings to tour but is at the top of my list for things to see and do in Kanazawa. You have to personally call one month in advance for reservations. The person I spoke with spoke excellent English and was able to make the reservations for me without a problems. You can’t take pictures inside but I have included exterior pictures. The door picture with the white steps looks like one door, but actually goes to two separate address- one outside and one inside.

Another recommend sightseeing when you are in Kanazawa. It is convenience to take tourist loop bus and drop off here. Inside the house is real Japanese style, small garden, some seats to sit and relax & green tea room upstairs. You can enjoy the history of Samurai too. Around the house there are cafe, restaurant & alley to walk around.

The house is beautiful, the many inner gardens, big and small, are extremely poetic and we spent quite a while sitting down in contemplation. Beauful samurai armature at the entrance. Once out of the house, we meandered along the ways around the house where you can see more houses in old Japanese style and artist pottery studios. Absolutely worth the visit. By the way, entrance fee of 500yen must be paid in cash.

When we went there on a Friday afternoon there were simply way too many tourists cramped into a petite Japanese house; it felt like an open house with way too many people in it. They should really limit the number of people as it affects the experience and the narrow corridors and stairways are tricky with so many people. There were tourists entering the gardens when they weren’t supposed to just to take pictures and no one to police them. The samurai armour at the entrance was impressive but strangely cannot be photographed. There was a lack of explanation about the house, its history and samurai owner. The swords in the museum similarly felt devoid of history and a narrative. The gardens were amazing but overall the experience felt like visiting a tea house rather than that of a high ranking samurai. Some work and investment needs to be made to make this worthy to be a tourist attraction (and actually the samurai’s neighbour’s house look more impressive).

A worthwhile visit to see how an important samurai’s house looked like but this house also has one of the most amazing Japanese garden ever. Kids would love the large colourful koi fish in pond. Adults 500Y. There is a tiny museum as well there that’s also interesting to see older swords, coins and collectibles. Tip: bring cash and use only smart phones for cameras! Bring student ID for discount.

We inserted a visit to Kanazawa in our tour of Japan, between Tokyo and Kyoto since it is easily reachable by Shinkansen and include a lot of historical town and villages. All Kanazawa districts can be visited by foot in one day and we hired a private guide in order to get the most of our visit. The Samurai district and Nomura Samurai house was included in the tour. The house is a recreation sitting on top of the original ruins, Samurai houses having been destroyed as part of the Meiji restoration. It includes an original Samurai armor and a beautiful garden. Tickets can be bought on site for a few hundred yen and the visit take less than 30 minutes.

Entrance fee: 750yen. Open until 4:30. It's totally worthwhile to spend 2 hours here. It has very unique & beautiful garden. The whole house is a harmonious melody of arts, nature, light blended into every corner. Walk slowly, and you will see a little garden in any footstep ahead. There's a museum inside as well. Don't miss it ;)

Samurai House with nice gardens. At the Tea Room, you can have a bowl of Macha (green tea) for ¥300 and contemplate on life as you look at the beautiful garden

We visited this residence during spring. It is not the biggest place but worth every Yen. The residence is well cared for and it is fascinating to step into the past. The absolute highlight is the garden. It was very lush and well cared for. I imagine it being different kinds of beautiful, depending on the time of year.

If you're interested in seeing a traditional Japanese house, and a Samurai one at that, this is a great place to visit. The two storey house is complete with a displayed Samurai suit and some other relics of the era, indoor tatami living areas, altar, and a really tranquil and beautiful house garden with a water feature and koi. It's not particularly big, as it was a residence after all, but it is charming in its own way and people like to sit by the garden and pond to enjoy the tranquil ambience.

This house is so incredibly beautiful! It has a garden all around it with incredible water features and koi. The alter is exquisite. Do not miss this if you are in Kanazawa!

Enjoyable and quite affordable, if you're interested in an Edo style period house this is a nice place to visit. There's not that many items being displayed here but just walking around the house and seeing it from the inside is quite interesting.

Learning about the history of the samurai was interesting and cool. The garden was really beautiful and there were a lot of preserved items such as weapons, old coins from the Edo era and armour.

Great to understand the history and see how they used to live. Beautiful gardens

A must-see in Kanazawa. Visit an authentic samurai house. Enjoy the beautiful interior gardens. You can feel the peace and harmony. Very low entrance fee.

Nice place. Quiet, and of course you can pray and receive fortunes or talismans for protection. The structures have a lot of detail, so look up at them. Enjoy the quiet pond too, but be careful of the mosquitoes!

A great little shrine in the center of Kanazawa directly next to the castle part. More notable than the shrine was the lovely water features on the grounds. Quite a nice place to spend some time.

It's quite small compared to the other ones from big cities. However, i found it fits perfectly to the city. It's stunning in the evening light, has an interesting designed gate opposite, which was also a scene in an anime. The garden gave a tranquil vibe with well placed japanese trees, the bridge and the pond with colorful koi fishes. I went there in an evening, not many tourists and the best light shining on the shrine. Recommended. At the end you could go over to the castle side with the bridge.

Came here for New Year’s countdown on my trip in Kanazawa. Very beautiful in the winter.

Another of the tourist destinations in Kanazawa, just next to one of the castle exits (which we couldn’t find our way because some roads in the castle were closed because of the recent earthquake damages). It was empty and it’s nice to see it’s different, western-style gate.

Built in 1599, Oyama Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan. The main gate was constructed in 1875 and incorporated Japanese, Chinese and European religious architectural elements. The Dutch stained-glass windows on the third floor are especially unique. Free admission and has a beautiful Japanese garden.

This place is so magical, especially at dusk. There is a lovely shrine and a beautiful Japanese garden with stepping stones, a small bridge and big fish in the pond. I sat here for some time and it was very peaceful and tranquil. Highly recommend coming to visit.

One of my favourite shrine, definitely a must-visit. They also so handwritten goushin, so make sure to grab one.

Such a unique shrine and garden area. And we were lucky to visit during the 150th anniversary of the very unique gate. Also picked up a gorgeous Temple passport stamp for my book.

We accidentally stumbled upon the shrine while on a walk. Unfortunately the front of the shrine was under construction so quite a big mess and lot of noise. It was still very beautiful with the small pond and such, so great place to pass by and give a prayer while on a city stroll :))

This shrine has a small but gorgeous garden beside it, with stepping stones and a stone bridge. There's a fountain for purifying your hands, a gift shop, and of course the main shrine for prayer. Well worth a quick stop!

Within walkable distance from Omicho market. We walked from Omicho market via small backstreets, and entered Oyama Shrine via their side entrance. I like the pond in the shrine grounds... it gives a very zen and peaceful vibe.

Nice place. Good combination Japanese gate with western glass at top.

t’s so beautiful and good seeing a great gate, Tsutsumi mon, in the Kanazawa station, which makes us feel happy to preserve the traditions and culture of Kaga.

As a hobby photographer, I really like this gate. The size, the position, just awesome. I would classify this as a Landmark for Kanazawa.

The 13.7-meter-high Tsuzumi (drum) Gate is an unofficial symbol of Kanazawa. It is supported by two thick pillars, and is designed to evoke the image of the tsuzumi, drums played by hand in Noh theater and Kaga Hosho performances. The Tsuzumi Gate is located at the JR Kanazawa Station East entrance. Very grand architecture!

An unexpected well crafted modern interpretation of the Tori Gate. Using real wood in large timber format, the Tori Gate is abstracted into subcomponents that act as brush strokes in an impressionist painting in order to evoke the classic gate. The remaining roof is aluminum or stainless steel space frame. This makes for a fabulous juxtaposition of old and new.

Coolest train station I've seen yet in Japan. There is a light show that starts at 8PM that is a must see.

Pretty cool to see at least once and grab a selfie with.

I have no idea what goes on behind the architecture for this structure but it’s impressive to look at. They even have a water fountain clock which I found to be even cooler than the structure itself!

An icon of Kanazawa and a modern torii gate designed when budget and creativity is unhinged. It's worth visiting both night and day, as they have different feels when night lights are shone on it.

the gate for sure is the landmark of the station, even the city. great object for photography and in my opinion the gate looks like the giant Groot from Marvel Cinematic Universe :D

A huge drum-shaped gate welcomes you.

Crowded area right outside of the station. Other than that, very cool art / Tori gate. Definitely worth a stop if you come through the station.

Came out of Kanazawa Station and saw this extremely huge but yet beautiful structure. Looks intimidating with lots of metals being twisted, bound and formed together. A technological or artistic project??? But however, when photographed with the pool at the foreground, the whole scene looked phenomenal. An excellent artwork! A masterpiece!!

A gate with wooden pillars at the kanazawa station. It has become the symbol of kanazawa by any means.

PRO'S: The Kanazawa Train Station is a masterpiece of architectural engineering. The Tsuzmi-mon Gate is a spectacular entry point to the station. CON'S: None SUMMARY: The Tsuzmi-mon Gate along with the Eastern Entrance to the Kanazawa Train station are a feast for the eyes worth a repeat visit.

Opinion might be biaised as I don't know the philosopher introduced in that museum. To be honest, the only interesting part was the outside architecture. And you can see it from the path going around the museum, so there was no point paying 310¥ for it.

A beautiful building where you can learn about the thought of zen by D.T. Suzuki. It’s a museum less popular than 21 century contemporary art museum. Quiet, but a lot smaller than imagined. we got in without queues, and had a nice walk around after the visit.

Not much here. It’s a beautiful building with a very tranquil pool around it. Inside are some books and photos of the author. He had a big impact on my life, so I was excited to come. But it’s very simple, with not much to explore. Nothing about Zen per say, just some books you can look at. No photos allowed.

Must visit Museum in Kanazawa. World famous architect, Yoshino Taniguchi’s artwork. You can take a look wonderful water-mirror garden without ticketing from out side of the museum but pretty worth visiting inside too. Love to visit again.

Absolutely marvelous experience and you can also access it from the garden side without so paying an entrance fee which is necessary only if you want to access the building. Next to the building is a big garden and a samurai house. You can enjoy the contemplative spaces and appreciate the poetry of circles in the pool

Visually contemplative, architecturally inspiring, but Suzuki’s story was lost to me. There were times where my wife and I were unclear whether the museum was dedicated to a cool architectural space or to an interesting man.

Beautiful museum. Really well designed and built contemporary architecture. The exhibited work is not big but it is definitely worth visiting and taking your time to rest and enjoy the space.

Fabulous minimalist place. . Less is more, but still is core. The pure forms here, Make you clear, Of all the chaos out there. . Aesthetic poetics in form. Here you must stop, look, think. Much more emotive than a simple art gallery. But as an architect, forms speak to me. And if you listen, you can hear it too. A calm away the hustle and bustle of life's demands. Definitely worth seeing, but it shouldn't be rushed.

A tranquil place for reflection especially the contemplative place and the pond. The ripples and the reflection on water surface with the pavilion, simple but worth for a self reflection

A must see if anyone loves architecture / tranquility / zen. A place to rest and take in nature.

Amazening. See what I did? Really cool places to relax and contemplate Small place but less is more. Don’t rush through, take some time to relax Even if you are not zen you can still enjoy the architecture

Very cool place to experience. It’s an extremely small museum but it was a cool experience nonetheless! Tickets are cheap and you get a cool experience!

I absolutely adored this little out-of-the-way museum. I was fascinated by online photos for a long time and had always wanted to visit, but my time in Kanazawa was always too short for a visit during my previous trips. I finally had time this Feb 2023 and I was so glad I made it. It's a very small museum, and you can't take photos inside the halls, but once you get out to the "pond" outside, you can take as much photos as you like. As for me, since I visited during a weekday morning, there wasn't any other visitors around. I sat outside staring at the waters for quite a long time. It's really zen and peaceful, I sat there contemplating and reflecting on some of my life moments without even noticing time passing by as there's no distractions at all. This is not a museum where one would revisit, but I certainly would!

To me it is more of a modern buddhist temple than a museum. A very little place with perfect architecture. Despite the fact that it is really small we have spend there few hours. One of my best memories from Japan

It was a great experience to visit a traditional geiko house. I also really enjoyed the matcha tea, despite the fact that it didn't look very appetizing at first.

No actual geishas inside, just a museum. If you really want to see what it looks like inside, only pay the entry fee and skip the tea and snack as you can get more from any cafe nearby with what you’re paying. Entry fee discount of 50 yen if you bought an all-day bus pass and show it at ticket window.

My Memories Maybe 5yrs ago, One Of The Experience Classic Matcha Teahouse and Old Geisha House History Museum Heritage In Kanazawa

Cultural Museum of the Kanazawa Geigi Tea Hoise

The best place to visit for tea in the neighborhood. Not only do you get to view a beautiful house and learn about geisha culture, but the tea service is simple and delicious. You drink the tea facing a small, green garden in a peaceful room. There is information in English to learn about the house. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area.

An old house, where geishas used to entertain their clients and performed their art. Two floors of history, where you can see paintings, music instruments, things connected with their profession or even videos of modern geisha show performance reproduction. It is worth to have a matcha tea in a special room and have a rest after sightseeing.

To fully enjoy the experience, take the matcha tea. Highly recommend it.

Great tea and sweet ceremony. It is a bit more modern and not as daunting as a traditional ceremony. The history of the house is very long and interesting for those interested.

Not worth 500 yen price. Very small, just a couple of rooms with not much to see. Not many explanations about the geisha life. Did not participated in tea ceremony, so can't tell about that.

A peek into the geisha world. The geisha themselves are highly respected and not approachable. We did see the quarters where they live and took many photos. I even purchased a kanzashi (small stick which is put in hair bun of guisha). As to tickets, seniors (65+) admission is free of charge. There are many restaurants on-site. Very worthwhile stop.

Worthy to visit this heritage building. It was the center of entertainment back in the days with luxury tea and music ceremony. Now the ticket could be purchased with a tea set. Very nice experience to enjoy a cup of mocha with a Japanese garden.

Geisha House Shima is a wonderful place to experience the authentic atmosphere of a traditional tea house. You can explore both the first and second floor, where you can admire the elegant architecture and furnishings. The highlight of the house is the small garden in the center, which creates a serene and tranquil mood. Geisha House Shima is a must-visit for anyone who wants to learn more about the culture and history of geisha in Japan. To enter, you pay a fee at the entrance and then leave your shoes in a locker. You are allowed to take photos with your smartphone, but not with big cameras or tripods.

One of the three surviving tea house districts in Kanazawa to this day. The buildings in the district boast beautiful facades on the ground and tatami rooms. The tea house is a place to enjoy the traditional geisha dance etc. East Tea House Street is one of the three existing tea house streets in Kanazawa. Don't miss the ice cream coated in real gold 👑

Something to see while your in the area - geisha house open for tourist to see how a geisha house looks like inside, the performing area, instruments used a tea area. Tip: can't take a big camera in, they have lockers where you have to leave your bag and camera- can however take photos with your phone camera or a pocket size camera.

ティーハウスサクラへ来ました アフタヌーンセット頼むなら予約要りますねー パンケーキセットを頼みました アールグレイソースなどが選べました 熱々のパンケーキでした、美味しかったです 5種＋おまけの一杯の紅茶も楽しむことが出来ました ジャスミンローズの紅茶が好きだったかなぁ アプリコット等のフルーツフレーバーなども香りが良く美味しかったです 2000円いかないぐらいでした ゆっくりくつろぎながら飲むことが出来て良かったです 接客については悪い点はなく○かなぁと思います (Translated by Google) I came to Tea House Sakura If you want the afternoon set, you need to make a reservation. I ordered the pancake set. Choice of earl gray sauce The pancakes were hot and delicious. I was able to enjoy 5 kinds of tea + a cup of tea as a bonus. I love jasmine rose tea Fruit flavors such as apricot were also fragrant and delicious. It was about 2000 yen It was good to be able to drink while relaxing slowly I think there is no bad point about customer service.

So nice! (Not Japanese tea!)

紅茶派ですが、なかなか紅茶のお店はないので、美味しい紅茶を飲みたいと旅先で探して寄りました。 帰る前に１杯だけでもと寄ったのですが、 ４〜５種類を１杯ずつ時間をかけて楽しむスタイルで せっかく説明していただいたのですが時間がなく、テイクアウトの単品に変えてもらいました。 また近くに来た時は１時間半はみて ゆっくり来ようと思います。 ありがとうございました。 (Translated by Google) I'm a tea person, but there aren't many tea shops, so I looked for a delicious tea on my trip and stopped by. Before leaving, I stopped by for just one drink, In a style where you can enjoy 4 to 5 types one by one over time I went to the trouble of explaining it, but I didn't have time, so I asked them to change it to a single item for takeout. When you come near again, look for an hour and a half I will come slowly. thank you very much.

Everything's great about the place. First, if you love Tea, I really recommend this place. I ordered a Hot Tea and Pancake set, which can get refilled each time you finish your cup. I'm not really sure about the system but my tea got refilled around 5 times? I think. The tea gets refilled with different tastes each time which lets you enjoy each one properly. The pancakes also taste very amazing! It takes quite a time for the pancake to come, but it's worth the wait! The staff was also very friendly and their explanations about the teas are very easy to understand. You can also buy the tea if you want it for yourself or for other people!

セット価格で色んな種類の紅茶が飲めます！なかなか紅茶にこだわるお店がないので嬉しい。パンケーキもソースが選べて紅茶のソースは絶品でした！ ただ男性の店員さんがレジにて高圧的だったと友人がぼやいてました。 (Translated by Google) You can drink various kinds of tea at a set price! I'm glad that there are not many shops that are particular about tea. You can choose the sauce for the pancakes and the tea sauce is excellent! However, my friend complained that the male clerk was overbearing at the cash register.

Five tea tasting course was quite the experience! Even got to choose some of the teas, along with other customers. Watching the owner make the pancakes was a sight to behold - they tasted great too!

Great experience and friendly service! The royal milk tea was one of the best teas I have ever had.

Always serve absolutely delicious food, and the best tea brewed to perfection!

Very pleasant atmosphere and great experience tasting the 5 hot teas they chose for us. We got to smell certain teas and the tea ware was beautiful. It's not obvious from the street but this is a tea spot worth visiting over the overpriced geisha districts!

Great host. We didn't know each other's language but the host was really enthusiastic and we talked using Google translate. Great service and good atmosphere.

Not overly traditional, but very cozy. Tea set was great!

The stafs will try their best to help you find anything information for guidance (buses route, local train, even shinkanshen schedule). This spot have a public cell-phone charging station for tourist

I wish I could give zero or negative stars to the very useless and unhelpful staff.

They will misguide you definitely. Please rely on Google Map as much as possible. As an information guide, they should have every information whenever a tourist asks them. Whereas, they only give the tourist those information which are helpful for particular business. Such as they have suggested me to take Shinkansen instead of Bus, whereas the Bus is much cheaper and faster to reach to Toyama than Shinkansen. They also recommended me extremely expensive Japanese restaurant for Wagyu Beef, whereas there were much cheaper restaurants having Wagyu Beef. Totally disappointed with their behavior.

Very helpful lady at the tourist information desk. She spoke very good English. She told us about the circular bus and gave us a town map

Will visit agsin...nice city.

Many thanks to this one elderly gentleman who recommended me to experience the Kurobe Gorge by rail, some months ago. Sorry, I couldn't reply earlier...until I saw this review column!! It had been a great journey and I enjoyed every minute of the journey! And thanks for the patience to my many questions asked and your replies were very helpful.

The gentleman there was able to help me in English to locate a convenience store that sold travel sim cards. He was a life saver. That was a bit of niche information that he had. I searched all over Kanazawa city to no avail.

exceptional staff, spoken very good English, very helpful

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff, with excellent English. They gave us excellent recommendations for a short stay in kanazawa, and also helped us get to Shirakawa-go.