Kanazawa is a historic city on the Sea of Japan coast, in the Chubu Region of Japan. It is a place for slow walking, quiet streets and a sense of the country's past, and it suits visitors who want to go beyond the big-city itinerary.
What draws visitors
The city's best-known sight is Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's three most beautiful gardens. Its ponds, paths and carefully arranged trees reward an unhurried visit, and the scenery shifts with the seasons.
Kanazawa is also known for its well-preserved samurai and geisha districts. Walking through them gives a clear picture of how the city's old neighbourhoods were laid out and lived in.
Around the city
- Historic streets and districts that reflect the city's long cultural heritage
- Gardens and traditional architecture within easy reach of the centre
- A setting well suited to a leisurely day or a longer stay
Kanazawa rewards those who plan a few days rather than a single stop. Allow time for the garden, the old districts and the surrounding streets, and let the pace of the place set your schedule.
