Kanazawa

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Prefecture

Ishikawa

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City

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About This Destination

A preserved castle town with Kenrokuen Garden, samurai districts, geisha quarters, and 99% of Japan's gold leaf production.

Kanazawa is one of Japan's most culturally rich cities, having escaped wartime destruction to preserve its Edo-period heritage intact. Kenrokuen, ranked among Japan's three most beautiful gardens, sits alongside Kanazawa Castle and the striking 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. The Higashi Chaya geisha district and Nagamachi samurai quarter offer atmospheric walks, while the city produces 99% of Japan's gold leaf.

Location

Prefecture: Ishikawa

Address: Kanazawa, Ishikawa

Nearest Station: Kanazawa

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Visitor Information

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Food Options: Famous for fresh seafood at Omicho Market and traditional Kaga cuisine

Access

Kanazawa, Ishikawa

Nearby Destinations

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art 228m

Nagamachi Samurai District 263m

Kanazawa Castle 362m

Kenroku-en 574m

Myoryuji (Ninja Temple) 968m

Kanazawa Higashi Chaya District 1.5km

Places in this area

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

Kanazawa Castle

Myoryuji (Ninja Temple)

Nagamachi Samurai District

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