Nagamachi Samurai District

Nagamachi was the residential district for middle and upper-class samurai who served the Maeda lords during the Edo period. Today, the area retains its historic atmosphere with original earthen walls (dobei), samurai gates, and winding narrow lanes. The Nomura-ke Samurai House is the district's highlight, featuring a small but exquisite Japanese garden that has been ranked among the top gardens in the world by the Journal of Japanese Gardening. Visitors can explore the tatami rooms with displays of samurai artifacts, armor, and family heirlooms. The Shinise Kinenkan museum showcases traditional Kanazawa crafts and merchant culture. Free walking tours are available, and the district is particularly atmospheric in winter when snow covers the earthen walls.