Kanazawa is the capital city of Ishikawa prefecture with many historical sites to see. Below are some of popular spots.
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Kanazawa Castle Park
The ruins of Kanazawa Castle was formed into a large park. The Ishikawamon gate is a symbol of Kanazawa Castle. Some castle structures have been restored in recent years.
Address: 1-1 Marunouchi Kanazawa-city
Access: 5 minutes by walk from Kenrokuen-shita Bus Stop
Kenrokuen
It's a symbol of Kanazawa and is one of the three greatest Japanese gardens in Japan. It's adjacent to Kanazawa Castle Park.
Location: 1-4 Kenroku-machi Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa
Access: Take a bus from JR Kanazawa Station to Kenrokuen-shita bus stop.
Ishikawa Kenritsu Sangyo Kogeikan (Traditional Arts and Crafts of Ishikawa)
Exhibits traditional crafts/arts of Ishikawa prefecture, including Kaga Yuzen silk, Wajimanuri lacquerware, Kutaniyaki pottery, and lots more.
Address: 1-1 Kenroku-cho Kanazawa-city
Access: Kenrokuen-shita Bus Stop
Nomurake (Nomura Residence)
It's locate in Nagamachi district where samurai used to live. Old samurai houses, earthen walls, and canals still remain in this area. Nomura-ke is an old samurai house which is open to the public. It features a beautiful Japanese garden.
Address: 1-3-32 Nagamachi Kanazawa-city
Access: 10 minutes by bus from JR Kanazawa Station to Korinbo bus stop. 5 minute walk from the bus stop.
Nagamachi Yuzenkan
Kaga Yuzen is a traditional hand-dyeing technique for silk. Visitors can observe and experience the dyeing process.
Address: 2-6-16 Nagamachi Kanazawa-city
Access: 10 minute walk from the Korimbo intersection
Omi-cho Ichiba
It's a local market with a long history. There are many shops and restaurants sell fresh food, specialty food, and lots more.
Location: 50 Kami-omi-cho Kanazawa-city
Access: 15 minute walk from JR Kanazawa Station