Kanazawa is one of Japan’s great cultural treasures — Edo-era geisha districts, samurai neighborhoods, and artisan workshops preserved in extraordinary condition.
Kenroku-en Garden
Ranked one of Japan’s three great gardens — a masterpiece of landscape design with snow-viewing lanterns and ancient pine trees.
Higashi Chaya District
Kanazawa’s geisha district from 1820 — latticed wooden teahouses, gold leaf shops, and traditional confections.
21st Century Museum
One of Japan’s most-visited art museums with groundbreaking contemporary installations.
Getting There
Hokuriku Shinkansen from Tokyo: about 2.5 hours to Kanazawa.
