Fun things to do in Kanazawa: 38 fun attractions and activities

The district is full of old tradition tea houses and is well known for its gold leaf ice cream. It was lovely to spend a couple hours walking around exploring the local stores. There is a tourist information centre which provides free information, bathrooms, water and a place to rest. It gets pretty busy (went in January) but it’s still enjoyable.

Historic tea house district with charming old streets and well-preserved buildings. Many tea houses here offer dessert and the popular gold leaf ice cream. The area is quite big and the streets are photogenic, perfect for a slow stroll. I visited on a Wednesday, and I am not sure if it is a bad day to visit Kanazawa, but some of the shops were not open. I should have spent more time here and explored the area across the river too. Feels like there is more to see if you take your time.

This is an old Samurai district in Kanazawa! The structures are idyllic of the time period and are best when visited when no one is on the streets (best pictures!). Not much was open when we were walking around during sunset, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t places to eat. Truly a cool place to visit!

This place was so nice! It was cute and charming and it even smelled good (it smelled like old wood). It has many shops and restaurants, and you can actually go inside some of the buildings to see how the interior of a home in the area used to be and learn a bit about the local history. It is very popular with tourists, but even with the crowds, it is still very much worth it.

Great geisha town. Pretty chilled. Went there twice. Once late and once in the afternoon. When it was late and the sun was going down, it was really nice hut shops were closed. But great for photos then if you like posing. If not, and you like matcha tea, then come during the day. I had match at the central part and it was really good. The plain matcha was strong and smooth.

Good for sight seeing around Kanazawa. But don't expect any attractions, only several shops & restaurant open. Recommend to use bus stop to get here Perfect to stroll around 15 mins and done.

We took a quick stroll through the Geisha district mid week in the early evening. Picturesque streets and not too crowded. We encountered multiple groups of tourists dressed in Geisha attire which was interesting. We tried the gold leaf ice cream which is a must if you’re in the area.

I will not deny that this large garden is very beautiful- however, the set up of about 3/4th of the area is like being at an art museum. The gardens are a display you can look at- not walk through. The large areas of untrafficed landscape do allow for perfect upkeep, but I love to be able to stroll through gardens and across bridges more than just looking out onto scenery. There are areas like that here! Just not as much as is for view as opposed to for perusing. Lots of place to grab a little something to eat or snack on the edges of the gardens. Nice and clean restrooms, also some wildlife.

Oasis of tranquility. Very beautiful and big Japanese garden park. But keep in mind, it's only really pleasant in the morning ours (you can visit the park for a short time slot even before opening hours for free, theres two gates open prior to the usual opening hours), during daytime it's packed and you'll find yourself being pushed around by a multitude of famous Instagrammers. Nevertheless it's also at that time a must have seen.

This garden is famous and rightly so. It is gorgeous and very well maintained. Strolling along its paths you actually feel serene and it made me jealous 🤣 of the people who live in Kanazawa and can enjoy this beautiful place all the time. How delightful! I would recommend arriving right as the place opens (when I went it was at 8 am, even though it was showing 7 am when I had searched for it online). The first hour was particularly wonderful, as there weren't as many people. This is a 10 out of 10. I would recommend making this a double visit and going to the castle park next door. It makes for a wonderful morning!

Busy on a Saturday but worth a visit. We walked from one side to the other. Tried to stop at the tea house before we left at around 330pm but no luck. It looked like you had to reserve a spot on the wait-list outside. Definitely worth a visit to the park for a slow stroll

In over 20 years living in Japan, this was my first time in Kanazawa — and I discovered the most beautiful park I’ve ever seen. Kenroku-en is peaceful and timeless, with ponds, stone lanterns, old pines, and seasonal flowers. Every season brings its own charm, making it a place you should not miss when visiting Kanazawa.

You have to buy a ticket (320 yens for an adult) at the machines by the entrance with touch screens (English available). The garden is beautiful, but I wouldn’t consider it spectacular. It’s nice and it should be visited if you’re at Kanazawa and near the castle. I believe it could be even prettier had it a running water course (everything looked very dry) and some flowers. Also, at some points, people gathered and queued to take photos, and you would think something amazing must be ahead of you, only to find that it’s a lake without anything particular to justify queuing for pictures 🤷🏻 Ironically, some parts of the garden, which offer more shade and lush greenery, are much emptier and are much more enjoyable, in my opinion. Saw various toilets but haven’t tried any, and there are some places where you can eat (namely around the lake), but I preferred the places outside the garden.

Overrated. Too many people. Not a relaxing space, especially in a country with so many relaxing peaceful spaces. You'll hear leaf blowers rakes and nonstop crunching of gravel here, not wildlife. Decent photo opportunities. Best to skip or try to go at a less busy time I suppose.

Pretty good. The castle internally itself isn’t something you want to be hyped about. But the outer grounds and some of the surrounding gardens was beautiful. I still found the internals of the castle to be better than Osaka castle, purely because it was less cramped with people. The grounds and the surrounding gardens is something to be in aw of.

Kanazawa Castle has a spacious interior area, beautifully designed like a Japanese garden. The atmosphere is calm and perfect for relaxing or even going for a jog. It’s not crowded and the grounds are very clean. A big bonus is that it’s right next to Kenroku-en Garden—you can walk between the two easily. The castle itself has been nicely renovated and looks fresh and well-maintained. If you’re visiting Kanazawa, it’s definitely worth a stop.

What a lovely park, very clean and tidy. Good to have a wander round, even if you don't want to actually enter the castle itself. Lots of toilets, as is usual for Japan. It's absolutely lovely to see public toilets, open, clean and not vandalised. If you're in the area, have a wander through the park, it's very nice.

This is an interesting place to visit. Mixture of original and reconstructed buildings On a large site great to walk around and explore. Impressive rebuild of the castle buildings. The detailed craftsmanship is amazing. Other buildings are in process of being rebuild. A good 1-2 hours to get around the site. Not too busy either. Nice park and gardens. Other attractions close by too

This was a very nice and and peaceful place. The crowds were not too bad but it was a week day in autumn. The castle part was undergoing reconstruction efforts so I couldn’t explore a lot however there was still parts to explore and learn. The gardens though were immaculate, the trees were just beautiful. There’s tons of great places for cute photos here too. There’s pods and bridges just very serene and worth the time to visit on a casual stroll. I would say if you are less interested in nature you may not enjoy this place. It’s not full of flowers or other vibrant things. Instead the architecture around the walk ways and the shape of the trees along with the ponds makes it a wonderful and relaxing place.

The castle is being rebuilt and most of the surrounding structures are also recent. The big scaffolding isn’t pretty, so your photos won’t turn out great, but it’s understandable. However, if you have already visited other castles in Japan, like in Osaka, Kyoto or Himeji, you’ve already seen plenty. Here, the main attraction are the outdoors and the gardens. Today it was sunny and it was beautiful. Some parts can become crowded, but it’s not too hard to find a quiet place for yourself, to relax and enjoy the surroundings. If you follow Google Maps directions on foot, it can be misleading, I had to cross a wooden structure/bridge over the street to get to the castle from where I was coming from (the train station).

Great park with a beautiful castle. Really recommend. Not recommended for elderly due to sloped areas and can be very slippery at times

A deeply moving space. The architecture is minimal—just a square building surrounded by water—but it holds an overwhelming sense of peace and silence. When I entered, I was genuinely stunned. I didn’t feel the need to “see” anything. I simply stood there, still and quiet, completely absorbed in the atmosphere. It’s not just a museum. It’s a place to pause, reflect, and feel. One of the most unforgettable spots I visited in Kanazawa.

Highly recommended to have a visit. We came during the afternoon and there was only a handful of people in the museum. It is quite small and the entrance fee is minimal. However the experience was amazing. If you like architecture, then you’ll fall in love with the design and details put in to create a Zen like environment. You can sit there and feel the tranquility. At decent weather the water becomes near calm and the occasional intentional burst in a single spot in the water creates constant water ring through out the pond. What these water rings represent is for you to decide. Have a seat and enjoy.

Fantastic museum! It is a great opportunity for those willing to experience zen budhism philosophy. The gardens around are also incredibly peaceful and beautiful, even on a rainy day.

This museum is worth visiting, featuring beautiful architecture that brings a sense of peace. Throughout the visit, you encounter the ideas and works of the Buddhist philosopher, which are simple yet profoundly meaningful.

I visited D.T. Suzuki Museum without interest in Mister Suzuki and without learning much of anything about him. Instead, I visited this museum for the reason it was abdives toe by several different Kanazawa residents, for its peace and beauty. It is an architectural masterpiece, perfect to calm, soothe your mind, take a break from city life. The price is very fair as well

Astonishing, quiet, powerful celebration of an immense figure of twentieth-century thought and practice: Dr Suzuki.

Must visit for anyone who appreciates Suzuki, Zen, or honestly just a beautiful place to relax. No photos inside, and the museum is fairly small, but the reflecting pond is worth it for the price of admission alone.

I visited when the main and special exhibition - as a student this only cost ¥800 which is quite affordable for an art gallery! I found the exhibitions engaging and I appreciated the information on each artist featured. As it was raining, the swimming pool was unfortunately closed. One thing I must note is that the layout of the museum is quite confusing - there isn’t a set route and I found it difficult to figure out how to access some areas, even when using the map. I’m sure there are some sections I may have missed. But overall, I really enjoyed the art, especially those featuring local artists of Japan!

The world renowned pool piece! Extra modern architecture design! Intriguing exhibitions! Extremely close to downtown! What other can you ask for? The pool piece itself needs a few hours of waiting, but we managed to get back after went back to hotel for some rest.

The 21st Century Museum is a great public space to enjoy, even without going into the paid exhibitions. There are plenty of free areas to explore and lots of good photo spots. My kids especially loved the green open space around the museum where they could run and play. Inside, there are art workshops for children, and the staff are very friendly and helpful with the handmade activities. It makes the place welcoming for families. The famous swimming pool artwork is currently closed until September 19, so plan accordingly if you want to see it. Still, the museum and its surroundings are worth visiting for both art and relaxation.

This is a good museum. It has some interesting spaces and I saw a very good collection of photographs. It was also very lively. It was an enjoyable way to spend some time in Kanazawa, and it is close enough to the nearby gardens that it is possible to combine it into a nice day with both outdoor and indoor activities.

It was a little confusing to buy tickets for. We ended up with tickets to a display the had on and not to the museum itself. The displays out side are good and loved the pool but if you want a dip[ go underneath] you have to reserve in advance.

I visited the museum at night. The experience where you can enter the pool was already fully booked, but the nighttime illumination was beautiful. The museum is open until 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Kenrokuen Garden and Korinbo are nearby, making the area lively and pleasant to walk around.

Very cool, only criticism is I wish it was bigger, for the price it's a little steep. We didn't need tickets in advance, the only thing we waited for was the pool exhibit. There were so many instructions it became almost confusing.

It's really the walls of the bygone era. Most of the houses, even though large, were built after the area revitalised. Large parcels of land. The Samauri House is worth a visit to give you perspective of what the homes were like. This is only a partial part of the home that remains. The carvings, silk screen doors, courtyard, and gardens give a glimpse as to the decor. The structure is deceiving and larger than appears. The gardens tranquil with 3 large koi drifting casually in pond. Other houses have beautiful entries. It's clearly now an upmarket area in which to live. The alleyways offer the idea with narrow lanes walled on either side. It's not a large area but easy to pass 2-3 hours. Shopping runs parallel to area. Old canal passes through area where water was drawn from.

For those interested in Japanese history - especially the stories of samurai - this is a must-visit place to truly feel the flavor of time settled over centuries. Stepping into a samurai residence, carefully observing and experiencing the traces of years quietly resting in every corner, is a rare and precious opportunity.

I popped along at about 20:00 on a cold and rainy/sleety Sunday night and, unsurprisingly, I pretty much had the streets to myself. As you can see, it was worth it. A beautiful traditional district that is bound on most sides by dining options though is itself seemingly just a residential area. I was here on 03/30 and, even though the rest of the city was mostly blossom free, the tree at the centre of the area was fairly well covered in blooms. It has public toilets too, which is handy if you're caught short.

Small, but beautiful to see. Packed with tourists. The photos shown at this Google maps pin sometimes show the Geisha district instead, the ones I added just show the "Samurai quarter"

Didn’t find it particularly interesting. Found the Higashi Chaya District more lively and the wooden houses more picturesque. If you’re short on time, I would rather visit that other area instead.

Lovely village area—perfect for a relaxing walk and some great sightseeing. Really enjoyed the atmosphere!

Calm surroundings. There were some people, definitely not crazy crowded. Enjoyable hour or so, not a humongous place. There are many drinking plsces and small eateries around the area, with popular chain hotels... looks to be the upmarket area in Kanazawa.

Beautiful place in Japan. A decent walk in a afternoon

An amazing Geisha district with some very old style buildings and very old Sake distillery and restaurants as well as newer restaurants and craft stores as well. There is still a few Geisha left in the area so you may get lucky and hear them practicing signing or playing their instruments but not much of a chance of seeing them. They do sometimes perform at events open to the public so I'd definitely recommend that if you're there while it's happening. There will be posters uo in the area depicting Geisha playing instruments so just look for one of them for the dates. Great place for buying souvenirs or to get some great pictures and for those that want to eat gold leaf ice cream it's one of the more known spots that sell it. If you're looking for Sake look for the large balls that are hung by the doors and made of cedar branches, that means an establishment sells Sake.

Kazuemachi chaya is historical district known for its traditional teahouses, the cebter of geisha culture during the Edo period. Walking here feels like going back to that era. A must visit where you are in Kanazawa

Incredible street to enjoy Sakura viewing and the architectural beauty and craftsmanship of machiya

Very nice place to stroll , there are a lot of shops to enjoy eating. Japanese cafe can enjoy in this district. The wooden houses give the street a very nice touch of Japan❤️

The Japanese history journey (200 years ago) begins here - you would see a short lane with typical ancient Japanese architectures and decorations. The scene looks more beautiful and creates a holistic elegant picture when you cross the bridge and look from the other side.

Would definitely recommend visiting in the night time! The vibe during night time walking through the district is just different Got lucky enough to experience rainfall on my walk there & that just made the walk 10x more captivating

The museum was fun and informative. The real fun was painting our own handkerchiefs. We recieved a quick lesson on how to paint and blend colors and then we're set loose on our own canvases. My girlfriend and I had a lot of fun and enjoyed our time here.

This is a beautiful small museum displaying kimono painted in the traditional Yusen style. All pieces are gorgeous, and there are clear explanations of the whole dyeing process. The basement includes a shopping area and the workshop area. You can choose two different options for dyeing a piece, using stencils or free hand. I tried the free hand option, and it was a challenge to get the colors to stay inside the marks! I had the help of a wonderelady who spoke to me in Japanese, while I asked her questions in English... It worked❤️.

This is perfect if you need a little fun break! Head to the basement for the creative workshop. Even without Japanese you'll be fine, since they can show what to do. You make little design on handkerchiefs, tote bags, etc. Had so much fun and it turned out really cute. So far my favourite souvenir.

A unique experience with painting on fabric. You appreciate how much the paint will find a thread and run when you do this activity.

We had so much fun here! The museum was so informative & we reay enjoyed printing our own handkerchief!

Lovely small museum with some interesting and beautiful kimonos. We had a private guide from Tripadvisor who took us there and explained the art, otherwise it might be a little difficult. There is a lovely art workshop area downstairs where one can participate. There are also lovely items for sale.

The kimonos are amazing. And the fabric painting workshop we did was fun and educational. This was a really nice way to spend a couple of hours on a rainy afternoon.

The garden is stunning and the house itself is very interesting, giving a glimpse into the lifestyle of a samurai family. Inside, you can see traditional architecture, artifacts, and rooms preserved with great detail. During my visit, I was lucky to meet a Japanese guide who explained many aspects of the culture, which made the experience even more enriching. It’s a place where you can slow down, explore both the residence and the garden, and get a deeper sense of history and tradition.

Nagamachi Samurai District: The Profound Aesthetics of Old Japan ​A visit to the Nagamachi Samurai District in Kanazawa felt like stepping onto a perfect Hollywood movie set, only entirely authentic. It's an insightful lesson in traditional Japanese aesthetics and the daily life of the warrior class. ​Simplicity, Restraint, and Quiet Beauty ​The district preserves a calm and intimate atmosphere. The narrow, stone-paved streets are lined with traditional earthen walls (Tsuchi-kabe) topped with tiled roofs. The subdued color palette—earthy browns, grays, and stone—creates a sense of timeless, restrained beauty. ​Just like in Japanese films, every detail here seems thoughtfully designed with a deep sense of harmony: ​The Walls: The contrast between the white plaster walls and the dark wooden elements is classic and precise. ​The Canals: Clear water canals flow alongside the streets, enhancing the feeling of tranquility and connection to nature. In winter, when the walls are covered with straw mats (Komogake) to protect them from frost, this aesthetic gains another layer of beauty. ​The Samurai House – An Enriching Architectural Lesson ​Entering one of the restored samurai residences (like the Nomura-ke House) was the highlight of the visit. This is where simplicity becomes a profound experience. ​The interior design—featuring natural wood, tatami mats, and sliding paper doors (Shoji)—reflects the samurai aesthetic code: restraint, honor, and appreciation for small details. The miniature, meticulously maintained landscape garden viewed from the veranda, with a tiny waterfall and sculpted stones, is a miniature work of art designed to inspire meditation and serenity. ​In Conclusion: Nagamachi is not just an "old district"—it's a gateway to a lifestyle where beauty and spirituality are intertwined. It's an experience that invites you to slow down, take a deep breath, and take home not just photos, but a feeling of inspiring aesthetic peace.

A very well-preserved former samurai residence, offering a glimpse into the lifestyle of the upper-class samurai in the past. The house itself is beautifully maintained with authentic details throughout. The highlight for me was the stunning Japanese garden, serene and meticulously designed. There is a tea room on the second floor where you can overlook the garden from above. Unfortunately, the tea service had already ended when we visited, but the space was still open for viewing. It felt calm and peaceful as I was imagining what it was like to live during that era. It is located in the Nagamachi Samurai District, and it is a good idea to combine this with a walk around the historical area. Note that you will be asked to remove your shoes when entering.

Absolutely spectacular house and garden. So why only three stars then? Because it was simply overrun with tourists at our visit. There was no chance of enjoying that gorgeous gardens for us. Still I want to emphasise that the location as such as well as the people working there are great.

Beautiful house with multiple garden spaces. Very busy but it was possible to see all of the gorgeous spaces without feeling crowded out. One of the prettiest private gardens I have ever seen.

A very well maintained old Samurai house. Beautiful architecture, wonderful painted wall screens, and pictures of what it would have looked like earlier in its heydays. The gardens are also delightful. Definitely not to be missed.

Really cool place. Wasn’t too packed when I was there. People are really respectful and keep the house down. Probably gave it 1 less star as some tourist seem to to just chill in one place for far too long and it stops you from embracing and area and they’ve hogged it. Tourist tend to do it on the deck where one guy just decided to meditate and then a family decided to just chill in the tea room for a bit. But as for the place and the hospitality of the Japanese, it was great. I can understand why Japan is going to tax tourist and make it more expensive.

A good professional museum but it looks like there was a special exhibition installation happening so i only saw permanent collections. I think they have far too many photo bans on various works. That needs to change. Cafe is spectacular but i just had a coffee as the cakes looked far to rich for my taste.

I especially enjoyed the exhibit of kutaniyaki ceramics in the permanent collection. The special exhibition is a bit expensive, but the permanent collection was absolutely worth the entrance fee.

I really loved the works in their permanent collection: ceramics, silk screens, sculpture, modern art - all with nature themes. I recommend stopping here.

I was lucky to see the works of two masters of Ukiyo at once. After looking around the exhibition, I ate latte and Mont Blanc at the cafe. It was healing time. I will think of this place when it rains.

This is quite a small museum but it had an outstanding cafe with wonderful pastries. The surrounding trees make it a very peaceful location and the permanent collection and changing exhibitions are worth the time.

Peaceful place to be. Good collection of local artists as well as historical Japanese Samurai armor and traditional craft work. A bit dated in style, needs upgrade.

Large museum for the area that has everything from paintings and sculptures to pottery and tapestries. Also many styles of art from classic to modern on display. Great place and my favorite of the museums in Kanazawa.

It was small and quaint compared to the other Geisha district on opposite sides of town. This one is definitely not as affluent an area. Some small ships. A great ice cream place. I had strawberry shake yum. Only takes about 1 hour to look around. The poor sister Geisha.

Nishi Chaya District in Kanazawa is a picturesque and historically rich area, though much smaller than its more famous counterpart, Higashi Chaya. The district features beautifully preserved teahouses, traditional wooden facades, and a quiet, nostalgic atmosphere that transports visitors to the Edo period.

I have recently visited Kanazawa. I lived in the higashi-Chaya district only. I found myself wandering around the temple district around 18:30 approaching the sunset and I was blown away.Amazed at the many many temples in the areas backstreets. Idk if it’s more crowded during the day but I highly recommend visiting in the evening. It was so peaceful and had a beautiful sunset to top it off. I also visited Omicho ichiba, the Kenrokuen gardens (a must see!!), and Kanazawa Castle. Kanazawa has a very different classic and vintage vibes from the Edo period. I would highly recommend visiting this place at least once if you are in Japan😊✌️

If you are trying to visit this place go there before 18:00 because most of the stores close at 18:00. It is a beautiful and historic street. Highly recommend the street if you are in the area.

Seeing a tea house quarter, in a quiet and relaxed atmosphere is really something else! The free tea house museum in the end of the street is quite nice (but small).

-Lovely old buildings -Calming -Plenty of history

The buildings, houses and roads leading to this District were beautiful. But after I got here, I wasn’t sure what I was looking at. There were not many people out on the street (it was around 19:30 pm). I guess I was expecting a busier street. It was a nice walk, regardless.

Hidden within Kenrokuen is this villa that used to belong to the Maeda clan. The downstairs rooms all have exhibits with plenty of English explanatory information. Exhibits include many everyday items including toys and dolls. An interesting feature is the sliding doors which all have special decorations that enumerate the order in which the doors should be placed. Upstairs has fewer exhibits, but there's an interesting doll which is said to have protective powers. It's a pity no photos are allowed in the house except for the garden.

I liked walking inside this medieval villa built by a Maeda lord for his mother. It is filled with artifacts such as scrolls, carvings, and clothes from an ancient time. Do note that you can only take pictures of the garden—taking photos are prohibited for the rest of the displays. The highlight for me was being able to gaze at the garden while it was raining, it was such a peaceful experience. The only thing I wish is that the lighting could be made a little brighter.

Nice little temple to see next to the more impressive gardens next door.

The most gorgeous traditional Japanese house with fancy decorations and goods resided by Maeda family. It has a lot of different architectural styles and materials which makes the house unique. Photos are only allowed in the gardens. Admission is 700 yen, a bit expensive for the size and exhibition if you don’t really know the history, but worth visiting when you come to Kanazawa for the first time.

Really nice with nightingale floors and a lot of hidden paintings. The best tour we saw, much more special than samurai house tour.

Stunning! Well worth the visit. Sadly garden photos only but quietly pleased to see interior photos from others...

An additional entrance fee is required. It's a peaceful area with exhibitions inside. Taking photos is prohibited in some areas.

Although small, it provides an excellent history of gold leaf production and its significance to Kanazawa. The museum offers a detailed look into the manufacturing process and is perfect for gaining a deeper understanding of Kanazawa’s gold leaf culture.

Small & too little things to visit. Only 1F is available to visit. You can view the process through the video given for better understanding.

It was smaller than we expected but still had lots of good interactive exhibits. The movies have English subtitles titles and help explain the process. It's worth a visit if you don't know how gold leaf is made, but otherwise, you can pass without missing much.

Do you know how gold leaf is made? I didn't until earlier today. This tiny museum has excellent exhibits and videos to show the process of making and using fold leaf. The museum is an inexpensive way to spend an hour in Kanazawa.

It’s okay. Only one floor of a few things spaced out. Your more likely to see interesting things next door at the antique shop. No joke.

Meh. Not worth the price of admission. if you want to see arts and crafts using gold, skip the museum and walk to Higashi Chaya district and look at the shops. Much more entertaining, free, and you asked me find some things you want to buy that aren't too expensive!

Very cool, albeit small, museum that shows you how gold leaf is made. There’s also a rotating seasonal exhibition showing different works of art made with gold leaf. Additionally there’s a bunch of gold leaf shops nearby the museum that you can go to purchase gold leaf products from.

Museum is compact, with exhibits across two levels. They offer a costume experience (which I skipped), but it looked fun for those curious about Noh theater. While I appreciated the peaceful atmosphere and the effort to showcase this traditional art, I think the museum could benefit from more detailed or immersive displays to match the depth of Noh itself. A nice bonus, you can grab an eki stamp before you leave.

Plenty of Noh Masks to see and try, there's. A super nice woman who helps you to dress as a Noh actor. Quick to see, a must if you like Japanese culture

A small museum. Entry was very cheap, and the lady at the front was very kind and helpful. There is an activity where you can try on noh masks and costumes but it is only available on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays

The exhibit is wonderfully haunting. The staff is super friendly. Highly recommend the Noh Mask experiencie

A very interesting experience. We enjoyed the insights into this form of theatre.

Really cool museum with some beautiful noh-masks on display. The second floor has a contemporary art expo featuring several impressive masks.

Nice Museum but very small. Also activities are available only over weekends.

Perfect stop, if you want to see how the samurai family used to live. It's a small dwelling with beautiful, well manicured garden.

Must visit! Much less crowded than the Samurai district house. Very nice staff and intimate Matcha experience. Thank you for the amazing experience ♡

Loved this place! Less busy than the more popular one in the area, so it would almost feel like ours since we lingered longer than other guest. Also did the Macha Ceremony, and that was quite lovely too. The sweets they served were amazing, and would have purchased a whole box if were available but forgot to ask. The macha itself tasted very robust or fresh or macha forward — however you want to say excellent. The ladies were so sweet too! Would definitely go for the ceremony again. The moss garden was very peaceful, would lovely to be able to just sit and contemplate.

Having also been to the house in the samurai district, I can say that this was the better visit. Much less crowded (we were the only visitors), beautiful garden that you can walk around and explanation of the features of the house with English audio too. Very lovely staff too, highly recommended a quick stop here.

Nice and small museum with a Japanese garden. When entering and after you pay your fee, you will be standing in the main room. An audio tape will be started which explains the life and site of Mr. Kurando. You can stroll around and have a look at some of the works in the museum and make a short walk through the garden. When it's quiet and not many visitors you can relax and enjoy the calmness of the garden

Samurai house from around 1800. The garden is very beautiful with trees that are over 300 years old. Smaller but definitely not as busy as the Nomura house in Nagamachi. Worth dropping by for only 310 yen. You can also get matcha in a matcha room for an additional 360 yen. They accept credit cards.

It was really nice! I could enjoy the quiet atmosphere.

Experienced this landmark as part of a cruise tour. A few things to know before you go. First, shoes are not allowed within the temple. They are to be left outside on a shoe rack. Second, backpacks and other large bags must be placed in front of your body. Third, no video or photos aside. Fourth, the temple is dimly lit in spots and has steep stairs that are the only means forward, so not the most handicap friendly. Fifth, toddler age children are not allowed in the temple. Finally, the tour is exclusively in Japanese. It is conducted by a volunteer on the temple grounds. Non Japanese speakers are given a guide book in English to follow along while walking through the temple. The experience starts with being seated until the guide is ready to take you. From there, you are given the 40min tour of the entire temple. What I appreciated most was the complexity of the architecture, from carefully crafted hidden entrances and traps to the foundation support and curved wooden beams allowing this landmark to survive for about 400 years of wind and snow. What did detract from the experience was the lack of a guided tour in another language. Not necessarily a fault of the temple, but it leaves you to your imagination that would otherwise be provided by the guide's comments if you spoke Japanese

I arrived without a reservation. They guide me towards an intercom and after some conversation, I got to join the tour group. The temple was simply amazing. Many trapdoors, hidden stairs and secret rooms. I highly recommend!

Very interesting and historic place with many architectural designs as traps for defense. It brings us travel the time of Samurai and Nija around 400 years. Worth to visit: 5.0 Beater to make a reservation by call

Reservations are required, and while the tour is conducted in Japanese, we had no trouble calling to reserve a spot using an international phone plan. You can also make a call from outside the temple to book a visit. The tour was interesting—even without understanding the language fully. They provided an English guidebook that helped us follow along as we explored the temple’s deceptive architecture, hidden staircases, false ceilings, and other clever defenses. You’re asked to leave your shoes outside and refrain from using your phone during the tour, which adds to the immersive, respectful atmosphere. At just ¥1200 per person (~$8.40), it was one of the most unique and budget-friendly attractions of our trip. A hidden gem in Kanazawa—literally and figuratively.

Really cool place with a great story and history. Loved the intimate feeling of the tour. Even tough the guide only speaks japanese the provide a comprehensive book with all the sections the guide takes you through, all translated into English. Highly recommend. A tour starts every half hour, we arrived with no reservation and had room, probably better to reserve when coming during busier times.

We happened to stop by the Myouryuji (Ninja Temple) and discovered that guided tours are organized throughout the day. Normally, reservations are required, but it’s worth checking on the spot as there may be last-minute availability. Tours seem to run once every hour and last around 40–45 minutes. The staff were very kind and accommodating, and we were lucky to join a tour at the last minute without any waiting. Please note that the tour is conducted only in Japanese, but foreign visitors are provided with a booklet (available in English, French, Spanish, and more) to follow along, which is collected at the end. I highly recommend this experience – it is fascinating and showcases a lot of creativity in the temple’s design, with hidden passages, clever tricks, and surprising architectural features that reveal how the building was used for both defense and strategy. It’s a unique way to step back in time and discover a different side of Japanese history.

Very interesting walking Tour through the ninja dera. It took 40min and we felt very rushed. The tourguide only speaks japanese, but you get an english guide book to go along what she says to every room. The information is very interesting, but you dont really have time to take everything in because The Tour ist so fast. Wouldve loved to stretch it to 60min instead of 40 to really take the atmosphere and information in. I would still recommend going there. As The Website doesnt work, its enough to go there and Reserve a ticket. We arrived at 15.15 and reserved a tour for 15.30, but were The last to be admitted. So if the Website works again, try it there.

Very nice shrine. The prettiest part with a small pond is hidden in the back, at the right side of the main building.

Beautiful trees, fresh air. It is a very popular shrine to come for best wishes for New Year. Usually very crowded from 11AM, the traffic jam could be as long as 2 km, so my recommendation is to go there early in the morning before 10AM to not only enjoy fresh air but also the ancient, fuzzy smog there. Usually there is snow during New Year, and the big fire pit in the center of entrance is a specular point.

Seemed rather popular for an out of the way temple, not sure why.

Clearly a potent power spot. The wind passing through the cedars makes your skin tingle. Famous for dispensing extremely harsh fortunes “omikuji” and it didn’t disappoint: Some highlights: Lose your court case At work will be tricked and harassed Baby won’t be born Get sick Marriage is done for Accident in your future No matter how much you study, no chance of success Whichever direction you walk, it will be wrong one Highly recommended for masochists. The tree where you tie your bad fortunes was sagging under the weight of all that bad portent 😆

Very beautiful, and quite tranquil. I really liked just being there. The silent walk around was great on the senses.

Beautiful and peaceful shrine to say a few prayers. Some bear signs put up so watch out!

This is one of the most famous shrine in this area. During the new year, we will see many people visit this shrine.

Definitely worth a visit and bring water can it can be a hot hike depending on the weather. It can be crowded but the higher you go the less people there are and the more beautiful it gets. Worth a visit if you are in Kyoto.

It is said to have been founded during the Kofun period, making it the oldest shrine in Kanazawa. It has a truly sacred atmosphere. Visiting at night, the place felt solemn and even a little awe-inspiring.

The most beautiful little shrine I’ve ever been to! Bumping into it at night was just magical… Also, I love its mascot, Kima-chan is really cute, and its message “Everything will be alright” is very uplifting 🩵 Also, there’s a little shrine where you can pray to avoid injuries and for success on sports or activities that use legs or feet

Absolutely beautiful shrine! I went to check it out and to get a goshuin stamp. It was handwritten when I came. The priestesses were very nice. An old creep was following me and when I explained it to them, one of the priestess had me stay in the shrine office until he left. The priestesses wished me well when I finally had the courage to leave. Despite the experience, their energy was heartwarming and I felt safe because of them. There’s a lot to see.

It is a very lovely shrine in the city of Kanazawa and next to greenery and art centre. Also bought some souvenirs for myself and friends too.

One of the most warming shrine in the city center. Went here when there is a festival, lots of food and souvenir stand. We even offered free sake from the shrine production. Free to enter since this is for local people religious activity, so visit it respecfully.

A beautiful shrine with lots of torii gates It was on my way as I was headed somewhere else, definitely worth a trip! Beautiful red torii gates that create long "torii gate tunnels" with wonderful decorations, shrines and such It wasn't crowded despite a weekday visit during early afternoon Recommend the place!

An absolutely wonderful museum, perhaps unique, that documents a declining slice of history. Phonographs and discs have been saved from destruction and displayed in a way that explains how the technology was discovered and pioneered over the past 150 years or so. Make sure you time your visit to coincide with the 30-minute demonstrations at 11am, 2pm or 4pm, where a learned master plays discs on about ten devices and explains how they evolved (an English brochure is available). It’s scandalously inexpensive at ¥310 and absolutely worth an hour and a half of your stay in Kanazawa.

A wonderful museum of immense cultural value. Loved that you get to see, hear, and experience the exhibits. Kind and patient staff with clear passion for their work. The highlight was the live demonstration which I believe happens at 11am, 2pm, and 4pm daily.

I loved the experience. I went on a Sunday right at the opening and had the museum almost for myself. The staff are all super kind (they even let me leave my luggage at the reception since I had to go straight to the station right after the museum). The collection of phonographs and records is a must see for all music lovers, and make sure to go at a time where you can see the demonstration (it's in Japanese but they provide a booklet in English with all the information). Easily one of my favourite experiences in Kanazawa, I'm so glad I made it before my train.

If you love in Phonograph hier is the place that you can see a lot of them.over 200 old to new model from edison time to Sony .in 2 floor it 2-3 time a day.you can lesseon to the music from old one to new in 30 min show.this place have 3 floor .it take about 1-2 hrs if you intress on it.

Excellent museum… esoteric, yes, but really well done, with passionate staff, and a huge record collection if you just want to listen to music. A lesser-known gem!

An outstanding museum, and completely empty when we visited in August 2025. Lots of the signs are in Japanese, but there are QR codes taking you to English language info so it's quite easy to follow. So many phonographs and it was magical to have a demonstration of 10 (!) different phonographs with the lady telling us all about them - and the records she was playing. It was a real treat for analogue fans. Lovely staff who spoke English throughout the demo. Very cheap entry fee. My highlight of an all-too-brief trip to Kanazawa.

Didn't expect to enjoy this as much as I did! They do a demonstration 3 times a day, we caught the one at 11am. It's in Japanese, but they have a full English translation written down so you can follow along as the guide speaks and operates the phonographs. I was worried we'd feel trapped there watching it but it was super interesting and flew by. The museum showcases a very large and diverse collection, there's a good amount of interactive and educational bits - was a fab way to spend an hour+.

Private tour with the artist was possible for my group. Extraordinary collection of the forms of tea bowls from generations of the Ohi family. Beauty, beauty, beauty.

Small but beautiful museum. You can enjoy just the exhibition, but for a few hundred yen more you get to enjoy matcha paired with a japanese sweet. The beauty of this is that you get to choose which cup to drink the matcha from, and they’re all made by one of the Ohi Chozaemon masters! It was a delight to enjoy the tea with this connection to local history. The staff was also very friendly.

A wonderful experience. We visited on a rainy spring afternoon and had a fantastic time. Having tea in one of these exquisite ancient tea bowls is remarkable

A very interesting museum that presents the history of making the Ohi pottery, its technique, and thus also tea culture. A special bonus is the endless kindness of the staff, which is even more evident when they serve the extra macha tea.

A very fine exhibition of Ohi pottery over the centuries. Many magnificent pieces. I could meditate for a long time over image of the waterfall on the screens on second floor and the large blue ceramic horse object. The tea bowls were very fine works of art. Fantastic colors! The table and seats at front entrance also were wonderful pieces. Wood a pleasure to touch!

Sadly found little to recommend here: some exhibition spaces were empty and the displays were less inspiring than promised.

Beautiful museum. Peaceful and quiet with interesting pieces- old and recent. For craftsmanship lovers.

This museum had very nice exhibits of craft from many young artists. It was not crowded and easy to get through in 30-60 minutes. There seems to be some construction going on when we visited, so the amount of exhibits were limited. The museum was in a very nice area with other museums nearby.

I can't say I liked current the art gallery. In my own stupidity I half expected anything related to the pictures shown by other Google reviews that this museum would have Pokemon art statues but these weren't present anymore. Maybe for some Lucie Rie is a amazing artist, but I went to another pottery museum before in Kaga and that had way more beautiful works shown from the edo period. Honestly the quickest I've ever walked in and out of a museum.

Went here on a busy Sunday, had to wait like 15 minutes in line to go in but it was worth it! We came during the Pokémon x Kogei exhibition, and it was so cool! Masterful blend of popular Japanese culture with traditional craftsmanship, extremely worth it and strong recommendation.

Disappointing as the collection is very small and contained within just the left side of the buildings. The current collection is not that great. Free for kids under 18. Tickets cheap and accepts credit cards. Combined tickets with nearby Kenrokuen garden for extra discounts.

They had a special Pokemon exhibition going on featuring contemporary renditions of the game/TV classics. Commissioned works from artists and national treasures all across Japan - it was exhilarating!

The exhibition Imaginal of contemporary Japanese leading craft artists was showing. A must see!

I visited the special exhibition on traditional okinawan fabrics. Very detailed descriptions of the crafting techniques and many beutiful kimonos on display. Recommend visiting if there is a special exhibition you are interested in.

Excellent place. A place from where one can see the full view of Kanazawa city.

Beautiful park and viewpoints of Kanazawa. Not much light at night and a bit scary with wild animals in the forest below.

Very large, off the beaten path of various tourist attractions in kanazawa. Scenic and enjoyed my time here , spent a good 2 to 3 hours here

Good to visit around end of June until beginning of July to enjoy Hydrangea (Ajisai). There are many colors to see and also Iris flowers as well.

The Utatsuyama area is my favorite part of Kanazawa. This pictures are only half of the parks on the mountain. Its only 30 min by bus from Kanazawa station, and 1 hour climbing to the top (with an enjoyable photo session). The other half, which is much closer to Higashichaya, reveals many landscapes from the city and the old architecture.

Very beautiful quiet place

Don't go there. It's nice because there are no people. If you come, there will be people and that will ruin the atmosphere.

Had an incredible time here, we had the chance to throw ninja stars at the board. Yoshino was impeccable at explaining the history of samurai and ninjas, the weaponry. The whole staff were welcoming and friendly. We also went to the doll museum, as the same team works there. They provided us the coupons for a discount. Yoshino came to the second museum, giving us insight on the different types of dolls, the time period and where they originated from each region. This, providing us the continuity of the service. We also coloured/painted the dolls to take home. Well worth the visit here! Thank you guys for the experience, and thanks again Yoshino!

Ticket required for upstairs explain for ninja activities. Child can also play spin spot there. Gold ice cream 600-800¥ available. Staffs are friendly and could speak English fluently. Ninja toys available sample which can try for fun. Shop is small and if 10 people in there even seem crowded.

Nice small museum. Really nice and helpful staff. They have a small samurai collection with a 700 sword. The ninja collection was good to see and there is a small gift shop. For a little extra you can throw 5 ninja stars. Worth a look

An extremely fun, informative and inexpensive museum packed into a tiny space. The front desk staff were extremely friendly and helpful and the guide in the museum was an absolute legend. She took us on our own personal tour and she spoke excellent English and had interesting information to share about each exhibit. We even got to hold some of the weapons! An added bonus is you can pay 300 yen to throw 5 throwing stars in their "shooting range". If you hit the centre, you win a special prize (and can call yourself a Ninja)!

A Must-Visit in Kanazawa – Fun and Informative! A fantastic experience! The Ninja Museum in Kanazawa is both fascinating and fun. The staff are incredibly friendly and go out of their way to explain everything in detail, making the visit very engaging and easy to enjoy. We learned a lot and felt very welcome throughout. Highly recommended!

This was a fun little museum, with the added experience of throwing shuriken, all for a reasonable price. The museum upstairs is small but very interesting, we had a guide explain a lot of the pieces to us. They spoke very good English, and engaged with us when we tried to speak Japanese. The gift shop is well stocked with lots of fun things and several of the items are produced in Kanazawa. We were also given a discount voucher for doll museum next door, which we visited next.

Nice, small museum but with a good range of weaponry. I don’t know if this is always the case but a beautiful young woman with excellent English and a wealth of knowledge helped guide us through the weaponry in an informative and entertaining way. I also tried the throwing stars, which was a lot of fun. I would recommend a visit.

It's big, it's impressive, it's symbolic. It lights up at night (looking better in blue than red, imho) and there's a fun little clock nearby. Lovely little focal point that lets you know you're in Kanazawa.

The gate view is nice but the station has nothing much to offers, it's busy, there is a shopping mall next to it where youay shop some clothing a d good food. Overall, it's just a wooden gate, with blue lights shining it...

The gate is stunning by its height. The color of the wood is beautiful and the whole architecture of intertwined blocks of wood make it a piece of art.

Pretty impressive gate right in front of Kanazawa station Along with a small fountain and a clock.

Impressive landmark, popular with tourists and locals alike.

Cool place to walk by if you're going to the train station

An unexpected well crafted modern interpretation of the Tori Gate. Using real wood in large timber format, the Tori Gate is abstracted into subcomponents that act as brush strokes in an impressionist painting in order to evoke the classic gate. The remaining roof is aluminum or stainless steel space frame. This makes for a fabulous juxtaposition of old and new.

Beautiful gardens to wander through when in Kanazawa. Some areas can become crowded but due to the size of the park it is easy to find space. Alot of area to cover if you plan to walk the whole park. We enjoyed the time we spent here and observing the unique rope structuring of the trees.

Japanese garden with a cafe. We could enjoy the garden view with matcha and sweets. The sweet today has the Sakura symbol. I am lucky to be served the matcha with Ishikawa mascot (hyakumansan) cup. It is very cute! The ticket price is 800 yen. The garden is well maintained and tranquil.

A stunning garden located within the Kanazawa Castle Park. I was pleasantly surprised seeing this park after coming from other museums in the area. This I think is the highlight of the park, and I might say it surpasses Kenroku-en.

Beautiful little garden that really captures the essence of the zen gardens. A shame that some earthquake damage made part of the trail around too dangerous, but there are some great areas to sit and take in the garden from afar.

The garden was so impressive it almost seemed artificial. It was in a flawless condition, unlike anything I had ever seen before.

A beautiful garden right next to Kanazawa Castle. It's well maintained with a pond, bridge (that you can't walk on), and trees and grass to complete this serene garden. It's not very big, but the amount of tourists isn't too high keeping it a nice place to relax and enjoy the scenery. Best of all, it's free to enter.

Spoke with a wonderful tourist information guide at the rest hut. It was just a stunning garden that was not religious as it was a private feudal lords own place. Take a stop and enjoy the breeze.

It’s actually a very informative and interesting museum. There weren’t many visitors, so I was able to explore all the rooms and exhibits comfortably. The ticket costs only 100 yen, which is very cheap compared to the amount of information and the quality of the exhibitions it offers. It’s definitely worth a visit.

A brilliant value piece of Kanazawa history. This is an old traditional pharmacy building amongst other uses. The collection is wide and varied with English translations in the main. Highly recommended for 100 Yen.

Very interesting museum with a lot of exhibits you usually don’t see at other museums. We hat a lot of fun and learned a few new things 😊

Such a beautiful place. You get to see the shop, living quarters, read about the daily life and see utensils used at the time. Really recommended if you enjoy a little trip to the past, even if it’s not a huge place it does feel special.

100 yen to see a whole lot of history. There's a combo ticket with the samurai museum for 300. This little place is worth 20-30 minutes easily. You can learn some medical history and see how wealthier people used to live. Very nice chat with the lady at the front, too.

Never thought that Sato San is from Kawanaza, it’s a beautiful fate that meet the place and ppl here.

Its a cool quick stop, you can checkout the whole museum and the garden in about 10-15 minutes. Definitely buy the bundled admission ticket for ¥360, it’ll allow you to visit the Samurai Museum right across the street.

I loved every moment of the Karakuri Museum! So deeply fascinating, I am sure it must be lots of fun for children but as an adult I thoroughly enjoyed it! They have an English audio guide you can follow by scanning the QR code at each exhibit (and they have free WiFi) which gives great information! The puppet demonstration was great, it was well worth the trip on the bus out to Ohno city to visit!

This museum is off the beaten track but worth a visit. You can access it by taking a bus then walking about 20 minutes. The building is cool and staff inside were very helpful. We were there for the puppet demonstration which was fun and informative. We also spent quite a while solving (or trying to!) the wooden puzzles. The cost is ¥500pp (cash only).

Beautiful building with an interesting collection, but far out of the city. Too bad that all explanations are in Japanese only (Google Lens is your best friend, but it's a waste of time if you need to use it for every text)

I love this Museum!!! The entry is around 500¥ and at the begging I thought was quite expensive compare to the size of the museum, but nop!! You have to go! It's full of wooden puzzle and amazing exhibitions. You can spend hours their inside playing with all the wooden crafts. Don't miss the exhibition which is only in certain times, but it's just in Japanese so better come with a friend. And at the end you can wear the Happi coat which are traditional Japanese clothes usually worn only during festivals.

The museum was a lot of fun, especially watching the demonstration of the tea-serving mechanical doll and the puppet-like doll with moving legs, head, and arms (with hands holding pompoms) that visitors can operate.

It has toys which were made in edo period and even thinking about how the artists mind worked and how these toys operated is unanticipated! Use of physics in these toys and in those days is pretty amazing! Lot of brain work is required in some and you'll be occupied for hours!

This is a nice museum with mechanical puppets and puzzles. Kids in particular will enjoy this museum.

Be aware right now the exhibit is flower vase and no tea exhibit. You can still get tea in the cafe though

The inside of the museum is a bit dated but the collection of food vessels and tea utensils is really fabulous. There are also detailed and sometimes even funny explanations in English for each item, which is not often the case in Japanese museums

Small, quick, almost no English, but they make a fine cup of tea.

The tea experience is worth it

(Translated by Google) This is a museum of tea ceremony utensils. I was able to take my time appreciating the precious tea ceremony utensils from Rikyu's time. I had a matcha set (350 yen) in the tea room on the first floor. First, I chose a tea bowl. The sweets were Moroeya's dried confectionery. It was delicious, and I had a break after a long walk. (Original) 茶道具の美術館です。利休の時代の貴重な茶道具をゆっくり鑑賞できました。 抹茶セット（350円）を１階の喫茶室で頂きました。最初にお茶碗を選びます。お菓子は諸江屋さんの干菓子でした。歩き疲れての一服。美味しかったです。

(Translated by Google) The museum is very small, with mainly exhibits of boxes. It was very nice, with the English translation. However, there were very few matcha bowls on display or tea ceremony materials, which would have been nice! I also tried the matcha experience. The matcha was excellent, overlooking a beautiful garden with a sweet shop. A lovely experience. I recommend this museum for a quiet, cool outing! (For tampon fans: there are two) (Original) Musée très petit, avec principalement des expositions de boîtes, c’était très joli avec traduction anglaise. Cependant, il n’y avait très peu de bol matcha en exposition ou matériaux pour cérémonie du thé cela aurait été sympa! J’ai testé aussi l’expérience de boire un matcha. Le matcha était excellent, vue sur un magnifique jardin avec une sucrerie. Un chouette moment. Je recommande ce musée pour une sortie tranquille au frais ! (Pour les fans de tampons: il y’en a 2)

(Translated by Google) This wonderful art museum is located about a 10-minute walk from the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa. Special exhibitions are held regularly, so you'll never get bored even if you visit several times a year. There's a place in the museum where you can enjoy tea, which you can also enjoy just that. And it's less than 500 yen! The sweets served with your matcha are from famous Japanese confectionery shops in Kanazawa, so you can enjoy sweets from different famous shops on multiple occasions. (Original) 金沢21世紀美術館から歩いて10分程度にある素晴らしい美術館です。 定期的に特別展を開催されており、年に数回訪れても飽きることありません。 美術館にはお呈茶をいただけるところがあり、そちらだけでも利用可能です。それもワンコイン以下で‼️ お抹茶と一緒に頂けるお菓子は金沢の有名和菓子店のもので、幾度に違う名店のものを頂けます。

A local temple attributed to the hime of the Maeda family. There is a statue of her on the back of the main hall. There are also a large kitsune and a tengu mask that you can see if you walk along the hallway. There were some major artifacts related to the hime and her relations to the Edo bakuhu. The staffs were really kind. Though they were not fluent in English, they tried their best to understand my words.

The gate is over 400 years old. Great place as temple.

(Translated by Google) Tamahime, who connected the Tokugawa and Maeda families and contributed to the prosperity of the Kaga domain, is said to be enshrined at Tentoku-in Temple as a symbol of good marriage and family harmony. The temple has a corridor connecting all four sides, and we went through the corridor to reach the main hall. At the main hall, I was given a detailed explanation, so I was able to visit with more interest. Even so, it was a splendid temple because it was a Tokugawa princess. Inami carving is also amazing~ In the main hall, there is a karakuri puppet show, and is it related to Tamahime? There was also an offering box that made a beautiful bell sound when you put money in it. In a good sense, I realized once again that Japan had a class system in the past. (Original) 徳川家と前田家を結び、加賀藩の繁栄に貢献した珠姫は、良縁や家庭円満の象徴として天徳院に祀られているそうです。 お寺は回廊で四周を結んでおり、回廊を通って本堂に行きました。本堂では丁寧に説明を゙してもらえたので、より興味を持ってお参り出来ました。 それにしても徳川のお姫様なので立派なお寺でした。井波彫刻も凄い〜 本堂ではからくり人形劇や、珠姫様に因んだ？お金を入れると綺麗な鈴の音が鳴り響く賽銭箱もあったりしました。 いい意味で昔の日本には身分制度があったんだと改めて認識しました。

(Translated by Google) I visited for the first time on Sunday, August 17, 2025. I became interested after seeing it featured on the NHK Kanazawa station's program "Kaga no To." Admission is 500 yen for adults, but JAF members receive a 50 yen discount. As the temple is nicknamed "Tamahime's Temple," it focuses not on the temple buildings or treasures but on Tamahime (Tentokuin), the daughter of the second Tokugawa shogun and the wife of the third head of the Maeda clan, Lord Toshitsune. I also visited to see the handmade paper Hina dolls of Tamahime that were featured on the program. They were small, simple, yet adorable. I also enjoyed the exhibits related to Tamahime and the Maeda clan, as well as the mechanical puppet show "The Tale of Tamahime and Tentokuin." The digital slideshow introducing Tamahime's life to younger audiences, which began in April 2025, was also quite entertaining. At "Kagano To," the explanation was, "Girls also served in the procession of the Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival, and even locally, Tamahime is strongly associated with the image of a young girl who was married off to Kaga as a hostage. We want people to know that, although she died young, she grew up to contribute to the domain's administration as the legal wife." I thought that made sense. The "Tamahime Newsletter" distributed in the main hall featured an article by Suematsu Satoshi, who painted Tamahime's portrait. I learned that portraits aren't painted solely on instinct. Apparently, the postcard-like portrait of Jufuku-in Temple I saw at Myojoji Temple the day before was also by Suematsu. I was disappointed that I missed the real portrait. I'd like to see back issues of Tamahime Newsletter. I can really feel the love for Tamahime. In an air-conditioned room, I enjoyed matcha green tea and rakugan (rakugan)—a dried confectionery from Moroeya (500 yen). I thought that in cooler weather I could enjoy it while looking out at the garden, but despite the scorching heat, a young female visitor descended into the garden. Returning to the main hall, we were given an explanation about the "Otoriishi" (decoy stone), which involves praying to the Meoto Iwa (couple rocks) in the garden, then smashing the provided Tomuro stone with a hammer to receive it as a talisman that will grant you a one-of-a-kind good fortune. And as expected. Although the Tamahime Festival had ended almost a week prior, there were surprisingly many visitors. The two elderly staff members were polite and friendly, which made for a good impression. Parking is also available, making it convenient. It's unfortunate that there isn't much information available about the building, but the tranquil hall and temple grounds offer a highly entertaining setting where you can immerse yourself in Tamahime. It's a place worth visiting at different times of the year to take your time to admire the buildings and temple treasures. (Original) 2025年8月17日（日）に、初めて訪れました。 NHK金沢局の番組「かがのと」で紹介されていて、興味が湧きました。 拝観料は、大人500円ですが、JAF会員50円割引していただきました。 「珠姫の寺」と称するように、伽藍や寺宝より、徳川2代将軍の娘で前田家3代目利常公の正室、珠姫（天徳院）を主眼としています。自分も、番組で紹介された珠姫お手作り紙雛人形を拝見したくて訪れました。小さく素朴でありながらもかわいらしい、お人形でした。 その他、珠姫、前田家関係の展示とからくり人形劇「珠姫・天徳院物語」も興味深く見ることができました。今年、2025年4月から始まった珠姫の生涯を若い方々向けに紹介するデジタルスライドショーも、なかなかに面白い。「かがのと」では、「金沢百万石まつりの行列でも少女が務め、地元でも、珠姫は人質的に加賀へ輿入れした幼女のイメージが強い。早世ではあったが、大人になり正室として藩政に貢献したことを知ってほしい」旨の説明がされていました。なるほど、と思いました。 本堂で配布されている「珠姫だより」に珠姫の肖像画を手掛けた末松 智さんの記事が掲載されていました。単に感覚だけで肖像画が描かれているのではないことを知りました。前日に訪れた妙成寺で見たポストカード的な寿福院の肖像画も、末松さんの手によるものであるとのこと。本物の肖像画を見そびれてしまい、残念に感じました。珠姫だよりのバックナンバーも見てみたい。珠姫愛を感じます。 冷房の効いたお部屋で、お抹茶と落雁 諸江屋さんのお干菓子（500円）をいただきました。涼しい時期なら庭園を眺めながらいただけたのでは、と思っていたところ、猛暑にもかかわらず若い女性の拝観者が、庭園に降りていきました。本堂に戻ると、庭の夫婦岩に祈願し、備えられた戸室石を自らハンマーでかち割って、この世に一つの良縁などにご利益のあるお守りとしていただく、「おとり石」の説明がありました。むべなるかな。 ほぼ1週間前の珠姫まつりが終わった後でしたが、意外に参拝客が訪れていました。 ご高齢のスタッフ2名の応対は、丁寧・親切で好感が持てました。駐車場も備えられ、便利です。 建物の情報が乏しいのが残念ですが、落ち着いた堂宇で、珠姫に心をはせることができるエンターテインメント性の高い施設として評価します。異なる時期に訪れて、建物や寺宝などもじっくり拝観したい場所です。

(Translated by Google) Parking and the garden in front are free, but the admission fee is 500 yen plus matcha tea and a 500 yen fare to the garden behind. It was interesting to watch a video of Tamahime. (Original) 駐車場代と手前の庭までは無料で、拝観料500円＋抹茶＆裏側の庭行き代500円。珠姫の動画を観られた面白かった。

(Translated by Google) ・I got a great fortune from the Tendokuin Temple fortune slip. ・I was lucky enough to find a cicada shell. ・The Tendokuin Temple lizard appeared. ・I touched the fox god's ashes. I immediately went to the lottery counter, but got no money. Is the vector of good fortune different? (Original) ・天徳院のおみくじで大吉が出た。 ・運良く蝉の脱け殻を発見した ・天徳院のトカゲ様が現れた ・お狐様の灰に触れた 即宝くじ売場に行ったけど0円。 幸運のベクトルが違うのか？

(Translated by Google) I visited this temple after seeing it introduced on YouTube. As a modern person, I can't imagine what Tamahime was thinking when she married into the Maeda family at the age of three. . It was a good opportunity to learn about history. I went when the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, so the weeping cherry blossoms were beautiful🌸 Please take off your shoes when entering the temple. It was still chilly, so my feet got cold❄️ It was also great to see the Karakuri dolls. If you go to the trouble, we recommend you take a look! Everyone at the temple was kind 😊 (Original) YouTubeでこちらのお寺が紹介されているのを見てうかがいました。 3歳で前田家に嫁いだ珠姫様、どんなことを考えて生きていたのか、現代人の私には想像もつきません。。 歴史について知る良い機会となりました。 桜が満開の時期に行きましたので、枝垂れ桜が美しかったです🌸 お寺の中は靴を脱いで上がります。まだ肌寒い時期だったので、足から冷えました❄️ からくり人形もちょうど見れて良かったです。せっかく行くなら、ご覧になるのがおすすめです！ お寺の方は皆さん親切でした😊

I got the chance to attend a performance at this theatre. Despite not understanding any Japanese I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The costumes were beautiful and the actors were amazing! It was a lovely way for me (as a tourist) to experience some authentic Japanese culture.

I have been unable to find a performance schedule for 2023. Is the Noh Theater still open? We are interested in tickets for Saturday, Oct 14, 2023. Thank you so much for any information!

It’s a must visit place!

Every Saturday night in July you can enjoy the Noh and kyogen performance for just 1000 yen .

(Translated by Google) From the very beginning of my trip to Kanazawa, I decided to see Noh and experience geisha performances. Although I was unable to enjoy the Noh performance due to time conflicts with the geisha experience, I attended the Kyogen performance instead. Even though I don’t speak Japanese well, after understanding the plot through the Internet, I can fully feel the beauty of Kyogen from the performers’ body movements and language rhythms. It is recommended to travel to Kanazawa, where you can arrange to experience various traditional arts. Very interesting. (Original) 打從一開始安排金澤旅遊，就決定要看能樂以及體驗藝妓演出。 雖然因為跟藝妓體驗時間衝突，沒能欣賞能樂，但反而參加了狂言演出。 儘管日語不通，透過網路瞭解劇情後，也能從演出者的肢體以及語言節奏，充分感受狂言的美好。 推薦來金澤旅遊，可以安排各種傳統藝術的體驗。非常有意思。

(Translated by Google) It had been 33 years since I last visited, but I was soothed by the space where I could leisurely appreciate the exhibits. (Original) 実に33年ぶり(笑)に訪れましたが ゆっくり鑑賞出来る空間に癒されました。

(Translated by Google) I love Noh and Kyogen and often go to see them. The elegant atmosphere of the stage is wonderful! (Original) お能と狂言が大好きでよく観にいきます。舞台の格調高い雰囲気が素晴らしい！

Small but interesting museum about the architects and the city of Kanazawa. Very professional guide spoke perfect English and gave additional information. The building is not that special from outside but there are nice interiors and the details are on point. The coffee shop area was not very cozy and nobody used it.

Yoshiro and Yoshio Taniguchi Museum of Architecture, Kanazawa (whom designed MoMA in New York as well)

I didn’t have this place in mind, but gave it a chance and now I can highly recommend it. It is quite small, but the design itself and the few contents it had were very worth. It costs less than 500 yen and it even has good views from the city. It is close to the Ninja temple, so you can visit both places one after another.

Well designed museum, it was interesting to check its architecture. Inside there is two reconstructed rooms from famous buildings by Taniguchi senior. The temporary exhibition was small but nice to check (at least from an architect’s perspective and people interested in the field)

An amazing architectural wonder in Kanazawa. We fell in love with this small museum.

A nice museum with two exhibitions, worth visiting for nice interior and architecture.

Nice surprise for me who had never visited an architect museum before. I enjoyed it a lot! Small enough and beautiful second floor! I could have skipped the first floor exhibition though because it was basically in Japanese and I didn’t understand much. Museum was very peaceful and gave me a nice harmonius feeling.

Been watching shows and stage play here but my first time to buy a ticket inside. The ticket booth is until 7pm so its very convenient, the clerk was very polite and friendly she showed me the vacant seats to choose clearly. The place is nice and wide

Wide and new , the building is clean and beautiful.

Not so nice to take a seat of A class due to the narrow space in front of a seat. Others are all fine, of course, including orchestra, musicians.

The location is so good and convenient. There is a elegant pipe organ.

The staff is very helpful

nice sashimi

(Translated by Google) It's right in front of the station on the right. I had a wonderful time listening to Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa in this hall. On October 24th, I heard Prokofiev's Symphony No. 3 and Stravinsky's The Firebird, with Gounod and Tsugawa as soloists, conducted by French composer Dumousseau. All three pieces had a French flavor, but I was also captivated by their diverse expressions, including an ethnic intensity and an languid mood. Thank you for the wonderful, heartfelt performance. (Original) 駅の右手真ん前。 オーケストラ・アンサンブル金沢を、このホールで聴けて、最高の時を過ごせました。 10月24日、フランスのデュムソーさんの指揮で、グノー、務川さんがソリストでプロコ３番、ストラビンスキーの火の鳥を聴きました。 ３曲とも、フランスのテイストを薫らせながらも、エスニックな烈しさやアンニュイなムードなど、多彩な表情に惹きつけられました。 心のこもった素晴らしい演奏を、ありがとうございました。

This gate is the entrance to the Oyama temple. We visited it during day light and also at night and it very well lighted; very beautiful

This place caught me by surprise on my way to the garden. Was curious so decided to check it out. Was beautiful to walk around in, and happy I did. Great stop along the way to seeing other places and if you are heading to the castle or garden.

There is a small quiet calm pond. Sacred feeling architecture. Samurai gift shop man is very kind and cool.

Unique western and eastern influences on architecture. Best to visit late afternoon when the crowd has cleared.

Really nice garden near the shrine. You can obtain a hand written goshuin till 5 pm. We were lucky it was not too crowdy during our visit.

*No goshuins at this time due to COVID* Beautiful shrine, it gets a lot of traffic after about 7:30am. You can still get great shots of it at night when there’s no traffic and early in the morning before 7. There’s a nice pond in the back area, and multiple entries and exit points. You can enter the shrine grounds from the front, and go through Kanazawa Castle Park grounds to get to Kenrokuen Garden.

Really cool peaceful shrine that wasn’t too busy. A nice stop on your way to the castle

The ceremony is conducted in original tea house parameter sized areas, organised by a highly experienced and kind tea master and her young apprentice. They are all very helpful and go through the process of both making thick as well as thin matcha tea. Which they then also make you prelare yourself under expert guidance. This was extremely pleasant, and very expert level. I highly recommend this as a must-do activity in this city. The price at 6.6k yen is extremely good compared to equivalent ceremonies in Kyoto. They use organic matcha from Kyoto as well. Why not give it a try?

What a lovely experience! The genuine hospitality, beautiful space, thorough education all defied my expectations. Our hosts went out of their way to make us feel genuinely welcome and comfortable. The experience itself was a perfect mix of traditional and accessible - our tea master upheld the formality of years of practice but also engaged us casually with knowing smiles and encouragement to ask questions and to try ourselves. I would recommend this to any individual, couple, or family traveling through Kanazawa!

Lovely small tea house with a friendly and experienced owner. I think the entire ceremony itself was worth the visit, the owners are not stingy with tea servings, and are happy to chat and find out more about you (bring a translator app along if you cannot speak Japanese). Thank you for the experience (Caveat emptor, the matcha served was very strong, I had a caffeine rush for an hour plus)

I highly recommend to experience the Tea Ceremony while visiting Kanazawa, not only to learn how to prepare Matcha tea but to understand the meaning of the full process. The staff is very friendly and helpful, she is a excellent host. Great memories to add to your trip.

Came here for their tea ceremony experience. I booked ahead online, but I believe you can walk in as well (they typically start on the hour). I ended up being the only person. This was a very special experience. The owner prepared Koicha (thick tea) and Usucha (thin tea, which is what you typically get when you order match out). I had been looking for a place to try Koicha for days and was thrilled. You get a sweet to eat before each bowl of tea. She goes through the whole process of the tea ceremony—bringing the teaware into the room, folding her handkerchief, purifying everything—and watching her perform these motions really brings an incredible sense of calm. At the end, I got to try my hand at making Usucha. Afterwards we chatted about my own tea drinking experiences and I got to ask her any questions I had about the process of preparing matcha. It also turns out this place was featured on National Geographic’s Instagram page on a Kanazawa feature that they did a month or so ago—super cool! I left the shop feeling light, refreshed, and smiling.

What an experience! My family and I had the most lovely time at the tea ceremony. It was so impressive and culturally immersive. And how can I forget the tea and the sweets - to die for! Thank you Soyu for letting us experience Japanese culture and for being so professional and kind. Would 100% recommend.

Before I start, you must book! Ask your hotel or walk in and book I was gifted matcha powder and whisk, but I did not know what to do with it. It was an educational experience for me to come here. The host was so warm and so friendly. One of my favourite experiences

I had booked in to make a charm. The experience was amazing and the instructor was so wonderful and patient. They didn’t speak English but translating apps and hand hematites helped a lot. Thank you to this wonderful store for a great experience. I highly recommend to anyone visiting

Best in the world!!!!

We booked in to make mizuhiki charms. The instructor was excellent and it was a very enjoyable experience. The finished product looks fantastic. I would go back again any day. Full recommend for anyone visiting Kanazawa!

(Translated by Google) Tsuda Mizuhiki origata of Kaga Mizuhiki This was my first visit in a while. Recently, it seems that more and more people are buying them as gifts for loved ones or for themselves when they stop by Kanazawa after hearing rumors from all over the country. The most talked about accessories right now are the Black Series. It has a very luxurious feel and shows the sophisticated craftsmanship. In addition, we have gold mizuhiki accessories in collaboration with Hakuichi, who is famous for gold leaf. If you have time, you can also have custom-made items and try out experiences. Also, because it is very auspicious, it is becoming increasingly popular as a lucky item. In the future, it seems that they will collaborate with overseas countries such as France and car manufacturers such as Volvo. I want the world to know about Kanazawa's culture and Japanese technology. Tsuda Mizuhiki Origami, known for Kaga Mizuhiki I had the opportunity to visit them again after a long while. Recently, I've heard that more people are stopping by Kanazawa after hearing the buzz from all over the country, purchasing items both as gifts for loved ones and for themselves. The trending accessory is the Black Series. It exudes a sense of luxury and showcases sophisticated craftsmanship. Additionally, there are gold Mizuhiki accessories created in collaboration with Hakuichi, a company famous for its gold leaf. If time permits, they also offer custom orders and experiences. Furthermore, it is considered a very auspicious item, and its popularity as a lucky charm is on the rise. In the future, they plan to collaborate with overseas markets such as France and brands like Volvo. I hope Kanazawa’s culture and Japan’s craftsmanship will be recognized worldwide🥰 (Original) 加賀水引の津田水引折型さん 今回久しぶりに見学させていただきました。 最近だと、全国から噂を聞きつけて金沢に寄った際に、大事な人へのプレゼントや自分用で購入される方が増えて来たそうです。 今話題のアクセサリーはブラックシリーズ。 とても高級感があり、洗練された細工技術がうかがえます。 また、金箔で有名な箔一さんとのコラボでゴールドの水引アクセサリーが置いてあります。 お時間が許すのであれば、オーダーメイドや、体験などもできるそうです。 また、とても縁起のいいものなのでラッキーアイテムとしても人気が上昇中だとか。 今後フランスなどの海外や車のボルボなどとコラボしていくそうです。 金沢の文化、日本の技術、世界に知ってもらいたいですね🥰 Tsuda Mizuhiki Origami, known for Kaga Mizuhiki I had the opportunity to visit them again after a long while. Recently, I've heard that more people are stopping by Kanazawa after hearing the buzz from all over the country, purchasing items both as gifts for loved ones and for themselves. The trending accessory is the Black Series. It exudes a sense of luxury and showcases sophisticated craftsmanship. Additionally, there are gold Mizuhiki accessories created in collaboration with Hakuichi, a company famous for its gold leaf. If time permits, they also offer custom orders and experiences. Furthermore, it is considered a very auspicious item, and its popularity as a lucky charm is on the rise. In the future, they plan to collaborate with overseas markets such as France and brands like Volvo. I hope Kanazawa’s culture and Japan’s craftsmanship will be recognized worldwide🥰

(Translated by Google) I had the opportunity to experience Mizuhiki crafting and make earrings. I made a web reservation three weeks in advance and was able to book my desired time slot. Since my reservation was for the 3:00 PM slot, I worked a bit quickly to finish by 4:00 PM (closing time?). While I also wished I could have taken my time more and worked at my own pace, it was quite difficult for me due to my clumsiness, so I was relieved to have the instructor's help. Thanks to their assistance, my creations turned out beautifully and adorably. Also, I learned that making Mizuhiki art is very challenging, and it was a fun and meaningful experience to engage with traditional culture. We had a mizuhiki experience and made earrings. I made a reservation online 3 weeks in advance and was able to get a reservation at the time I wanted. Since the slot was from 15:00, I had to hurry up a bit to finish it by 16:00 (closed?). I wanted to work a little more slowly with my hands, but I was so clumsy that it was very difficult, so I was relieved to have the instructor's help. Thanks to you, it turned out beautifully and cutely. I also learned that mizuhiki works are very difficult to make, and it was a fun and meaningful time for me to experience traditional culture. (Original) I had the opportunity to experience Mizuhiki crafting and make earrings. I made a web reservation three weeks in advance and was able to book my desired time slot. Since my reservation was for the 3:00 PM slot, I worked a bit quickly to finish by 4:00 PM (closing time?). While I also wished I could have taken my time more and worked at my own pace, it was quite difficult for me due to my clumsiness, so I was relieved to have the instructor's help. Thanks to their assistance, my creations turned out beautifully and adorably. Also, I learned that making Mizuhiki art is very challenging, and it was a fun and meaningful experience to engage with traditional culture. 水引体験、イヤリングづくりをさせていただきました。 3週間前にWEB予約し、希望の時間で予約が取れました。 15:00〜の枠だったため、16:00（閉店？）までに終わらせるために少し急ぎ足で作りました。 もう少しゆっくり自分の手で作業したかった気持ちもありつつ、不器用すぎてとても難しかったので講師の方に助けていただけて安心でした。おかげさまで綺麗に可愛く仕上がりました。 また、水引の作品は作るのがとても大変だと言うことが分かり、伝統文化に触れて、楽しく有意義な時間でした。

(Translated by Google) This was my first time here, but I was given very detailed instructions and I think it turned out really cute. I'd like to try making it again when I get home. (Original) 初めて伺いましたが とても丁寧にご指導頂き 可愛くできたと思います。 帰ったら自分でまた 作ってみたいです

(Translated by Google) He was very polite and gave kind instructions to beginners. (Original) とても丁寧で、細工初心者に親切な指導をしていただけました♪

Beautiful garden, no wonder it is in the top three gardens of Japan. You can literaly spend half a day exploring and relaxing on this park.very acessible from Kanazawa station using the loop bus or even by walking if you are up to it. Comfort rooms , snacks store are available in the park. Worth visiting if in Kanazwa.

A beautiful open Japanese garden on the top of the hill next to the castle. The whole garden is interlaced with small streams and waterfalls, with moss under the trees. Well worth spending an hour or so.

By far, this is the best gate if you wanted to enter Kenroku-en to avoid crowd. Many information flyers also available. The way to the gate also offer stunning view of Kanazawa city. Since we are already in the top side gate, the route from Kenroku-en to Kanazawa Castle just walk downhill, making the trip easier.

Kenrokuen Garden is absolutely stunning—one of the most beautiful and well-maintained gardens in Japan. Every turn reveals a postcard-perfect view: tranquil ponds, stone bridges, winding paths, and perfectly pruned pines. The blend of natural beauty and thoughtful design creates a serene atmosphere that’s hard to beat. A must-visit in Kanazawa, especially if you enjoy traditional Japanese aesthetics and quiet, reflective spaces. Go early to beat the crowds and take your time—it's a place to truly slow down and soak in the beauty.

Very lovely garden , well taken care of, nice combination of flows, ponds , plants and old beautiful trees..take your time

One of the best Japanese gardens in the world. Beautiful in every season.

(Translated by Google) Located on the southeast side of Kenrokuen, Kodatsunoguchi is one of the more reserved of the seven entrances to the garden. Compared to Katsurazakaguchi and Hasuikemonguchi, it has a more subdued atmosphere and sees fewer people, but its quiet presence is full of deep history. The name Kodatsunoguchi comes from the Kodatsuno Plateau that continues beyond it. There are various theories about the name. According to the Kaga domain's record, "Kafu Jiseki Hitsuroku," the place name originally referred to a long, vertical strip of land called "Kodateno," which was mistakenly named "Kodatsuno." On the other hand, "Sanshu-shi" also states that the area was named after a hermitage called "Kodate-an" that existed here since ancient times. It is also said that the area was also called "Kodateno" because a warlord of the Ikko-Ikki movement built a small fort (tate) here during the Sengoku period. The fact that such various theories are mixed together shows that this area has been an important place since ancient times. The Kodatsuno Plateau was a key defensive point to protect the southeast of Kanazawa Castle. When the third feudal lord, Maeda Toshitsune, developed the castle town, he concentrated temples in order to prevent enemy invasions, and created the Kodatsuno Temple Group, with dozens of temples densely packed together in Kodatsuno. Even today, there are many temples related to the Maeda family here, including Tentoku-in, which enshrines Tamahime, Toshitsune's wife and Tokugawa Hidetada's daughter, and Kyoo-ji, which was founded by Toshitsune's birth mother. These temples were not just religious facilities, but also served as firebreaks and defense lines for the castle town. In addition, part of the Kodatsuno Plateau still has the name "Yumi-no-machi," where the foot soldiers' houses of the archery unit were located. The archery unit supported part of the military power of the Kaga domain, and their placement shows how important Kodatsuno was to the military. The Kodatsuno Gate was established in the Meiji era. When Kenrokuen was opened to the public as Kenroku Park in 1874, new gates were built to allow people to enter from all directions. Kodatsunoguchi was also opened at that time, and the garden was bustling with teahouses. It is hard to imagine from the quiet Kodatsunoguchi of today, but until 1976, when a toll was imposed, Kenrokuen was a common route for local residents and students to commute to work and school. Kodatsunoguchi was especially lively in the morning as students crossed the garden, and it was an unbelievable everyday sight today. At the end of the Edo period, the area around Kodatsunoguchi became even more culturally rich. In 1863, the 13th feudal lord, Maeda Nariyasu, built Tatsumi Palace (now Seisonkaku) for his mother, completely changing the landscape of the area adjacent to Kodatsunoguchi. Seisonkaku is considered a masterpiece of feudal lord architecture in the late Edo period, and is currently designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan. In 1909, a red brick wall was built in preparation for the visit of the Crown Prince (later Emperor Taisho). Part of this brick wall can still be seen near Kodatsunoguchi, quietly conveying the atmosphere of the time. After the war, the area around Kodatsunoguchi also played an important role when the site of Kanazawa Castle was used as the Kanazawa University campus. When the university was located within the castle, many students probably passed through Kodatsunoguchi on their way to school. In 1995, Kanazawa University was completely relocated and the site was developed into Kanazawa Castle Park, and Kodatsunoguchi once again attracted attention as a quiet passageway connecting the castle site and Kenrokuen. Kodatsunoguchi has played many roles, including as a military defense base, the center of the cultural landscape, and a daily route for citizens. Today, there are few tourists, and it has a particularly calm atmosphere among the areas in Kenrokuen. When you pass by here, don't just pass by without thinking, but pay attention to the stories behind the place names, the group of temples on the Kodatsuno Plateau that spreads out beyond, and the beautiful gardens of Seisonkaku. The Kodatsuno entrance is the place where you can enjoy the scenic spot of Kenrokuen on a deeper level. (Original) 兼六園の南東側に位置する小立野口（こだつのぐち）は、園内7つある入口の中でもちょっと渋めの存在だ。桂坂口や蓮池門口に比べて落ち着いた雰囲気で人通りも少なめだが、その静かな佇まいには深い歴史が詰まっている。 小立野口の名前は、その先に続く小立野（こだつの）台地に由来する。この地名についてはさまざまな説がある。加賀藩の記録『加府事跡必録』によれば、元々は「小竪野（こだての）」という縦長の土地を指す地名が誤って「小立野」となったそうだ。一方で『三州志』には、古くからこの地に「小立庵」という庵があったためにそう呼ばれるようになったともある。さらには戦国時代、一向一揆の武将が小さな砦（館）を構えたことから「小館野」とも呼ばれたとも伝わる。こうした諸説が入り交じること自体が、この地が古くから重要な場所だったことを示している。 小立野台地は金沢城の南東を守る防衛の要衝だった。三代藩主前田利常は城下町を整備する際、敵の侵入を防ぐ目的で寺院を集約し、小立野には数十もの寺院が密集する小立野寺院群をつくった。今でもここには前田家ゆかりの寺が多く、特に利常の正室で徳川秀忠の娘でもあった珠姫（たまひめ）を祀った天徳院や、利常の生母が創建した経王寺などがある。こうした寺院群は単に宗教施設というだけでなく、城下町の防火帯や防衛線としての機能も担っていた。また小立野台地の一部には、弓矢部隊の足軽屋敷が置かれた「弓ノ町」という町名も残る。弓隊は加賀藩の軍事力の一端を支える存在であり、その配置からも小立野が軍事上いかに重要視されていたかがわかる。 小立野口が設置されたのは明治時代に入ってからのことだ。明治7年（1874年）、兼六園が「兼六公園」として市民に開放された際、各方面から人が入れるよう新たに門が造られた。この頃、小立野口もそのひとつとして開かれ、当時は園内にも茶店が並び賑わったという。今の静かな小立野口の様子からは想像しづらいが、昭和51年（1976年）に有料化されるまで、地域の住民や学生にとっては兼六園が通勤通学のための日常的な通り道になっていた。特に朝の小立野口は学生たちが園内を横切るために賑わい、今では信じられないほど日常的な光景だったという。 幕末になると、小立野口周辺はさらに文化的な色合いを濃くしていく。文久3年（1863年）、13代藩主前田斉泰（なりやす）は母のために巽御殿（現在の成巽閣）を建て、小立野口に隣接するエリアの景観が一変した。この成巽閣は江戸末期の大名建築の傑作とされ、現在では国の重要文化財となっている。明治42年（1909年）には、東宮（後の大正天皇）の訪問に備えて赤煉瓦の塀が築かれた。この煉瓦塀の一部は今も小立野口からほど近い場所で見ることができ、当時の様子を静かに伝えている。 戦後、小立野口付近は金沢城址が金沢大学キャンパスとして使われていた時代にも重要な役割を果たした。城内に大学があった当時、小立野口をくぐり通学した学生も多かったことだろう。平成7年（1995年）に金沢大学が完全に移転し、跡地が金沢城公園として整備されると、小立野口も城址と兼六園をつなぐ静かな通路として再び注目されるようになった。 このように小立野口は、軍事的な防衛拠点、文化的景観の中心、市民の日常的な道など、さまざまな役割を担ってきた場所だ。今では観光客が少なく、兼六園の中でも特に落ち着いた雰囲気が漂う。ここを通る時、何気なく通り過ぎるだけでなく、地名に込められた物語やその奥に広がる小立野台地の寺院群、成巽閣の美しい庭園などにも目を向けてみるといい。兼六園という名勝を、もっと深く味わえる入口がこの小立野口なのだから。

This place is known only by the local community, very cheap and lots of fun. This is the only place at this price where your little toddlers won't be disappointed and enjoy water slides TOGETHER with a parent ( rides in pair allowed WOW) LOW-COST FOOD yet do not expect too much of quality, just an average of taste, the ice cream was Truly YUMMY 😋 Very cheap parking and access to the beach nearby...good outdoor day for the whole family YOU Won't BE Disappointed!

This is another yearly favorite ever since we began visiting Japan in the summer. What's not to love? Fast slides, twisting and turning slides, and a slide with penguins that shower you with freezing cold water to counterbalance the scathing summer sun. At the top of the highest slide one looks out to the beautiful Sea of Japan and the wondrous coast. Everyone joins in hourly exercise to the familiar "Radio Exercise" (Razio taisoh). Such a blast!!!

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(Translated by Google) ・Tickets ...Buy from the on-site ticket machine. Although it says "non-refundable," please note that even if you accidentally buy the wrong ticket, there are no refunds or exchanges. ・Lockers ...Changing room lockers 200 yen (No refunds. Once opened, you need to put money in again). ...Valuables lockers 100 yen (Refunds available. Can be opened and closed as many times as you like). →Located in the covered area between the pools. Small enough to hold a wallet or other small items. (The inside was rusty (^^; but it wasn't so bad that it stained the things inside) →When using the locker, you need to ask at the reception (write your name and phone number on a piece of paper and leave 100 yen) and they will lend you a locker key. ・Aging facilities ...The changing rooms had a bit of a peculiar smell? (chlorine smell??) and it seemed humid (not well ventilated). ...There were cracks in the passage (floor) between the pools. The stairs were also a bit slippery, probably because of the waterproof coating. Other people have posted reviews saying they were slippery, and perhaps because of that, there were mats laid out everywhere that looked like they were anti-slip. ・Food and drinks ...You buy a meal ticket from the ticket machine and hand it over at the counter. ...There are three ticket machines. One of them let you buy things for 10,000 yen, , there was a line. ...People who were trying to buy things with the new bills were having a hard time, so maybe the old bills are better? ? ...There were drink vending machines everywhere. The Coca-Cola vending machine also accepted Coke on. ...There was also a 17 ice cream vending machine. -Swimsuits, etc. ...It looked like they were selling towels and swimsuits at the entrance (sorry for the vague description, I didn't look carefully) -You can wear shoes to the poolside. The soles of your feet were not hot and it was comfortable. Personally, I enjoyed the pool 💡 (But I think I prefer Taikoyama Land in Toyama Prefecture) The staff seemed to be student part-timers. I might not recommend this to people who care about the newness and beauty of the facility. (Original) ・チケット …現地の発券機で買います。｢払い戻しできません｣と表示もありますが、うっかり買い間違えても返金、交換などは出来ないので注意⚠️ ・ロッカー …更衣室ロッカー 200円 (返金無し。1度開けたらもう一度お金を入れる必要あり)。 …貴重品ロッカー 100円 (返金あり。何度でも開け閉め可)。 →プール間の屋根つきエリアにあります。お財布などを少し入れるような小さめのもの。 (内側がさびていました(^^；が、入れた物が汚れるような程度ではありませんでした) →使用時は受付に申し出る(氏名と電話番号を紙に書き100円を預ける)ことでロッカーの鍵を貸してくれます。 ・施設の老朽化 …更衣室はちょっと独特の匂い？(塩素臭？？)、湿度が高い(換気がうまくいっていない)感じ。 …プール間の通路(床)にひび割れあり。階段も防水塗装のせいか少し滑りました。他の方も滑りやすいと口コミ投稿しておられますが、その為か、至る所に滑り止めとみられるマットも敷いてありました。 ・食事、飲み物 …発券機で食券を買い、窓口に食券を渡す形式。 …発券機は3台。内1台は1万円でも買い物できるものでしたが、列がついていました。 …新札で買い物しようとしていた人が苦戦していたので、旧札の方がいいのかも？？ …飲料の自販機はあちこちにありました。コカコーラの自販機はCokeオンも使えました。 …17アイスの自販機もあり。 ・水着など …入口でタオルや水着など販売しているように見えました(じっくり見たわけではなくぼんやりした言い方でスミマセン) ・プールサイドは履き物を履いて行けます。足の裏が熱くなく快適でした。 個人的にはプールは楽しめました💡 (でも、富山県の太閤山ランドの方が好きかも) スタッフは学生アルバイトの方々かなという感じでした。 施設の新しさ・美しさにこだわる方にはオススメできないかも。

(Translated by Google) Starting in 2025, lockers in the changing rooms, which had previously been free, will be subject to a 200 yen no-refund policy. There are separate lockers for valuables that cost 100 yen, and the explanation for this is posted on the lockers themselves, making it very confusing. In the evening on the day we used the lockers, families around us were lamenting, "We've been scammed" and "We're not getting our money back." As someone who has used the lockers every year, I certainly feel like I've been deceived. One father with a child desperately sought a refund, pestering an elderly-looking official (perhaps a prefectural government official?) who said, "It's confusing" and "They're deceiving the citizens," but the official's response seemed to be, "If you don't understand, ask before you use the locker." This is clear when looking at hot spring facilities, where 100 yen-refund lockers are the norm, and I've never heard of a facility where you have to pay 200 yen for a locker with no refund. If they really want to charge for lockers, it would be more natural to raise the admission fee and make the lockers free again. Parking costs 400 yen, adults 640 yen, and children 210 yen. There is also a non-refundable 200 yen locker fee, so please be aware of this if you plan to use the facility. The facility is old and not very clean. Couldn't they be a little more considerate of the users' perspective? This is a complete lack of management sense... (Original) 2025年から、それまで無料だった更衣室のロッカーを200円返金なしに改悪。100円返金の貴重品ロッカーは別にあって、その説明を更衣室のロッカー自体に貼ってあるため、非常にわかりづらい。 我々が利用した日の夕方、周りの親子連れも「騙された」「お金が返ってこない」と嘆いていた。毎年利用してきた者としては、確かに騙された感が強い。 ある子連れのお父さんが必死に返金を求めて、おじいさんのような職員（県庁の天下り？）に「わかりづらい」「県民を欺いている」と食い下がっていたが、「わからないならロッカーを使う前に聞け」という回答のようだった。 温泉施設をみれば明らかだが、100円返金のロッカーが一般的で、返金なしで200円もロッカー代金を払う施設は聞いたことがない。どうしてもロッカーを有料にしたいなら、入場料を上げてロッカーを無料に戻す方が自然だろう。 駐車場400円、大人640円、子供210円、この他に返金なしのロッカー代が200円かかるので、利用される方はご注意を。 施設は老朽化しており、清潔感は感じられない。もう少し、利用者の立場に立てないものか。 経営のセンスがなさすぎる…。

(Translated by Google) As others have mentioned, starting this year (2025), changing room lockers will require a fee (200 yen). You will have to pay each time you open one. The sign at the entrance to the changing rooms has been subtly changed to "200 yen (fee required)," and I happened to notice it. However, some people who didn't notice were using the lockers, thinking they would get a refund, and complaining that they didn't get their money back, so be careful. In previous years, it was difficult to find an empty locker, but since the fee was introduced, the users have changed dramatically, and now there are almost no lockers left. Personally, I feel that in the future, people will not use lockers, or if they do use them, they will open them without a key and only find their belongings inside, which will increase the number of thefts. I didn't want to use the paid lockers, but I was worried about theft, so I used the free ones for my valuables. There is a 10-minute break every hour, but there is a 12:20-30 lunch break, so be careful. The boat and slide rides, which are usually open during break times, also have a 30-minute break from 12:10pm. As an aside, The middle pool used to be a wave pool when I was a child, but in the last few years, by the time I've taken my kids there, it's become a regular pool, which is a shame. Since Renes Kanazawa doesn't have a wave pool either, I personally hope they bring back the wave pool. (Original) 他の方も言及されていますが、今年2025年より、更衣室ロッカーが有料化（200円）されました。開けるたびにお金かかります。 更衣室入口の看板が「200円（有料）」としれっと修正されていて、自分はたまたまその部分に目がいき気づきましたが、気づかない人が返金されるものだと利用してのか、「お金戻ってこない〜」と言っていた方もいましたので、注意。 例年ならロッカーは空きを探すのが大変な感じでしたが、有料化して使用者が激変したのか、ほぼロッカーは空いています。 今後はロッカーを利用しない、利用しても鍵を使わずに開けたら物だけ置かれているパターンが増え、盗難被害が増えそうな気が個人的にはします。 私は有料ロッカーは使用したくなかったけど、盗難が心配なので、、無料の貴重品を使いました。 1時間毎に10分の休憩がありますが、お昼は12時20分から30分の休憩があるので、注意。また普段は休憩時間もやっているボートとスライダーも12時10分から30分間の休憩時間があります。 以下蛇足ですが、 真ん中のプールは自分が子供の頃は波のプールだったのに、ここ数年前から子どもを連れて行く頃には普通のプールになっていて残念。ルネス金沢も無いのだから、波のプールを復活させてほしいなぁと個人的に思います。

(Translated by Google) For those going for the first time in 2025, please read this before you go!! I went for the first time this year. Until last year, the lockers were 100 yen return type, but this year they charge 200 yen (not refunded)!! Although it is written at the entrance of the changing room, several people in the changing room were rattling their lockers saying "What? What?" Outside, junior and senior high school students were saying "I was ripped off 400 yen for the locker". There was no response to that. I tried telling the information desk "There seem to be a lot of people in trouble, so you should make an announcement or something," but it seemed like they did nothing. It's a pool loved by locals who are familiar with it. I think many people come here thinking that they will get their 100 yen back, and the management knows that... couldn't they have at least said something at the entrance? Many children come to play with their pocket money in hand. Don't you feel hurt to receive money from such children in that way? Of course, even if you say it, you won't get a refund. You won't get a refund even if you buy the wrong admission ticket. Is it okay to do whatever you want as long as you put up a notice? I don't think so. Do they not think about whether their message is being properly conveyed to the customers? The lifeguards and staff are hardly friendly, and I wonder if they are operating while thinking about the customers? That's what I think. It's a nice pool, but it's a shame that I feel uncomfortable. Everyone, when you put money into the locker and close it, it costs another 200 yen the next time you open it, so be careful!! (Original) 2025年初めて行く人、行く前に読んで欲しい!! 今年初めて行きました。去年までロッカーは100円返却タイプだったのに、今年200円有料(返却されません)!!更衣室の入り口に書いてはあるものの、更衣室の中では「あれ？あれ？」とロッカーをカチャカチャする人複数。外でも「ロッカーに400円ぼられてんけど〜」と話す中高生。それに対しての対応は一切無し。案内所に「困ってる人多そうだから放送とかしたほうがいい」と言って見ましたが、対応した感じはゼロ。慣れ親しんだ人が多い地元民から愛されるプール。100円返却と思って来てる人多いと思う、そんなこと運営側だって分かってるでしょう‥入場口で一言くらい声掛けできませんでしたか？お小遣い握りしめて遊びに来てる子も多いです。そんな子達から、そんな形でお金を受け取って心痛みませんか？もちろん言ったところで返金はされません。入場チケットも買い間違えても返金されません。張り紙しておけばどんなやり方してもいいのか？私は、そうは思わないです。お客さんにちゃんと伝わってるかな？って考えないのか??監視員の人やスタッフに愛想というものもほぼなく、お客さんのこと考えながら営業してるんかな??そう思います。良いプールなのに気分悪くて残念です。皆、ロッカーはお金入れて閉めたら、次開けたらまた200円かかります、気をつけてーー!!

The water is clean as crystal, the dressing room is comfortable, shiny, well organised. I wish I'm Italy we could have this level in pools. 4 stars because the temperature is too high to train. 27⁰ would be enough.

Excellent and new facilities, pool area and water perfectly clean. As foreigner, very friendly explanation of rules, all with English translated documents. Was reasonably empty when I visited (twice, both midday/early afternoon). Highly recommend.

Fantastic facility

I swam in Osaka, Hiroshima, Himeji, Kyoto (unfortunately not Square a) and now in Kanazawa. This is by far my favorite pool in Japan so far. Maybe even among my fav pools worldwide!

This is the best water quality I’ve ever experienced at a swimming pool; the water is as clear and clean as mineral water, with a hint of sweetness. When I went in the afternoon, the pool was almost empty, allowing me to freely swim across all nine 50-meter standard lanes. The changing room facilities are new, clean, and comfortable. This pool is truly amazing!

(Translated by Google) The new pool feels great! And there aren't many people. The happiness of having the 50m course all to yourself is hard to experience. There is also a bus service from Kanazawa Station, so this pool is great for business travelers. (Original) 新しいプールは気持ち良い！そして人が少ない．50mコースを独り占めできる幸せはなかなか味わうことができない．また金沢駅からバスも出ていて出張者にもありがたいプール．

(Translated by Google) The water is clean and it's comfortable and empty. Check the website for tournaments and events. There are some days when it's closed. The 25m sub-pool is a little crowded...but not too many people, and the 50m pool has a free-swimming lane, so it's safe. Just be careful of the water depth. (Original) 水もきれいだし空いてて快適。 大会やイベントはHPから確認。使えない日もあるにはある。 25mサブプールはやや混んでる…とは言え大勢いるわけではないし、50mプールも自由遊泳レーンがあるので安心。水深には注意ね。