Location: Kanazawa
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Kanazawa (金沢市, Kanazawa-shi) is a city located in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 January 2018, the city had an estimated population of 466,029 in 203,271 households, and a population density of 290 persons per km². The total area of the city was 468.64 square kilometres (180.94 sq mi). It is the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture.
Restaurants in Kanazawa
1. Cooking Studio KANAZAWA Salon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
Our Salon offers an enjoyable cooking class in English for the visitors from abroad in Kanazawa machiya (historical town house). As we focus on kouji and its products, you can learn about the secrets of healthy Japanese cooking as well as having a fun lunch with locally produced alcohol/soft drinks.
Reviewed By SanFranGille - San Francisco, United States
Moe and Chicako shared FAR more than their kind and patient (my husband and I are inexperienced cooks) instruction in the making of three tasty dishes. Their beautiful generosity extended to a fascinating tour of the building project using traditional construction methods underway at the salon, the MOST delicious homemade plum wine (as delectable as a perfectly ripe piece of fruit), an unscheduled nap (one of us ran out of steam), insights into Kanzawa history + Japanese culture, and the making of a difficult-to-obtain dinner reservation for our family of 8 for that same evening. We definitely hope to return and in the meantime will most highly recommend to friends. The cooking salon was a highlight of our 2+week holiday and can't thank Moe and Chicako enough!!!! Nancy& Tom in San Francisco
2. Kenrokuen Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,780 reviews
This beautiful park contains one of the top three celebrated gardens in Japan. The name Kenrokuen literally translates to “garden combining six”, referring to the six attributes all gardens should have: seclusion, antiquity, spaciousness, human ingenuity, water and scenic views.
Reviewed By 400kayl - Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Outside Kanazawa Castle, these magnificent gardens attract visitors near and far to experience the serene, peaceful, zen ambience and the tranquil, calm waters with lots of quiet time amongst the pine trees and cherry blossoms. Located at Kanazawa, this region is famous for its gold leaf industry, which can be sampled as gold-decorated ice-cream. It is now a regional commercial centre and transportation hub for Ishikawa Prefecture. There are multiple outlets, selling gold-themed items, cosmetics and desserts. Choose ice-cream with gold sprinkles, gold (See my HAKUICHI review) sheets or gold tinsel garlands. Besides the lacquer and gold-mix-lacquer-work, the plum and cherry blossoms are also a major attraction here. There are some engineering feats, designs and techniques in the garden, such as the natural water fountain without any pressure system, or the bamboo supports which form the backbone for juvenile and senile trees. Many famous pictures show snow on the supporting ropes and bamboo, which illuminated at night appear as Christmas tree props. There is an earthy tone throughout the park, emphasizing the wonders and powers of nature interspersed with the gentle, soft colors and texture of the flora. Walk to Kasumigaike Pond and see the karasaki pine tree with its horizontal branch propped up by sticks. There are many bridges and footpaths traversing ponds and streams. The kotoji lantern at the lake is another photogenic site. The 6 Confucian virtues and elements; seclusion, antiquity, spaciousness, human ingenuity, water and scenic views are embodied in the design, character and layout of this traditional Japanese garden. Our group visited on a sunny morning, then continued our journey to snowy SHIRAKAWAGO (see my review) in the afternoon!
3. Geisha Evenings in Kanazawa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
This is 90 minutes Geisha performance event but not only show. The landlady of KAIKARO explains Geisha and Teahouse culture at KAIKRO teahouse in Higashi chaya-gai district. We operate only in Spring and Autumn season. For more information and ticket purchase, visit our website. *We do not operate any other seasons. please understand that we may not reply the inquiry, especially not operated season. Thank you.
Reviewed By clichefatty - Philippines, null
Lady Baba stole the show. When she was introduced and walked into the room, the audience held their breath. She truly captivated the audience w her charisma and humor. The short presentations of her geisha were interesting but I think Lady Baba is the main attraction. Listening to the shamisen and taiko can be boring if it’s done for too long so the length of each performance was good for me. Wish the Lady would take Q & A as I had more questions about geisha culture. Overall, the best part of my trip in Kanazawa. Lady Baba is my new spirit animal ❤️
4. Kanazawa Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,176 reviews
All that remain of this castle, once occupied by the powerful Maeda family, are the Ishikawa Gate, a moat and stone walls.
Reviewed By Safariholic - Horsham, United Kingdom
It is impressive from every stand-point - History, Scale, Architecture, Engineering, Design, Structural Integrity after so many years (incl Fires, Earthquakes etc etc), the Extent of Restorations, Cleanliness (typically Japanese), and fascinating, even for someone with as little Japanese History Knowledge, as me. TA advises 1 - 2 Hrs. I would regard that duration as 'skimming it'. It really is worth taking the time and having a thorough look round. It spans grounds over several hundred acres, huge buildings dating back several hundreds of years, even if subject to considerable restoration. These buildings included Barracks & Stables, fit to house Garrisons of men. Parts of it, were not that Disability Friendly, yet still worth covering what you can.
5. Nagamachi Neighborhood
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 925 reviews
Many samurai (Japanese warriors) used to live in this area, where remnants of that era, like several mansions, a canal and private gates, still remain.
Reviewed By keithbU3507KP - Karuizawa-machi, Japan
Step back in time in this picturesque neighborhood. The best of old Japan has been restored and preserved here.
6. Higashichaya Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,599 reviews
Reviewed By WarnerL_12 - Pasadena, United States
Kanazawa is one of few cities spared by bombing in WWII and the buildings are originals going back into the Edo Period; this is one of the neighborhoods that shows that history. It is must see when in the city.
