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Kenrokuen Garden Admission Ticket
Attraction passes • Kanazawa

Kenrokuen Garden Admission Ticket

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★ 4.8 (17) • 800+ booked
€ 1.79
Shirakawa-go & Gokayama or Hida Takayama Bus Tour (From Kanazawa)
Tours • From Kanazawa

Shirakawa-go & Gokayama or Hida Takayama Bus Tour (From Kanazawa)

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★ 4.8 (488) • 10K+ booked
€ 78.79
One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa
Tours • From Kanazawa

One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa

English guided
Free cancellation
★ 4.8 (71) • 1K+ booked
€ 110.20
Shirakawago and Kanazawa Day Tour and optional bullet train
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Tours • From Kanazawa, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto

Shirakawago and Kanazawa Day Tour and optional bullet train

English guided
Free cancellation
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★ 4.7 (49) • 800+ booked
€ 54.40
Kanazawa Castle Park Admission Ticket
Attraction passes • Kanazawa

Kanazawa Castle Park Admission Ticket

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★ 5.0 (3) • 200+ booked
€ 1.79
Nagoya World Heritage Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa Castle 2-Day Tour
Tours • From Nagoya

Nagoya World Heritage Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa Castle 2-Day Tour

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★ 4.6 (69) • 2K+ booked
€ 163.95
World Heritage Shirakawa-go and  KanazawaTour by Professional guide
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Tours • From Kanazawa

World Heritage Shirakawa-go and KanazawaTour by Professional guide

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English guided
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★ 4.9 (161) • 2K+ booked
€ 103.15
VASARA Kimono and Yukata Rental in Kanazawa
Cultural experiences • Kanazawa

VASARA Kimono and Yukata Rental in Kanazawa

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English guided
7+ hrs
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★ 4.8 (58) • 1K+ booked
€ 24.15
Shirakawa-go UNESCO Heritage Winter Tour From Kanazawa
Tours • Kanazawa

Shirakawa-go UNESCO Heritage Winter Tour From Kanazawa

Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
★ 3.0 (2) • 50+ booked
€ 115.35
From Kanazawa: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Wood Carving Village
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Tours • From Kanazawa

From Kanazawa: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Wood Carving Village

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English guided
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★ 4.9 (24) • 300+ booked
€ 154.29
Shirakawago & Takayama Full Day Tour from Kanazawa
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Tours • From Kanazawa

Shirakawago & Takayama Full Day Tour from Kanazawa

English guided
Free cancellation
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★ 4.8 (11) • 100+ booked
From € 153.19
Kamikochi One-day Summer & Autumn Tour
Tours • From Kanazawa

Kamikochi One-day Summer & Autumn Tour

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★ 5.0 (3) • New Activity
€ 64.05
JR Thunderbird train ticket (Osaka/Kyoto to Kanazawa)
Rail passes • From Kanazawa

JR Thunderbird train ticket (Osaka/Kyoto to Kanazawa)

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★ 4.6 (615) • 40K+ booked
€ 28.39
JR Hokuriku Area Pass
Rail passes • From Kanazawa

JR Hokuriku Area Pass

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★ 4.8 (506) • 10K+ booked
€ 39.75
JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass
Rail passes • From Takayama

JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass

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★ 4.8 (4,344) • 90K+ booked
€ 112.39
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JR Hokuriku Arch Pass
Rail passes • From Tokyo

JR Hokuriku Arch Pass

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★ 4.7 (2,120) • 60K+ booked
€ 198.65
JR Kansai Hokuriku Area Pass
Rail passes • From Osaka

JR Kansai Hokuriku Area Pass

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★ 4.8 (1,199) • 20K+ booked
€ 107.85
Kanazawa car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
Car rentals • Kanazawa

Kanazawa car rentals | Choose from multiple car models

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1K+ booked
From € 34
Highway Bus from Osaka to Takayama
Buses • Osaka

Highway Bus from Osaka to Takayama

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★ 4.8 (24) • 500+ booked
€ 27.55

Hotels in Kanazawa

Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Hotels • Kanazawa

Hotel Forza Kanazawa

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★ 4.9 (1,004) • 50+ booked
From € 44.61
€ 47.23
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Daiwa Roynet Hotel KANAZAWA MIYABI
Hotels • Kanazawa

Daiwa Roynet Hotel KANAZAWA MIYABI

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★ 4.8 (709)
From € 70.82
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa
Hotels • Kanazawa

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa

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★ 4.8 (1,026) • 50+ booked
From € 68.34
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OMO5 Kanazawa Katamachi by Hoshino Resorts
Hotels • Kanazawa

OMO5 Kanazawa Katamachi by Hoshino Resorts

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★ 4.5 (133) • 50+ booked
From € 62.61
SOKI KANAZAWA
Hotels • Kanazawa

SOKI KANAZAWA

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★ 4.7 (1,119) • 50+ booked
From € 69.69
Onyado Nono Kanazawa
Hotels • Kanazawa

Onyado Nono Kanazawa

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★ 4.6 (946)
From € 87.63
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Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
Hotels • Kanazawa

Tokyu Stay Kanazawa

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★ 4.9 (879)
From € 40.91
€ 40.94
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the square hotel KANAZAWA
Hotels • Kanazawa

the square hotel KANAZAWA

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★ 4.6 (871)
From € 39.01
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HOTEL AMANEK Kanazawa
Hotels • Kanazawa

HOTEL AMANEK Kanazawa

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★ 4.5 (707)
From € 72.04
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KOKO HOTEL Kanazawa Station
Hotels • Kanazawa

KOKO HOTEL Kanazawa Station

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★ 4.7 (737)
From € 27.00
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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kanazawa-eki Nishiguchi
Hotels • Kanazawa

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kanazawa-eki Nishiguchi

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★ 4.9 (788)
From € 55.51
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Smile Hotel Kanazawa Nishiguchi Ekimae
Hotels • Kanazawa

Smile Hotel Kanazawa Nishiguchi Ekimae

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★ 4.6 (252)
From € 24.14
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Reviews of Kanazawa activities

Usuario de Klook
2026-07-04 14:03:23
Fantastic 5.0
Hotel location: 10 minutes from the station and next to the market. Quite good. Service: Very friendly and attentive, excellent treatment. Cleanliness: Everything was super clean, tidy, and perfect. Transportation access: Metro entrance right in front. Bus service very close, and the train and bus station are just about a ten-minute walk away.
Thuc ***********
2026-04-02 01:14:31
Fantastic 5.0
great location in between Kanazawa station, central shopping and dining area and tourist attractions. staff was friendly and helpful
Klook User
2026-06-05 04:16:00
Fantastic 5.0
the best hotel!! the staff were so nice and helpful. The hotel is beautifully and aesthetically decorated, the breakfast is delicious and varied, and the rooms are amazing!
吳 **
2026-08-03 12:56:03
Fantastic 5.0
This hotel is very thoughtful and has a large public bath, though it's enclosed. It's very close to Xikou Station, just around the corner. The service is standard and all amenities are available for self-service on the first floor. If the price is good, I would choose to stay here again.
Wong ***
2026-06-07 23:46:39
Fantastic 5.0
The hotel is about a 5-minute walk from Kanazawa Station, making it incredibly convenient to explore Kanazawa by bus from the station. Although the hotel seems a bit older, the rooms appear to have been renovated and are very clean. As for breakfast, unlike typical hotels that only offer traditional Japanese and Western options, this hotel's breakfast is more like a high-end Western restaurant, even featuring ice cream and a chocolate fountain. The next time I visit Kanazawa, this hotel will definitely be my first choice.
HUANG ********
2026-06-29 14:37:43
Fantastic 5.0
Clean and comfortable, the room was a good size, not too small. They offer late-night chazuke (rice with tea) and snacks, which is a nice touch. Although there's a bus stop a 2-minute walk from the hotel, it can be difficult to catch a bus during rush hour. It's not very close to Kanazawa Station; it takes about 10 minutes total by bus and walking.
YY **
2026-05-26 00:44:55
Fantastic 5.0
a minimalistic muji-vibes hotel so well kept that it seems like it was built yesterday. bed was big compared to the usual. public bath was a delightful touch. fantastic location right opposite Omicho Market and ~15 min walk from the Kanazawa station.
Cynthia **********
2026-04-27 15:53:06
Great 4.0
Good and clean hotel. Very nice and polite staff. Parking is limited. They provide an alternative (relatively cheap 1.400 24h) but you have to walk 4 min.
林 **
2026-06-19 10:06:11
Fantastic 5.0
It's very close to Kanazawa Station, making it convenient for dining and shopping. The room is spacious enough to open two 28-inch suitcases. On the first day, two bottles of mineral water were provided, but on the second and third nights, the room wasn't cleaned and no water was given, though other amenities were replenished.

Kanazawa at a glance

When is the busiest time for Kanazawa activities?

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Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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Typical
-100%
Busiest +164%
Jan
+97%
Feb
-4%
Mar
-4%
Apr
-57%
May
-54%
Jun
-83%
Jul
-87% Quietest
Aug
-81%
Sep
-70%
Oct
+47%
Nov
+91%
Dec

Demand peaks in January, when bookings are about 164% above a typical month, while August is the quietest, roughly 87% below a typical month — book early for January and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Kanazawa cheapest?

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Avg $122 Priciest $201 Cheapest $19
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in June at around USD 19, roughly 91% below July’s peak prices, so travelling in June can save you significantly compared with the priciest month. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

2 daysLast-minute
11 daysTypical
27 daysEarly

Most travellers from Malaysia book about 11 days ahead, with some booking as late as 2 days before and early planners at about 27 days — allow extra lead time if you’re visiting in January. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Kanazawa

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 181.49JPY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Cherry blossom viewing

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Kanazawa

Quick overview of Kanazawa and what to expect

Kanazawa draws most interest for attraction passes, organised tours and cultural experiences, and Klook booking patterns show a clear seasonal rhythm through the year. Visitor demand spikes in January and falls to a low in August, so the city alternates between busy winter peaks and a much quieter late-summer period.

When to visit and how prices move

According to Klook booking data, January is the busiest month while August sees the weakest demand. Prices, however, peak in July and are typically lowest in June — the two do not line up exactly, so summer can feel mixed: crowd levels drop by August but prices stay high around July before falling into June. For lower prices and smaller crowds, plan for June or August; if you want peak-season atmosphere and the highest activity, aim for January.

Tips for travellers from Malaysia

Most travellers from Malaysia typically book about 11 days ahead, with some last-minute bookings possible a couple of days before travel and early planners booking around four weeks ahead. If you travel flexibly, many experiences can still be arranged shortly before departure, but for popular dates in January consider booking earlier; use Klook to compare available attraction passes and tours and lock in the options that fit your schedule.

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