Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1PLN = 40.43JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
APR
Cherry blossom viewing
Recommended trip duration
2 days

Kanazawa
A visit to the attractions in Kanazawa entails a historical discovery of Japan's unique heritage. In every corner and district, this northwestern city in Ishikawa Prefecture boasts picturesque streetscapes and well-preserved relics dating back to the Edo Period. One of its finest attractions, Kanazawa Castle, draws tourists and locals to explore its restored grandeur, all the way to the towering Hashizume-mon gate, and into the serene gardens of Kenroku-en. Celebrated as one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, the beauty of Kenroku-en blooms under any season. Nearby, rows of teahouses adorn the Higashi Chaya District, where geishas continue to entertain and retain traditional practices.
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Tours • From Kanazawa
Shirakawa-go & Gokayama or Hida Takayama Bus Tour (From Kanazawa)
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4.8 / 5
(499) • 10K+ booked
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PLN 353.75
Attraction passes • Kanazawa
Kenrokuen Garden Admission Ticket
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4.8 / 5
(20) • 1K+ booked
PLN 7.95
Tours • From Kanazawa
One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa
English guided
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4.8 / 5
(75) • 1K+ booked
PLN 494.75
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Tours • From Kanazawa, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto
Shirakawago and Kanazawa Day Tour and optional bullet train
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English guided
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4.6 / 5
(58) • 1K+ booked
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PLN 247.55
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Tours • From Kanazawa
World Heritage Shirakawa-go and KanazawaTour by Professional guide
English guided
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4.9 / 5
(163) • 2K+ booked
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PLN 445.29
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Tours • From Kanazawa
Shirakawago & Takayama Full Day Tour from Kanazawa
English guided
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4.8 / 5
(11) • 100+ booked
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PLN 687.69
Cultural experiences • Kanazawa
VASARA Kimono and Yukata Rental in Kanazawa
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English guided
7+ hrs
4.9 / 5
(67) • 1K+ booked
PLN 108.29
Sale 30% off
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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 / 5
(27) • 300+ booked
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PLN 692.65
Attraction passes • Kanazawa
Kanazawa Castle Park Admission Ticket
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5.0 / 5
(5) • 300+ booked
PLN 7.95
Tours • From Kanazawa
Noto Peninsula Full-Day Exploration with 8 Scenic Spots
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4.3 / 5
(3)
PLN 491.65
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Tours • From Kanazawa
1 Day Tour from Kanazawa: Kurobe Gorge and Unazuki Onsen
English guided
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4.7 / 5
(6) • 50+ booked
PLN 692.65
Tours • From Nagoya
Nagoya World Heritage Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa Castle 2-Day Tour
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4.6 / 5
(69) • 2K+ booked
PLN 735.95
Transport in Kanazawa
Rail passes • From Kanazawa
JR Thunderbird train ticket (Osaka/Kyoto to Kanazawa)
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4.6 / 5
(622) • 40K+ booked
PLN 123.69
Spring deal
PLN 173.15
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Rail passes • From Takayama
JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass
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4.8 / 5
(4.3K) • 90K+ booked
PLN 489.79
JPY2,800 off
Spring deal
PLN 865.79
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Car rentals • Kanazawa
Kanazawa car hire | Choose from multiple car models
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E-drive
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PLN 173
/day 10% off
Buses • Osaka
Highway Bus from Osaka to Takayama
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4.8 / 5
(24) • 600+ booked
PLN 123.69
Buses • Tokyo
Japan Buses Ticket
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4.5 / 5
(40) • New Activity
PLN 98.95
Buses • Kanazawa
Tokyo - Kanazawa Highway Bus Ticket
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PLN 185.55
Hotels in Kanazawa
Hotels • Kanazawa
OMO5 Kanazawa Katamachi by Hoshino Resorts
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PLN 264.03
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PLN 155.57
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PLN 246.59
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PLN 280.8
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PLN 320.84
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PLN 349.9
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PLN 83.95
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PLN 124.3
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PLN 114.77
Hotels • Kanazawa
Smile Hotel Premium Kanazawa Higashiguchi Ekimae
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4.9 / 5
(364)
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PLN 183.81
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PLN 141.49
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PLN 157.9
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Andre ****
2026-08-29 05:22:08
Fantastic 5.0
The value for money is good. Breakfast was nice, although we would have preferred more options for tourists. Also, breakfast only starts at 7am.
The hotel offers an option to eat at the fish market. The restaurant's quality is very good; it's a good experience.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Lo *********
2026-07-28 04:09:20
Great 4.0
The triple room was quite spacious, but when I asked the front desk for band-aids, they said they were out and hadn't restocked. I asked for three days straight and still didn't get any. Don't you think basic first-aid supplies like band-aids should be readily available? On the last day, they finally gave me two pieces of gauze and some medical tape. It seems like medical emergency supplies should be a basic amenity, right?
Hsiao *******
2026-09-03 11:57:57
Fantastic 5.0
It rained in the mountains, and my shoes got soaking wet and wouldn't dry. Staying at Tokyu Stay Hotel was amazing because, in addition to a washing machine, they also had a shoe dryer! It saved my shoes! I could also wash my dirty clothes. If you've booked breakfast, I recommend going early, as it can get crowded and you might have to wait, but the food is delicious!
he *******
2026-05-23 09:21:04
Fantastic 5.0
good location close to kanazawa Station , shopping and foods
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.
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