Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1SGD = 125.82JPY
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)
Booked 42 times today
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★ 4.8
(470) • 9K+ booked
S$ 113.65
Tours • From Kanazawa
One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa
English guided
Free cancellation
★ 4.8
(67) • 1K+ booked
S$ 158.99
Attraction passes • Kanazawa
Kenrokuen Garden Admission Ticket
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★ 4.6
(11) • 600+ booked
S$ 2.55
Tours • From Kanazawa, Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto
Shirakawago and Kanazawa Day Tour and optional bullet train
English guided
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★ 4.7
(48) • 700+ booked
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S$ 101.95
Tours • From Nagoya
Nagoya World Heritage Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa Castle 2-Day Tour
Free cancellation
★ 4.6
(69) • 2K+ booked
S$ 196.75
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Tours • From Kanazawa
World Heritage Shirakawa-go and KanazawaTour by Professional guide
English guided
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★ 4.9
(160) • 2K+ booked
S$ 143.09
Tours • Kanazawa
Kanazawa Samurai & Geisha Walk with 2 Craft Studio Visits and Lunch
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English guided
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50+ booked
S$ 111.29
Tours • From Kanazawa
Noto Peninsula Full-Day Exploration with 8 Scenic Spots
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S$ 157.99
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Tours • Kanazawa
Kanazawa Private & Personalized Hidden Gems Walking Tour
Private tour
Small group
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
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★ 4.8
(42) • 400+ booked
S$ 82.55
Summer deal
Cultural experiences • Kanazawa
VASARA Kimono and Yukata Rental in Kanazawa
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English guided
7+ hrs
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★ 4.8
(55) • 1K+ booked
S$ 34.79
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Tours • Kanazawa
Shirakawa-go UNESCO Heritage Winter Tour
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Private tour
Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
★ 3.0
(2) • 50+ booked
S$ 159.95
Attraction passes • Kanazawa
Kanazawa Castle Park Admission Ticket
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100+ booked
S$ 2.55
Transport in Kanazawa
Rail passes • From Kanazawa
JR Thunderbird train ticket (Osaka/Kyoto to Kanazawa)
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★ 4.6
(603) • 30K+ booked
S$ 38.95
S$ 39.75
Summer deal
S$ 54.55
S$ 55.65
Summer deal
Rail passes • From Takayama
JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass
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★ 4.8
(4,338) • 80K+ booked
S$ 157.39
JPY2,800 off
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S$ 278.19
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Rail passes • From Osaka
JR Kansai Hokuriku Area Pass
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★ 4.8
(1,194) • 20K+ booked
S$ 148.05
S$ 151.05
Car rentals • Kanazawa
Kanazawa car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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S$ 66.70
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Buses • Osaka
Highway Bus from Osaka to Takayama
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★ 4.8
(24) • 500+ booked
S$ 39.75
Hotels in Kanazawa
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Reviews of Kanazawa activities
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
Lincoln ***
2026-02-15 03:36:03
Fantastic 5.0
Conveniently situated nearby a lot of unique stores like a german bakery. The ambiance is also nice.
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.
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!
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.
Joshua ***********
2026-01-27 12:14:29
Fantastic 5.0
I had a great stay at Hotel Wing International Kanazawa Eki-Mae. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and had all the amenities I needed. I also appreciated their eco-friendly practices, which was a nice touch.
The location is very convenient, just a short walk from Kanazawa Station, making it easy to get around. The only small challenge was getting there with large luggage during my stay because the snow on the roads was quite heavy.
A nice bonus was the free hot drinks available in the lobby, which were especially welcome in the cold weather. Overall, a solid, affordable and comfortable choice if you want to stay near the station.
Leung *******
2026-01-21 16:00:28
Fantastic 5.0
The hotel staff is professional. I carelessly left my card case on the Shinkansen (bullet train), and the staff enthusiastically helped me make phone calls to inquire about it. Both the morning and evening shift staff were great. Luckily, the Shinkansen staff also helped me find it. I was very surprised and happy, and I am grateful to the staff at Soki Hotel. The rooms are also very simple and comfortable, very 'wabisabi'. The only drawback is that the rooms have carpets, which easily absorb the odors from the previous guest. It would be better if it were wooden flooring. There is a large public bath with 5 showering stalls; the space is average. You can see how crowded it is on TV. The laundry room, water dispenser, and smoking room are all located on the 2nd floor, which is very convenient.
劉 **
2026-05-17 09:23:18
Fantastic 5.0
We stayed in a deluxe twin room this time. The room was spacious and the beds were very comfortable. We chose this hotel specifically because it had a washing machine in the room. If I had to pick a downside, it would be the limited seating for breakfast, which meant waiting in line when it was busy.
Klook 用戶
2026-03-13 07:05:27
Fantastic 5.0
The room has a full-body massage chair! The lobby has a comfortable lounge area for relaxing and recharging, and amenities like toothbrushes and lotion are provided. Coffee, juice, and other beverages are also self-serve. You can store your luggage before and after check-in, and it's less than a five-minute walk from the station, exiting from the West Exit, which is super convenient!
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