- SEP - NOV27°7°
Fall
- DEC - FEB10°1°
Winter
- MAR - MAY22°2°
Spring
- JUN - AUG31°17°
Summer
Top things to do in Kanazawa
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US$ 2.05
Shirakawa-go & Gokayama or Hida Takayama Bus Tour (From Kanazawa)
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(504) • 10K+ booked
US$ 103.99
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Shirakawago and Kanazawa Day Tour and optional bullet train
English guided
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(59) • 1K+ booked
US$ 72.69
One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa
English guided
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(80) • 1K+ booked
US$ 145.39
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World Heritage Shirakawa-go and KanazawaTour by Professional guide
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English guided
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(163) • 2K+ booked
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VASARA Kimono and Yukata Rental in Kanazawa
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English guided
7+ hrs
(68) • 1K+ booked
US$ 30.45
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Shirakawago & Takayama Full Day Tour from Kanazawa
English guided
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Shirakawa-go UNESCO Heritage Winter Tour From Kanazawa
Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
(3) • 50+ booked
US$ 146.30
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From Kanazawa: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Wood Carving Village
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English guided
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(27) • 300+ booked
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Nagoya World Heritage Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa Castle 2-Day Tour
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US$ 188.09
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From Kanazawa: Amaharashi Coast, Big Buddha and Shokawa River Cruise
English guided
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(4) • 50+ booked
US$ 231.19
Transport in Kanazawa
US$ 31.60
Fall deal
US$ 44.15
Fall deal
US$ 221.25
US$ 125.19
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Highway Bus from Osaka to Takayama
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(24) • 600+ booked
US$ 31.60
Fall deal
Kanazawa car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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E-drive
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Hotels in Kanazawa
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Kanazawa travel guide
Reviews of Kanazawa activities
he *******
2026-05-23 09:21:04
good location close to kanazawa Station , shopping and foods
Andre ****
2026-08-29 05:22:08
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.
Klook User
2026-10-16 09:09:28
A city hotel that lives up to the OMO series reputation, where you can't go wrong no matter who you go with. Although it is a bit far from Kanazawa Station, it is close to tourist spots, so it is great to leave your luggage in a locker and go sightseeing.
Lo *********
2026-07-28 04:09:20
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?
Klook User
2026-06-05 04:16:00
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!
Usuario de Klook
2026-07-04 14:03:23
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.
Cheung ***********
2026-09-25 06:28:23
Not too bad, the room is relatively smaller but its still nice. The massage pool is great.
YY **
2026-05-26 00:44:55
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.
HSIAO *******
2026-09-03 11:57:57
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!
Kanazawa at a glance
Quick facts about Kanazawa
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1USD = 158.19JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
JUN
Hyakumangoku Matsuri Festival
OCT - NOV
View autumn leaves at Kenroku-en
APR
Cherry blossom viewing
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Flight time
13 hours
When departing from Los Angeles
What to know before visiting Kanazawa
Quick overview of Kanazawa’s visitor rhythm
Kanazawa draws strong interest for attraction passes, guided tours and cultural experiences, with demand rising and falling through the year. Klook booking data show a clear high point in April and a deep lull in August and September, so the city’s annual rhythm swings between busy spring weeks and much quieter late summer months.
When to visit for atmosphere or lower prices
According to Klook bookings, April is the peak month for visitor demand, while August (and September) see the lowest demand. Prices on Klook trend separately: historically the priciest month was July and the cheapest was June, with prices drifting down through autumn into early winter and hitting lows by June. If you want smaller crowds and generally lower prices, June and the late-summer trough months are best; for peak-season atmosphere and the busiest cultural energy, aim for April. Note that demand peaks in spring while the highest prices often occur slightly earlier in midsummer, so crowd and price patterns don’t line up exactly.
Tips for travellers from the United States
Most experiences in Kanazawa can be booked fairly close to travel—Klook data show travellers typically book around two weeks ahead, with last-minute options available about two days before. If you’re travelling during April’s peak, plan and book a bit earlier (around the two-week mark or sooner) to secure popular tours and cultural activities; for visits in quieter months you can be more flexible and choose from a wider range of options on shorter notice. Use Klook to compare passes, tours and cultural experiences and lock in what matters to you before travel.
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