Sightseeing Japan

131. The City of Kanazawa


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The city of Kanazawa is rich in history and culture, famous for its Edo-era districts and traditional crafts. Join Jason and Paul as they explore the many things to see and do in Kanazawa!

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History

Omicho Market

Oyama Shrine

Nagamachi District: Kanazawa City Ashigaru Museum — Nomura-ke Samurai Residence — Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall — Maeda Tosanokami-ke Shiryokan Museum

Myoryuji (Ninja Temple)

Nishi Chaya District: Ninjabuki Museum — Dolls Museum — Kanazawa Nishi Chaya Museum

South of Kenrokuen: Ishiura Shrine — 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art — Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Art — Kanazawa Nakamura Memorial Museum — National Crafts Museum — Ishikawa Prefectural History Museum — 

Kenrokuen: Seison-kaku — Kanazawa Shrine

Hakuichi Kenrokuen Store

Kanazawa Castle Park

Higashi Chaya District: Geisha House Shima — Kaikaro — Geisha Evenings in Kanazawa

Kanazawa Phonograph Museum

Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum

How to get to/around Kanazawa

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Sightseeing JapanBy Jason Nieling and Paul Bresin

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