Ishiura Shrine / 101 vermilion torii gates Kanazawa Station, in Ishikawa Prefecture, is about 2 hours and 30 minutes from Tokyo Station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen Line, and is famous for its main entrance, the Kozutsumon Gate, which was completed in 2005 and was designed to resemble a drumstick. There is a wide range of spots for people of all ages to enjoy, from the castle town area with its historic Edo period atmosphere to a lively market featuring local fish from the prefecture and an art museum exhibiting modern art.
The sightseeing spots are relatively close to the station and can be easily visited by using the Hokutetsu Bus! In this issue, we will introduce seven classic sightseeing spots around Kanazawa Station.
5 minutes by bus from Kanazawa Station] 300 years have passed since the market was established! Kanazawa Citizens' Kitchen, Omimachi Market
Omimachi Market It has been 300 years since the era of the feudal government. The market has flourished along with the development of Kanazawa as the kitchen of Kanazawa citizens with the changing times. About 170 stores specializing in fresh fish, vegetables, fruits, etc., as well as restaurants, line the streets in the Omemachi Market. Kanazawa is also famous for its fresh seafood! There are many stores in the market that specialize in fish. How about tasting local foods in a way that is unique to the area?
Omimachi Market has an arcade, so even if it is raining, it is a safe spot to enjoy without getting wet.
50 Kami-omi-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Access
Approx. 15 min. walk from Kanazawa Station
From JR Kanazawa Station, take the Hokutetsu Bus to Musashi Ketsuji/Omi-machi Ichiba.
10 minutes by bus from Kanazawa Station】Try the gold leaf soft serve ice cream! Higashi Chaya-gai
Gold leaf soft ice cream Ishikawa Prefecture was the site of gold and silver leaf leafing when Lord Maeda Toshiie, the founder of the Kaga Domain, ruled Kanazawa. Today, it is said that gold leaf production accounts for 99% of the domestic market share.
Among them, we recommend the gold leaf soft serve ice cream, which allows you to eat and feel gold leaf. The soft serve ice cream is also dressed up with gold leaf! The soft serve ice cream looks as if it is dressed in a luxurious costume, and when you eat it, your mouth will sparkle as well. Although the gold leaf has no flavor, the rich soft serve ice cream is one that you cannot help but enjoy. Please try it!
You can also have gold leaf soft serve ice cream at Higashi Chaya-gai and Kanazawa Station. Please try to compare them. If you want to enjoy Kanazawa even with sweets, this is a great spot for you! If you want to enjoy Kanazawa even with sweets, this is the perfect spot for you.
Higashiyama 1-chome, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Access
5 min. walk from Hashiba-cho bus stop by Hokutetsu Bus from JR Kanazawa Station.
10 min. by bus from Kanazawa Stn! Kanazawa's oldest shrine, Ishiura Shrine
Colorful good luck charms at Ishiura Shrine Ishiura Shrine is located near Kenrokuen Garden and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa. It is the oldest shrine in Kanazawa and is popular, especially among young women, as it is said to bring good luck in marriage, since it is said that "everything comes full circle" when you visit the shrine.
The shrine's precincts are lined with 101 vermilion torii gates, each about 50 meters long. Between the torii gates and the omikuji tunnel, colorful lanterns are decorated. The scene is like a balloon floating in the air. It is a new Kanazawa power spot and a popular reflection spot!
A short walk from Hirozaka (Ishiura-jinja-mae) bus stop by Hokutetsu Bus from JR Kanazawa Station
10 min. by bus from Kanazawa Station] Remnants of the old castle town, Naga-machi Bukeyashiki (samurai residences).
Ruins of Naga-machi Samurai Residence The Naga-machi Buke Yashiki (samurai residence) site is located near Korinbo, Kanazawa's downtown area. Here and there you can see remnants of the old earthen walls and cobblestone streets where samurai lived during the feudal era. The town layout remains as it was on an old map made in the Edo period, and the irrigation water that flowed through this area supported logistics from the port and provided an essential water source for daily life. Just by turning off one street from the downtown area, you can enjoy an atmosphere as if you have stepped back in time to the Edo period.
It is a very popular spot among overseas visitors.
Kanazawa Choumachi 1-chome, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Access
From JR Kanazawa Station, take the Hokutetsu Bus to Korinbo and walk 5 minutes.
15 min. by bus from Kanazawa Station] Kanazawa Castle Park, a symbol of Kanazawa's tourist attractions.
Photo courtesy of Ishikawa Tourism Federation Kanazawa Castle Park is located not far from Kenrokuen Garden. It was rebuilt in 1788. The Ishikawa Gate, the storehouse of armory completed in 1848, and the Sanjuken row houses are designated as important cultural properties. The Hishi Yagura, Gojyumen Nagaya, and Hashizume-mon continuation Yagura in Kanazawa Castle Park are particularly recommended spots!
The exterior features lead tiles and sea squirt fences, and is said to be the largest wooden castle building in Japan built after the Meiji period! The stone drop tower and the gun narrower for warfare can also be seen, indicating that it played an important role in defending the castle!
You will never get tired of visiting this historical spot no matter how many times you visit.
1-1 Marunouchi, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Access
From JR Kanazawa Station, take the Hokutetsu Bus to "Kenrokuen-shita/Kanazawa Castle". 5 minutes walk from Kanazawa Castle bus stop.
20 min. by bus from Kanazawa Stn.
Ishikawa Prefectural Library Ishikawa Prefectural Library opened on July 16, 2022. The beauty of the building and the power of the interior make it "look like it could be in a movie! The area is divided into four major areas: east, west, north, south, and west. The area is divided into four major sections, east, west, north, south, and west, and is color-coded according to "Kaga Gosai," which is well-known for Kutani ware.
The museum is also characterized by the various shapes of chairs throughout the building. The number of chairs is said to be as many as 500! They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and are placed in various locations. You can find your favorite chair according to your mood and spend a relaxing time.
This is the perfect spot for those who are tired of walking around during sightseeing but want to take their time and enjoy Kanazawa.
2-43-1 Kodatsuno, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Access
Take the Hokutetsu Bus from JR Kanazawa Station and get off at "Ishikawa Prefectural Library" or "Sakiura/Prefectural Library Exit".
20 min. by bus from Kanazawa Stn. Kanazawa Museum of Life
Kanazawa Museum of Life (exterior)When you think of art museums in Kanazawa, the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa and the National Crafts Museum are probably the first two that come to mind. The Museum of Life in Kanazawa, which can be reached on foot from both museums, is a perfect spot for those who want to take their time and enjoy their time in Kanazawa.
The Kanazawa Museum of Life is a former junior high school building built in 1897, and is now a nationally designated Important Cultural Property. The exterior of the building, with its intricate roof, porch, and raised windows, is in the style of Western-style wooden school buildings of the Meiji period, and the white color scheme gives the building a retro feel! It is a hidden spot in Kanazawa that is sure to be a good photo-op. It is a hidden spot in Kanazawa that is sure to be a photo-worthy spot.
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Location
3-31 Tobiume-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Access
From JR Kanazawa Station, take the Hokutetsu Bus to Ishibiki-cho bus stop . 1 minute walk from the bus stop.
First-time visitors to Kanazawa will not be disappointed!
In this issue, we introduced eight sightseeing spots around Kanazawa Station that can be visited by bus. Were there any spots you would like to visit? The sightseeing spots in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, are so well organized that you can tour the main spots by bus, so even first-time visitors to Kanazawa can enjoy sightseeing with ease.
New spots are being opened one after another! Why don't you visit Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, where you will never get bored no matter how many times you visit? The contents and services in this article are subject to change. *All images are for reference only. *Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions. Please check the official website, etc. beforehand for the latest travel time. For reservations of train + accommodation "Ishikawa area", please refer to [ JR East View Dynamic Rail Package ]
