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Looking for recommendations in Kanazawa, Japan? Add these authentic cultural experiences, activities, and sightseeing spots to your itinerary. From geisha to samurai, tea ceremonies to edible gold leaf ice cream, traditional Japanese gardens to Zen Buddhist inspired architecture, this “Little Kyoto” has it all.

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One Night in Kanazawa: 24 Hours in the City of Gold

Sightseeing & Travel

Only one night in Kanazawa planned and don't know where to go? No problem! Here's our recommended walking itinerary for enjoying Kanazawa, Japan in 24 hours!
Shirakawago & Beyond: Farm Villages of the Japanese Alps

Day Trips from Kanazawa

From the convenient and historic castle town of Kanazawa, visiting Shirakawago and other Japanese mountain farm villages is any easy trek and a winter must.
Events In and Around Kanazawa, a Masterlist

Seasons, Events, & Festivals

Hoping to catch a festival or just want to know what to do in Kanazawa while you're here? Here's our ever-updating masterlist of events for you!
Eating Kanazawa: Hiroshi’s Favorite Sushi

Drinking, Dining & Café

Kanazawa's sushi restaurants are well-known for their quality and selection, but at which should you dine? Hiroshi gives us his best sushi recommendations.

freshly cooked fish cake dumplings in dashi

A Kanazawa Cooking Class: From Fish Market to the Kitchen

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A Kanazawa Cooking Class: From Fish Market to the Kitchen

Art & Culture

We’ve talked a bit about Kanazawa’s famous fish and shopping market before: Hiroshi gave us his recommended spots to sample as you go in Omicho. It’s excellent if you like touring solo or with a traveling partner. It̵…