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Popular places to visit
Omicho Market
During your visit to Kanazawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omicho Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.
Kenrokuen Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kenrokuen Garden, a lovely green space in Kanazawa. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
You can browse the exhibits at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Nagamachi District. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Kanazawa Vacations
Discovering the real essence of Kanazawa begins with knowing the little details. Are you ready to learn just where this unique place is and what attractions you should explore?
This city is located about 180 miles (290 kilometers) to the west of the national capital, Tokyo, and 20 miles (32 kilometers) northeast of Komatsu.
Forget the big-name sights — it's the locals that make a place tick. In this part of Ishikawa, you'll find 460,000 of them.
Places to visit in Kanazawa
Explore the time-worn chambers, halls and corridors of Kanazawa Castle. This mighty structure offers an educational day trip for both adults and children. Like some more ideas? Pack your favorite novel, find a secluded patch of grass and relax in the revitalizing garden air at Kenrokuen Garden. But that's not all. Built to honor the gods, temples offer visitors an eye-opening glimpse into another way of life. Learn about the local belief system and wander around the spiritual monument of Myoryuji Temple.Where do you fly into for Kanazawa?
Pull on your headphones and watch a couple of in-flight flicks. Before you know it, you'll land at Komatsu Airport (KMQ). It's about 18 miles (29 kilometers) to the southwest from the heart of Kanazawa.Frequently asked questions
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