The DT Suzuki Museum commemorates the life and work of Suzuki Daisetz Teitaro. Located in the area of Kanazawa where he was born, this small museum showcases his life and work, often cited for his role in introducing Japanese Zen philosophy and teaching to Western audiences. Throughout his life he relentless studied Buddhism and translated many classical works from Korea, Vietnam and China to deepen his knowledge of the Mahayana tradition. The idea of Zen as a philosophy emphasizes the importance of performing mundane tasks as way to achieve enlightenment, meaning that every person, even the most ordinary, can achieve enlighten in their own way.

The architecture of the museum reflects those teachings through tranquil, uncluttered lines and structures. Located on the backside of Kenrokuen and Kanazawa Castle, a visit to the museum can easily be incorporated into a day spent exploring Kanazawa’s most enjoyable attractions. There are rooms for you to read his works in various languages with nice views of nature. The central pool also has many angles to observe it from so you can deepen your thoughts and find your own peace in your own way.

Kanazawa is quite friendly for those who are walking around the city and there are many sites that are within a 5-20 minute walk of Kanazawa Castle. It directly adjoins Shofukaku Garden at the back which also is near to the daimyo villa of Seisonkaku and Ishiura shrine, famous for its pond and tunnel of torii gates. The Higashichaya Teahouse District, Oyama Shrine, 21st Century Museum, Kenrokuen Park and Kazuemachi Geisha District are all also within a comfortable walk and help you dive even deeper into this fascinating city.

Are you interested in a guided tour around this beautiful city? See the geisha district, DT Suzuki Museum, Ishiura Shrine and as well as experience Kanazawa gold leaf, sweets making and throwing ninja stars and all in one day!

KANAZAWA EXPERIENCES WALKING TOUR / January through November

1 Day Tour

Kanazawa Walking Tour: Experience Gold Leaf, Japanese Sweets and Ninja Stars
Period	All Year Round
Time	08:30 – 17:00
Meeting Place	Kanazawa Station
Adult Rate	¥20,800
Child Rate	¥16,700

The wealth of the Kaga domain was the greatest of all the daimyo and that shows in the art and culture that was produced in Kanazawa over the course of the Edo period. These traditions are still alive in the city today and you can try them out for yourself. The art of gold leaf is a special one to Kanazawa, which is 99% of Japan’s production. Here you can experience the craft for yourself and make a plate with gold leaf elements on it. If Japanese sweets are your things, on the tour you will make the sweets that go the best with maccha, wagashi. Finally, you will get to try ninja throwing stars and needles. There is something for everyone to enjoy as you walk around the city and see parts that are not as commonly explored.