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Omicho Fish Market
Located within 15-minutes walk of Kanazawa Station, Omicho Fish Market boasts around 200 shops and vendors selling some of Japan’s best seafood. The history of this market goes back to the aftermath ...Myoryuji (Ninja Temple)
Often referred to as ‘Ninjadera’ or the ‘Ninja Temple’, Myoryuji is a fascinating example of a historical building with lots of hidden secrets. Ostensibly a temple, Myoryuji was also designed as a lo...21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
Conveniently located in the center of many of Kanazawa's cultural institutions such as Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle, the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art is one of Japan’s finest mode...DT Suzuki Museum
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 ro...Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Art
Kanazawa is proud of its rich history and heritage – a culture that its residents regard as equal to that of Tokyo and Kyoto. Located adjacent to the Kenrokuen Garden, the Ishikawa Prefectural Museum...National Crafts Museum
Having relocated from Tokyo to Kanazawa in October 2020, the National Crafts Museum is a welcome addition to the cities growing profile as an arts and crafts center. The only major institute in Japan...Kurando Terashima’s House
The former residence of Kurando Terashima – a middle-class samurai belonging to the Maeda clan – the house was constructed in the second half of the 18th century and offers a glimpse into the life an...Kaga Onsen
The hot spring area of Kaga Onsen is made-up of four towns: Yamashiro, Yamanaka, Awazu and Katayamazu. Boasting a 1300-year history, the region is one of Central Japan’s best known and most popular o...Noto Peninsula
Extending 100 kilometers into the Sea of Japan, Noto Peninsula is relatively isolated region and home to beautiful coastal vistas. A place of tremendous beauty including rugged coasts and lush forest...
