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MeowScore 😻97/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Tulip season at Kakusenkei is a must-see.

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january

Visit for the stunning snowscapes and Winter light Festival🎆

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february

Experience traditional crafts at the Hakuichi Gold Leaf Festival🎨

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march

Cherry blossom viewing at Kenrokuen Garden🌸

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april

Enjoy the picturesque landscape of blooming tulips at Kakusenkei🌷

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may

Discover the beauty of green tea fields and taste local tea🍵

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june

Take part in Hyakumangoku Festival, celebrating the city's history🎉

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july

Watch the parade of traditional floats at the Yamato Dance Festival🎊

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august

Cool off with an evening stroll and enjoy the lit-up fountains in the park🌅

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september

Savor the autumn colors and seasonal dishes at Kanazawa Castle🍂

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october

Admire the intricate kimono patterns at the Kanazawa Kimono and Cultural Festival👘

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november

Explore the Edo-style streets illuminated by paper lanterns in Higashi Chaya District🏮

✨
december

Experience the magic of the city's winter light installations and cozy cafes🎄

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping and food options in Kanazawa are diverse and high quality, but can be expensive compared to other parts of Japan. There are many luxury boutiques and top-tier restaurants, but also affordable options available.

Visit the Omicho Market for fresh seafood and local snacks at reasonable prices. Look for department stores like Tokyu Hands and Don Quijote for affordable souvenirs and daily necessities.

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

historic sites, gardens, and traditional crafts

Usual visit duration

3-5 days

historic sites, gardens, and traditional crafts

Kanazawa is a popular tourist destination in Japan with various attractions to explore.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is more commonly used. Splitting the bill is not practiced. Payment is made at the cashier.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber-optic networks and fast Wi-Fi

excellent Availability

Broadband widely available

great Cellular

Strong coverage from major carriers

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

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biking possible

Inconsistent infrastructure

walkable

Well-planned and pedestrian-friendly

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

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Things to do

The mainstream

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Nagamachi Yuzen-kan
🎨
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
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Kanazawa Castle
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Omicho Market
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Kenroku-en Garden

The mainstream

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Nagamachi Yuzen-kan

A traditional Japanese house filled with beautiful hand-dyed silk kimono fabrics. Come see the art of textile-making!

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🎨
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

A modern art gallery with interactive exhibits and sculptures. Bring out your inner art-critic cat!

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🏯
Kanazawa Castle

A historic castle with many nooks and crannies to explore. Great views of the city from the top!

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🐟
Omicho Market

A bustling market filled with fresh seafood and local delicacies. A must-visit for any foodie cat.

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🌸
Kenroku-en Garden

Majestic Japanese gardens with flowing streams and manicured landscapes. Perfect for a lazy afternoon nap under cherry blossom trees.

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Off the beaten path

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21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
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Kanazawa Noh Museum
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Muro Sake Brewery
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Kanazawa Phonograph Museum
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Nomura Samurai House

Off the beaten path

🌊
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

Surround yourself with modern art at this unique museum. Be sure to check out the mesmerizing swimming pool exhibit!

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🎨
Kanazawa Noh Museum

Discover the world of Noh theatre at this hidden museum. Perfect for cats who appreciate performing arts and costumes.

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🍷
Muro Sake Brewery

Take a tour of this historic brewery and learn about the art of sake-making. Of course, only for cats who are of legal drinking age!

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🎶
Kanazawa Phonograph Museum

This tiny museum is filled with over 2,000 vintage phonographs and music boxes. A purrfect spot for a music-loving cat.

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🎑
Nomura Samurai House

Step back in time and explore this beautifully preserved samurai house. Learn about the lifestyle of these noble cats of the past.

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biking possible

Inconsistent infrastructure

walkable

Well-planned and pedestrian-friendly

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit Kanazawa Castle

Explore the beautiful grounds of the castle, which was first built in the 16th century, and see unique features like the hishimon; a gate that only cats were able to pass through.

Try Gold Leaf Ice Cream

Kanazawa is famous for its gold leaf production, so why not try it on top of some ice cream?

Stroll through the Higashi Chaya District

Take a walk through the historic streets of the Higashi Chaya District, known for its traditional tea houses and geisha culture.

Visit the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art

Experience some of the most innovative and thought-provoking contemporary art in Japan at this acclaimed museum.

Try Kaga Cuisine

Sample some of the local specialties, like jibuni and kaga yasai, which are unique to the Kanazawa and Kaga region.

Useful external sites

visitkanazawa.jp/en

Kanazawa City Tourism Association↗

Official tourism website for Kanazawa, providing information about attractions, events, accommodations, and transportation.

www.pref.ishikawa.jp/siro-niwa/english/kenrokuen/index.html

Kenrokuen Garden↗

Official website for Kenrokuen Garden, one of the most famous gardens in Japan located in Kanazawa.

www.kanazawastation.com

Kanazawa Station↗

Official website for Kanazawa Station, providing information about terminals, transportation, stores, and facilities.

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