Kanazawa Cultural Walk

Kenroku Garden is one of Japan's three most celebrated gardens located in Kanazawa. This strolling garden was meticulously created over many years by the Maeda clan, rulers of the Kaga Domain.

The snow-laden rope supports, or 'yukitsuri,' are Kenroku Garden's signature feature. The cone-shaped ropes that protect tree branches from winter snow are strikingly artistic.

Higashi Chaya District is the largest of Kanazawa's three geisha districts and is designated as an Important Traditional Building Preservation District.

The teahouse Shima is designated as a National Important Cultural Property and open to visitors. The view of the chaya district from the second-floor guest room is exceptional.

The 21st Century Museum of Art, Kanazawa is a contemporary art museum built on the concept of "a museum like a park open to the city." Its circular building features glass walls throughout, allowing entry from any direction with an open, welcoming design.

Leandro Erlich's "Swimming Pool" is the museum's most popular artwork. Looking up from the pool's bottom, you can see people reflected through the water's surface—a fascinating optical experience. With many Instagram-worthy installations, you can enjoy the museum even without art expertise.

The Nomura House is a historic samurai residence located in Kanazawa's Nagamachi samurai district, now open to the public.

Its most captivating feature is the exquisite Japanese garden, which has been ranked 3rd in a prestigious American gardening magazine's Japanese garden rankings.