Higashiyama, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0831, Japan
One of Kanazawa's three major geisha districts, featuring beautiful latticed wooden facades.
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.
