TripSmithKanazawa
A curated guide to Kanazawa, Japan: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.
What to see
- Tsuzumi-mon Gate 4.5★ (2,600 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- D.T. Suzuki Museum 4.5★ (2,300 reviews) · Museum
- Kenroku-en 4.4★ (37,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Nagamachi Samurai District 4.3★ (4,900 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Kanazawa Castle Park 4.3★ (12,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Higashi Chaya District 4.2★ (23,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Myouryuji (Ninja Temple) 4.2★ (4,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction
- Omicho Market 4.0★ (19,000 reviews) · Fresh food market
Where to eat
- Kourin Sushi 4.7★ (1,400 reviews) · Sushi
- Daishogun Kanazawaten 4.9★ (987 reviews) · Izakaya
- Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café 4.6★ (1,100 reviews) · Cafe
- Sushi Sukiyaki Tempura Restaurant Akamechan 4.9★ (760 reviews) · Sushi
- Tile 4.6★ (903 reviews) · Seafood donburi restaurant
- Kitchen Hana 4.8★ (551 reviews) · Syokudo and Teishoku restaurant
- Kaikodo coffee Kanazawa Japan 4.9★ (311 reviews) · Coffee shop
- Higashide Coffee 4.4★ (768 reviews) · Coffee shop
Where to drink
- FURANSU COCKTAIL BAR フランス 4.9★ (569 reviews) · Bar
- GREENPUBLIC KANAZAWA 5.0★ (319 reviews) · Hookah bar
- GRAND BLUE ~casual bar~ 5.0★ (193 reviews) · Bar
- Music Bar Mashout 5.0★ (135 reviews) · Bar
- Bar W【ダブル】 5.0★ (93 reviews) · Bar
A sample 3-day shape
Day 1
- Morning: Tsuzumi-mon Gate
- Afternoon: Nagamachi Samurai District
- Dinner: Kourin Sushi
- Nightcap: FURANSU COCKTAIL BAR フランス
Day 2
- Morning: D.T. Suzuki Museum
- Afternoon: Kanazawa Castle Park
- Dinner: Daishogun Kanazawaten
- Nightcap: GREENPUBLIC KANAZAWA
Day 3
- Morning: Kenroku-en
- Afternoon: Higashi Chaya District
- Dinner: Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café
- Nightcap: GRAND BLUE ~casual bar~
This is a starting shape — plan your own Kanazawa trip →
Frequently asked
How many days do you need in Kanazawa?
With 22 notable sights and 20 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.