Higashiyama Travel Guide
Kanazawa
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Popular places to visit
Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum
You can study the exhibits at Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Ochaya Shima
You can study the exhibits at Ochaya Shima, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Utasu Shrine
Utasu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Kanazawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Kaikarō
You can browse the exhibits at Kaikarō, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Tokuda Shusei Kinenkan Museum
You can study the exhibits at Tokuda Shusei Kinenkan Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Ume no Hashi Bridge
Learn about the local history of Kanazawa when you spend time at Ume no Hashi Bridge. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Kanazawa: Family-Friendly Kimono& Yukata Experience at WARGO
Exclusive Kanazawa Craft Bonsai Experience with Black Tile Pot
Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Higashiyama
Rashiku Kanazawa
"The hotel is located right in the old Chaya district, steps away from the historic buildings and tea houses and shops. It's also a short distance from famous Rokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and the Nagamachi Samurai district. The hotel looks new and is super clean. The staff are very helpful and ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
SOKI KANAZAWA
"Very nice interior with traditional elements in modern style. They have a nice public bath, there are laundry facilities and the staff are professional, friendly and super helpful. Location is directly next to Omicho Market. Kanazawa Castle and Kenroku-en Garden are within easy walking distance"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
"Easy to get to and conveniently located"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
"The bedroom and bathroom was very spacious. Great location."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA
"La taille de la chambre était excellente."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Nikko Kanazawa
"Great position, lovely staff, drink vouchers per night. Disappointed in the buffet dinner."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama
Higashi Chaya District
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashi Chaya District. You might want to make time for a stop at Higashi Chaya District or Ochaya Shima.
Higashiyama-Higashi
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashiyama-Higashi. You might want to make time for a stop at Higashi Chaya District or Tokuda Shusei Kinenkan Museum.
Downtown Kanazawa
While visiting Downtown Kanazawa, you might make a stop by sights like Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle.
Korinbo
Korinbo might not have many top sights, but Shiinoki Cultural Complex and Nomura Samurai House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Nagamachi Samurai District
If you're spending some time in Nagamachi Samurai District, Nomura Samurai House and Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Hirooka
Though Hirooka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ishikawa Ongakudo and Omicho Market.
