Nagamachi Samurai District Travel Guide
Kanazawa
Visit Nagamachi Samurai District
Popular places to visit
Omicho Market
During your visit to Kanazawa, you can do some window-shopping at Omicho Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.
Kenrokuen Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kenrokuen Garden, a lovely green space in Kanazawa. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Kanazawa Castle
You can find out about the history of Kanazawa when you stop by Kanazawa Castle. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
You can study the exhibits at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Nagamachi District. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Honda Koen Park
After visiting Honda Koen Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kanazawa. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Things to do
Kanazawa: Family-Friendly Kimono& Yukata Experience at WARGO
Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Color
Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour
1-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago
Kanazawa Half-day Historical Walking Tour
Top hotels in Nagamachi Samurai District
SOKI KANAZAWA
Onsen was very relaxing
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Room was spacious for Tokyo, and great quality for the price. Staff was helpful and spoke fluent English.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA
Great hotel in central Kanazawa, I was able to walk to everything I wanted to see, including Omicho Market where I had lunch every day! Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
The property was clean and perfectly located within walking distance to all the major sites of interest. Breakfast buffet was good and the staff were polite and helpful. Would stay there again
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Nikko Kanazawa
Amazing hotel. Breakfast one of the best!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
Excellent staff, amenities etc we used the gym and both bar/restaurants. Great convenient location next to train station and food options
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nagamachi Samurai District
Korinbo
Korinbo might not have many top sights, but Shinise Memorial Hall and Nomura Samurai House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Katamachi
When in Katamachi, you can plan a visit to Nomura Samurai House and Nishi Chaya District, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Kanazawa
While visiting Downtown Kanazawa, you might make a stop by sights like Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle.
Tera-machi Temple Area
Museums and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Tera-machi Temple Area. A stop by Museum of Architecture, Kanazawa is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Hirooka
Though Hirooka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Omicho Market and Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum.
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.
