Higashiyama
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.
Higashi Chaya District
Learn about the local history of Kanazawa when you take a trip to Higashi Chaya District. Make time to visit the monuments and shops while you're in the area.
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.
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.
Myōkoku-ji Temple
Myōkoku-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kanazawa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and monuments.
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.
Things to do
Nostalgic Shirakawa-go AM Bus Tour
Kanazawa:Kimono Experience for Kids & Families at WARGO
1-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago
Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Color
Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour
Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Moon
Top hotels in Higashiyama
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
Excellent & convenient location. Staff very friendly & professional.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
SOKI KANAZAWA
Beautiful hotel but challenging to find dinner without a reservation. The gardens are a 20 min walk away. The staff were kind and helpful. The room was well designed but the bed is almost on the floor. Beautiful amenities and an amazing high end Japanese breakfast. Thanks so much for a wonderful ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
CHISUN BUDGET Kanazawa Ekimae
Clean room, very close to public transport hub, close to shopping/eating, staff/service did well to take care of us despite the language barrier. Would recommend staying here to see the best of Kanazawa - underrated
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA
Room was spotless and comfortable. Breakfast was the best we had in Japan. Happy hour was nice. The lounge was comfortable to relax in. Well situated for the sights of Kanazawa and an easy 20 min walk to the station.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Staff were lovely and we so much choice
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa
Easy access to public transits and share rides.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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 Ochaya Shima.
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 Nomura Samurai House and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Nagamachi Samurai District
If you're spending some time in Nagamachi Samurai District, Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum and Nomura Samurai House 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 Omicho Market and Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum.
