Ishikawa-Free Things to Do

Looking out to Mt. Hakusan beyond the cityscape

Kanazawa

Observatories

Ishikawa Prefectural Government 19th Floor Observation Lobby

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Enjoy views of Kanazawa’s cityscape and night scenery from the top floor of the prefectural office.

Kanazawa

Tourist Attractions

Drum Gate and Hospitality Dome (Kanazawa Station)

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A new Kanazawa landmark filled with the spirit of hospitality and popular as a photo spot.

JR Kanazawa Station

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The gateway to sightseeing in Kanazawa, with an impressive modern design filled with hospitality.

The building spans 45m both ways with a height of 19m, spanning three floors, and has won numerous architectural awards from Japan and abroad.

Kanazawa

Museums

Kanazawa Umimirai Library

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Selected as one of the "Top 25 Most Beautiful Public Libraries in the World", this is the city's fourth largest library.

Ishikawa-mon gate was rebuilt in Tenmei 8 (1788).
(photo courtesy of Ishikawa Prefecture Tourism League)

Kanazawa

Parks & Gardens

Kanazawa Castle Park

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A castle reminds us of the past prosperity of Kaga Hyakumangoku.

Ishikawa Aviation Plaza

A wonderland of skies and science where you can get hands-on with real aircraft and learn through experience.

Easy to explore during the day when the street is pedestrian-only

Kanazawa

Shopping Streets

Kanazawa Tate-machi Shopping Street

A lively street lined with Approx. 150 unique shops.

Sheer mechanical glory at the super-large dump truck "930E"!

Ishikawa

Experiences Facilities

Komatsu no Mori

Sheer power and great mining machines at this historic site! Try your hand and step up at this rare chance.

Enshrined in a scenic, nature-rich setting surrounded by mountains and the sea

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Shrines & Temples

Ataka Sumiyoshi Shrine

Japan’s only guardian deity for overcoming major challenges-worth visiting at life’s turning points.

From late March to early April, the cherry blossoms along the embankment are in full bloom

Ishikawa

Nature Spots

Junigataki Falls

Delicate cherry blossoms blooming beside a waterfall that cascades down in 12 streams.

A spacious park golf course with lake views (18 permanent courses)

Ishikawa

Parks & Gardens

Kibagata Park

An outdoor-packed destination, the prefecture’s only natural waterside park.

A grassy plaza where you can relax and enjoy leisure time

Ishikawa

Parks & Gardens

Shibayamagata Lakeside Park

Take in a seven-color-changing lake at a glance! A relaxing park that also draws cherry blossom viewers in spring.

The beauty of the autumn tree-lined road, glowing golden, is exceptional

Ishikawa

Tourist Attractions

Taiyogaoka Metasequoia Avenue

An Approx. 1.7 km metasequoia-lined road painted in golden leaves.

Ishikawa : Free Things to Do

Ishikawa Prefectural Government 19th Floor Observation Lobby

Drum Gate and Hospitality Dome (Kanazawa Station)

Strolling around Ishikawa's「Kanazawa station」, the most beautiful station in the world.~Kanazawa station, Ohmicho ichiba(market), Oyama shrine~

JR Kanazawa Station

Kanazawa Umimirai Library

Kanazawa Castle Park

First-Time Guide to Kenrokuen Garden: A 60-Minute Model Course for Scenic Views and Photo Spots

Stroll around the aesthetically pleasing and spacious Kanazawa Castle Park.

Ishikawa Aviation Plaza

Kanazawa Tate-machi Shopping Street

Komatsu no Mori

Ataka Sumiyoshi Shrine

Junigataki Falls

Kibagata Park

Shibayamagata Lakeside Park

Taiyogaoka Metasequoia Avenue