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.
Omicho Market
During your visit to Kanazawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs 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 culturally rich 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 browse the exhibits at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Nagamachi District. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Higashiyama Hotel Deals
Rashiku Kanazawa
this was a great choice. very walkable. we had great dinners nearby. close to a bus stop. we used Go app for cabs and they were always there within 5 minutes
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Guesthouse Hakuka - Hostel
I had an lovely time staying here. It was a perfect spot as a solo traveler. The area is beautiful and a short walk to so many great spots in kanazawa. The host was so kind and answered any questions i had. I would absolutely recommend staying here.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2024
SOKI KANAZAWA
The location of the hotel was very convenient. It was located across the market and it was within walking distance to the castle and the
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Roomy, clean and great location
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
This may have been our favorite hotel- and after 8+ hotels in Japan- it deserves recognition for excellent staff, service, cleanliness, room experience and overall welcoming hospitality. Would highly recommend. Enjoyed the New Years gathering they welcomed us to- very friendly hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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
If you're spending some time in Downtown Kanazawa, Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle are top sights worth seeing.
Korinbo
While Korinbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nomura Samurai House and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.
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
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hirooka and surrounding area, you can visit Omicho Market and Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum.
