[2025 Kanazawa Attraction] Travel Guide for Kazuemachi (Updated Jul)

The most famous area in Kanazawa is the Higashi Chaya District, where most of the cafes and tea houses are located, attracting a lot of crowds. However, I personally recommend crossing the bridge to visit the Kazue-machi Chaya District, which is relatively less crowded. Most of the establishments here are high-end restaurants that operate in the evening. It's a pleasant place to take a walk without the hustle and bustle, making it a great spot for those who prefer a tranquil environment.

#日本景点 The teahouse street in Kanazawa, Japan, is very suitable for a one-day round trip or a two-day and one-night trip.. The transportation is very convenient and you can take the Hokuriku Shinkansen. Kyoto Gion is known as the "Second Largest Teahouse Street in Japan" The overall architectural features are wooden century-old houses, Edo-period machiya buildings and the nostalgic style of the teahouse street. Therefore, it is also a recommended place for a kimono 👘 experience trip..📸️🌟 The teahouse street is mainly East Teahouse Street, West Teahouse Street, and Kazuemachi Teahouse Street, collectively known as the three major teahouse streets in Kanazawa. Most of the teahouses have been renovated, and some have become restaurants, tea shops, or souvenir shops...

#Japan Attractions #Japan Travel #Overseas Travel #Central Travel Japan🇯🇵 Kanazawa is also known as Hokuriku Little Kyoto. There is a very famous attraction here—Shoukicho Tea House Street✨, one of the three major teahouses in Kanazawa. Strolling around Shokicho, the architecture of the houses🏡 is really ancient and story-telling, it is a traditional tea house architecture in the Edo period, and it was also a place for geisha to hang out in the past. Here you can also see the Asanogawa Bridge, which was built in 1922 and consists of three arches, very special ⭐️ Chaya Street, Main Keicho 📍920-0908 Shoki-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture

Located in the Higashi Chaya District of Kanazawa, a quiet and understated shrine—Asanogawa Inari Shrine—awaits visitors strolling along the river. This small Inari shrine stands serenely by the Asano River, welcoming passersby with its red torii gate and stone lanterns. It harmonizes beautifully with the geisha charm and historic townhouses of the tea district. Though modest in size, the shrine has long been a place of worship for local residents, especially admired by business owners and geishas who come to pray for prosperity and successful performances. Hidden within the everyday alleys, the shrine exudes a tranquil atmosphere as if time has forgotten it, transporting visitors back to Kanazawa during the Edo period. It is recommended to visit in the morning or at dusk to experience the gentle flow of the river and the whispers of the old town. A simple bow at the torii gate can bring a sense of inner peace and blessings to your journey 🍃 📍Location: Asanogawa Inari Shrine (Higashi Chaya District, Kanazawa) 🚶♀️Access: About a 3–5 minute walk from Kazue-machi or Higashi Chaya District

The "Asanogawa Ōhashi" in Kanazawa, built in 1922 (Taisho 11), is renowned for its elegant triple-arch concrete structure, representing the Taisho Romantic style. In 2000, it was honored as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. The bridge's evening lights and riverside lanterns create a romantic atmosphere, especially on weekends, making it a perfect spot for a stroll. You can combine your visit with a walk through Higashi Chaya District and Kazue-machi to enjoy the riverside tea house culture. Spanning the "Onna-gawa" (Female River), Asanogawa Ōhashi is flanked by silhouettes of tea house streets and old townhouses. In spring, the riverside is adorned with blooming cherry blossoms, reflecting beautifully on the water. Tatami seating is set up over the river for traditional Kaga-style tea ceremonies. At dusk, the bridge's soft white arches and their reflections create a picturesque romantic scene. 📍 Location: Asanogawa Ōhashi (Hashiba-machi to Higashi-yama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture)

Kanazawa's "Kaimemachi Teahouse Street" seems to have gone back to the Edo period. Unlike the popular "Higashi Chaya Street", it is not as noisy and bustling as this place. Instead, it is more peaceful and elegant. Along the banks of the Asano River, wooden lattice windows and reddish-brown facades are lined up in order. It is one of the most well-preserved teahouse streets in Kanazawa. In the evening, the lanterns of the traditional teahouses gradually light up, and occasionally you can hear the sound of geisha shamisen and singing from the depths, which makes people unconsciously slow down their pace. Some old teahouses have been converted into high-end Japanese cuisine restaurants, art exhibition spaces, and there are also specialty cafes for people to rest. The quiet atmosphere here is especially suitable for a walk alone or a couple. Don't forget to walk up "Angarizaka", a small staircase leading to the old teahouse, which adds a sense of mystery and nostalgia. 📍Check-in location: Kanazawa City Kazuemachi Tea House Street (about 10 minutes walk from Higashi Tea House Street) 🏷️ #Kazuemachi Tea House Street #Kanazawa Stroll #Japanese Old Street Style #Geisha Culture #Kanazawa Travel #Kanazawa Tea House Street #Asano River Scenery #Quiet Journey #Hitman Walking Map #Hokuriku Private Attractions #May Good Places 2025

Stop by the three-city town of Edo with teahouses and try sweets mixed with real gold in Kanazawa City (Kanazawa)🍦 Ishikawa Prefecture in the Chubu region . Kanazawa (金沢) is a city that flourished during the samurai war era Used as a base for fighting, which resulted in many traces of Edo samurai lifestyle such as castles, Japanese gardens Three teahouses with geisha, etc. It is also an area that produces Japanese gold leaf. The advantage of this city is that We can plan to be both a resting point and a sightseeing point After going to the Japan Alps, Shirakawa-go and Nagano Prefecture In 2 hours, it is convenient to travel and there are not many tourists. The view of this city has both modern and retro zones. . The famous food is food and sweets mixed with gold leaf In Kanazawa, such as gold leaf soft cream Gold leaf curry and gold leaf sushi Oh! . In addition, the seafood here is very fresh, especially from Omicho Market, the city's main fish market that opens from morning until night. There are shrimp, shellfish, crabs, and fish that you can buy fresh as a donburi menu. I recommend that if you visit this market, avoid noon ~ . • Interesting places to visit ・Higashi Chaya ・Oyama Shrine ・Omicho Market ・Kanazawa Castle ・Nagamachi Samurai District ・Kenrokuen ・Nishi Chaya ・Kazuemachi Chaya ・Gold leaf soft-serve ice cream shop Hakuichi (箔一) . ・Access: From Chubu Centrair Airport and Haneda Airport, the closest Osu! Then take the train to Kanazawa Station, it takes about 3 and a half hours. If you take the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station, it will take only about 2 hours.

Higashi Chaya District, Kazuemachi Chaya District, and Nishi Chaya District are popular tourist destinations in Kanazawa and are known as the Three Chaya Districts of Kanazawa. They are lined with shops that use old buildings. I went to Kazuemachi Chaya District. It is smaller in scale than Higashi Chaya District and Nishi Chaya District and has fewer shops, but you can enjoy the charming atmosphere. There are fewer people, so it is easier to take photos than the other districts. It is close to Higashi Chaya District, so it is recommended to visit both places★ #KanazawaCityIshikawaPrefecture #KazuemachiChayaDistrict #KanazawaTrip #KanazawaTourism #KanazawaGourmet #Kimono #KimonoRental #KimonoExperience #KimonoHairArrangement

Here are some must-see sightseeing spots on your trip to Kanazawa♪ There are several "Chaya Districts" in Kanazawa, but the most famous is "Higashi Chaya District". The "Kazukemachi Chaya District" that I will introduce this time is also small, but I recommend it as a charming place. This Chaya District was built in the Meiji era. It is just a short walk from "Higashi Chaya District", so it is a place you should visit in addition to "Kazukemachi". It is a Chaya District along the river, and it feels great to walk along the streets lined with cherry trees, enjoying the pleasant breeze! I recommend the cafe "Tsuchiya" in this Chaya District, which has a wonderful atmosphere in a historic building and serves delicious coffee👍 #Kanazawa #Retro Spot #Recommended for Dates #Photogenic Spot