[2025 Kanazawa Attraction] Travel Guide for Higashi Chaya District (Eastern Teahouse District) (Updated Apr)

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Compared to the crowded big cities, Kanazawa is more suitable for wearing yukata/kimono and strolling around the tea street to take pictures 👘 Yukata rentals can be booked online, but I decided to wear one so suddenly that I rushed to the store to ask if there were any availability. In Kanazawa, as long as you don't understand Japanese, please use your translation machine. The staff will still take care of you patiently and will not be impatient even if communication is difficult. If you are planning to visit Kanazawa, this kimono rental shop is highly recommended! ! 💛Kikumono Rentar Kanazawa Kiyoraku Higashi Chaya Street Main Store The must-try and must-check-in "Baoyi" gold foil ice cream, the gold foil tastes tasteless, but the lips will be sticky with gold foil 😂😂, which is a symbol of luxury and Fancy. As a tourist, it is worth buying it to try (take pictures). The clerk is used to waiting for the customer's camera to be ready before putting the gold foil! Must do list in Kanazawa 🍦Gold foil ice cream 🍵Dongwu Tea Street 🦞Eat seafood and sushi at Omi-cho Market 🏯Kanazawa Castle Park, Kenrokuen Garden ⛩️Kanazawa Shrine, Ishiura Shrine #GlobalTravel #KanazawaTourism #HokurikuTourism #PhotographyGuide #RomanticThings

# City Day Trip When you visit the quaint city of Kanazawa, you must choose the right photo spots. The three attractions recommended this time are within walking distance: Kenrokuen, Kanazawa Castle and Higashi Tea House Street. If you want to play around Kanazawa in one day, these three places are the most suitable. 1. Three famous gardens: and six gardens Kenrokuen Garden is one of the three famous gardens in Japan. It was the garden of the daimyo (the princes) during the Edo period. It took a long time and a lot of manpower and material resources to build. Stepping into Kenrokuen is like going back to the Edo period, and there are different scenery in the four seasons. The six victories of Kenrokuen refer to "grand", "deep", "human power", "paogu", "water spring" and "viewing". It really sounds like I am very hipster. Going to the site to take pictures and visit, is also full of literary atmosphere. 🕰️Opening hours: 07:00 ~ 18:00 📍Address: 1 Kenrokuen-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 2. Kanazawa City Park Kanazawa Castle was once the residence of the Maeda family, inferior or not very shocking due to its height. But since it is only a bridge away from Kenrokuen, after visiting Kenrokuen, you might as well go and check in, become a feudal lord, and patrol! 🕰️Opening hours: 07:00 ~ 18:00 📍Address: 1-1 Marunouchi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 3. East Tea House Street A chaya, referring to the venue used for entertainment and feasting during the Edo period. And Kanazawa is preserving a number of teahouse streets, forming a unique and stunning traditional complex. Kanazawa’s Higashichaya Street, along with Gion, Kyoto, is one of Japan’s three designated important traditional architectural preservation geisha districts and the largest teahouse complex in Kanazawa. Outside the 200-year-old Chaya Street, you will feel the breath of traditional Japanese culture while also marveling at the quality of Japanese cultural conservation and architectural restoration. A little further on, the banks of the Asano River also boast antique pedestrian bridges, perfect for wandering around. 📍Address: Higashiyama, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture ~Tips: Check-in props are indispensable~ In addition to beautiful clothes, to make the whole composition more natural, be sure to match the right props. In Kanazawa, the ubiquitous tri-color balls or soy sauce balls, the famous gold-foil soft-serve ice cream, are perfect. With soy sauce balls in your hand, you feel like you’re back in the Edo period against the backdrop of Kenrokuen Japanese garden.

Kanazawa boasts a history of over 400 years, with its most prosperous period during the Edo era when Toshiie Maeda founded the Kanazawa Castle town. During the war-torn Edo period, the Maeda clan focused on developing various crafts, tea ceremonies, and cultural arts to show their loyalty to the Tokugawa shogunate. This not only enriched Kanazawa with a rich cultural atmosphere and traditional crafts but also helped it avoid the bloodshed of the Edo period. Fortunately, Kanazawa was also spared from bombings during World War II, allowing the city to retain much of its historical charm. In such a historically rich place, wearing traditional Japanese kimono is a must for taking photos at spots like Kenrokuen Garden, Higashi Chaya District, and Kanazawa Castle. The most traditional kimono in Kanazawa is the Kaga Yuzen kimono, known for its vibrant colors and patterns. However, these are quite expensive and may not be suitable for those just looking to experience wearing a kimono. For a more affordable option, basic kimono sets are available for around HKD $200 to $300. There are many kimono rental shops in Kanazawa, but it's essential to book online or via email in advance. When we arrived at our reserved shop, there was already a sign indicating that all reservations for the day were full. Those familiar with Japan know that the Japanese value service and product quality, only offering what they can handle. The recommended kimono rental shop offers kimonos at various price points, allowing you to choose on the spot. On-site, there are over 500 women's kimonos available. Besides same-day returns, you can also pay extra for next-day returns. Kanazawa Kimono Hanaren 🕰️Business Hours: 09:00～18:00 📍Address: 2-4 Kenroku Motomachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa

#6月好去处2024 #日本景点 #金泽 #东茶屋街 In the spring and summer of 2024, the sun is shining and the weather is quite hot. Higashi Chaya Street in Kanazawa is very lively. Some people are wearing kimonos, there are locals and many foreigners, coming and going. There are all kinds of shops, restaurants, and souvenir shops.

In recent years, quite a lot of people will go to Kanazawa!! ️ It is one of the must-see attractions for Nagoya tours 👍🏻 If time is limited, you will usually only stay for one day 😳 So choose the more popular attractions to go The East Tea House Street is one of the most popular attractions 🤣 You can do it all at once to eat and take pictures to feel the atmosphere of Japanese culture Known as the Little Kyoto of Hokuriku, Kanazawa has rich natural resources and its unique cultural cultivation😍 It is like an old city with its own time pace!!️ It is very different from many big cities in Japan🇯🇵😙 To feel the beauty of Kanazawa in a short time❤️ Tea House Street is right Kanazawa Tea House Street as early as the Tokugawa Shogunate era is representative of the Kaga Domain recognized male playground 😅 At that time to the tea house men are superior people In Tea House Street, in addition to being a man's paradise, it also brings together all walks of life 👍🏻 For example, barber shops, kimono shops, etc.☺️ formed a self-sufficient area😚 After so many years, the three major teahouse streets of Kanazawa, which have been preserved through war and earthquakes, have successfully preserved the Edo style😍 The predecessor of East Tea House Street is the East Gallery 😉 It was in 1820 to the early Showa period on your highest grade tea house street in the Kanazawa area 👍🏻 The surrounding area of ​​Higashi Tea House Street, Higashiyama Hashibacho, was a place of theater gathering at that time!!️ It is one of the most important traditional building complex preservation areas in Japan🇯🇵 to date🤪 You can imagine how important it is to Japan🇯🇵 Although Japan is developing very fast, Kanazawa managed to find the best balance between conservatism and innovation😚 Wooden century-old architecture is preserved the most realistic old street look😙 There you will almost never see a car entering East Tea House Street👏🏻 It is very suitable to wear a kimono👘 to feel A part of the old house was converted into a restaurant and so on ❤️ We can spend a leisurely time here☺️ You can walk and eat in the ancient place East Tea House Street, which was a men's night playground, now contains many elements that young people like, such as gold foil ice cream🍦 During the holidays, we attracted many Japanese🇯🇵 girls to visit together😌 If you want to feel the Japanese style, you can't go wrong with Nijinze Tea House Street #JapanKoreaCity Attractions #I Miss #Resident Writer #Weekend Trip #Overseas Trip #Food Guide #Japan Travel #Japan Attractions #Japan Travel #Japan Travel Guide

My first visit to Kanazawa was a delightful adventure, especially when I decided to explore the Geisha District on foot. It was like stepping into a different era, with traditional wooden houses and cobblestone streets. One of the highlights was visiting a former Geisha house, which has been transformed into a museum. As I wandered through its halls, I couldn't help but imagine the elegant dances and enchanting conversations that took place within those walls. The museum provided a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Geisha, their elaborate costumes, and their commitment to mastering various arts. After immersing myself in the world of Geisha, I strolled through the district, passing by charming shops showcasing Kanazawa's famous gold leaf craftsmanship. Everywhere I looked, there were dazzling souvenirs and crafts coated in shimmering gold leaf, capturing the essence of this unique city. Exploring the Geisha District on foot was a truly memorable experience. It allowed me to soak in the history, beauty, and craftsmanship of Kanazawa while feeling a sense of connection to its vibrant past. #japan #kanazawa #urbanexplorer #summervacation #tripblazers #awesomepic

A classic Kanazawa sightseeing spot, Higashi Chaya District 🍵 This is a popular place where you can take photos of the photogenic scenery that is typical of Kanazawa ♪ The streets are very photogenic, so I recommend renting a kimono and walking around 👘 Because it is a chaya district, there are cafes scattered throughout the city. I had a roasted green tea latte and warabi mochi ☻ Access: Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture #Kanazawa #Kanazawa Tourism #Higashi Chaya District #Kanazawa Gourmet

A place where you can take photogenic 📸 scenery that is typical of Kanazawa One of the teahouse districts that represent Kanazawa culture✨ It is the perfect spot to take photogenic photos that give off a Japanese feel✨✨✨I saw many female tourists who rented kimonos taking photos with the traditional townscape in the background~✨✨✨ In addition, there are prestigious Japanese restaurants, stylish townhouse cafes, and select shops that sell traditional crafts, so you can enjoy Kanazawa-style gourmet food and shopping✨ It is also famous as the setting for author Itsuki Hiroyuki's work "Grave of the Crested Ibis"✨There are many foreign tourists, and the old townscape full of atmosphere has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the country✨✨😊 #wintertrip#spectacularview#kanazawa#trip #tripmemory2022

#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...

* ＊ Kanazawa Adult Girls Trip ＊ 20221206-1208 [Kanazawa] Hyakuban-ya ☑︎ Nodoguro Soft Serve Quite big😲 Crispy cone♡ Most of all, cute☺️ Soft serve ice cream that you can enjoy inside a general store. The shop is located across the main road. #Kanazawa #Kanazawa Trip #Girls Trip #Kanazawa Sightseeing #Kanazawa City #Higashi Chaya District #Adult Girls Trip #Ishikawa Trip #Ishikawa Sightseeing #Photogenic #Hyakuban-ya #Nodoguro Soft Serve #Higashi Chaya District Gourmet #tripmemory2022

* ＊ Kanazawa Adult Girls Trip ＊ 20221206-1208 [Kanazawa] Takamiya ☑︎ Hyakuman Yaki Cute💕 Higashi Chaya District, A really nice streetscape. It feels like a time slip☺️ #Kanazawa #Kanazawa Trip #Girls Trip #Kanazawa Sightseeing #Kanazawa City #Higashi Chaya District #Adult Girls Trip #Ishikawa Trip #Ishikawa Sightseeing #Photogenic #Takamiya #Hyakuman Yaki #Higashi Chaya District Gourmet #tripmemory2022

I went on a trip to Kanazawa with my boyfriend in September! We went to the aquarium in Noto and then to the driveway on the sandy beach, and on the second day we went to Higashi Chaya District and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art! Apparently gold leaf and oden are famous in Kanazawa, so we tried gold leaf soft serve ice cream! You should definitely go to Kanazawa ☺️ #Kanazawa #Higashi Chaya District #Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art #Aquarium

The old streets, which make you feel as if you have traveled back in time, have been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings by the national government. When you enter the shops on both sides of the road, you will find Kanazawa's traditional crafts and miscellaneous goods lined up, making it a great place to buy souvenirs. There are also many cafes that serve matcha, gold leaf sweets, Kaga boucha, and other dishes, as well as restaurants where you can enjoy Kanazawa gourmet food, so you're sure to be very satisfied! 📌 〒920-0831 Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture 📌 Ease of access ★★★★☆ 　6 minutes walk from the "Hashibacho" bus stop 📌 Well-known ★★★★☆ 　It is a place where you can go around in a yukata or kimono, and you can take some great photos, so it has become especially popular recently. #KanazawaTrip #CoupleTrip #Gourmet #Kanazawa #HigashichayaDistrict #OldStreetStreet #KanazawaTourism #KanazawaSouvenirs

5 minutes walk from Kenrokuen and Kanazawa Castle Enjoy the good old townscape while sipping tea with freshly baked sweets. Highly recommended 🥰 On the way, birds of prey were perched on the branches of the Asano River Promenade, stalking prey in the river. 🦉 #Gourmet #Couple trip #Breathtaking view

Address: 1-13 Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, 920-0831 Content: I took photos in yukata at Higashi Chaya District! I loved both the yukata and the hair style, so I'm very satisfied! I also went to Kenrokuen Garden, but unfortunately it was raining! It was pouring rain on the way there, so I'd like to go back again! And Himito! Tanpopo's works are famous! It was a different world and really wonderful! Please come and visit! #Kanazawa#PrefectureResidentDiscount

Address: 1-13 Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, 920-0831 Content: A classic Kanazawa spot! I took photos here at this photo spot in Higashi Chaya District! I'm so happy because it was my dream! The alleys were very charming and it was fun just to walk around! And this time I ate the crab bowl at Kanazawa Sushi! It was very delicious! 🤤 #PrefecturalDiscount#Kanazawa

It’s the fourth day of our Hokuriku trip. We stayed at a hotel near Kanazawa Station the night before. Now that I’m in Kanazawa, of course I have to visit the two major attractions in Kanazawa! One of them is Kenrokuen Garden introduced in the previous article, and the next one is Higashi Chaya Street. In addition, the Omi Town Market is also worth visiting. I will share it with you next time I go on a self-guided tour here. In addition to being a great place to take photos, there is also a must-eat gold foil ice cream. Don’t miss this attraction when you go to Kanazawa! In fact, there is nothing special about Dongwu Tea Street. It is just Japanese-style buildings, retro shops, and gold foil ice cream. But maybe because of the limited time during this tour, I couldn’t fully experience this attraction! This time we stayed for about 50 minutes, which was actually plenty of time, but maybe it was because we didn’t take a good stroll around. In addition to taking pictures and eating ice cream, there must be many small shops where you can experience it. This is a very important scenic spot in Kanazawa. You must visit it when traveling! #Japan #Hokuriku #Retro

Address: 1-13 Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, 920-0831 Opening hours: 24 hours Highlights: The charming streets are a great place to enjoy cafes, restaurants, meals and shopping, with crafts, cosmetics containing gold leaf and local sake tastings☀️ Maybe it was spring break, but it seemed bustling with young people✨ #Higashichaya District #Kanazawa

Address: 13-21 Higashiyama, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Opening hours: 9:30-17:30 Admission fee: 500 yen for adults, 300 yen for junior high school students and younger Matcha: 700 yen with fresh sweets / 500 yen with dried sweets (separate admission fee) This is Shima, a nationally designated important cultural property that stands to the left of the entrance to the main street of Higashi Chaya District. It is a historic building that is open to the public while retaining vestiges from the Edo period about 200 years ago☀️ Props used by geisha at the playground at that time are on display☀️ The space where you can feel the era is recommended✨ #Nationally designated important cultural property #Historical site

I took a walk around Higashi Chaya District and stopped by this shop for a break. 🥞 It was fluffy and delicious. 😌

Higashi Chaya District, a popular tourist spot in Kanazawa Perhaps because it was dusk after the rain, there were few people around. It is an important traditional buildings preservation area, and you can feel the Japanese atmosphere☺️ The bustle is nice, but this kind of silence is even better. There is a nostalgic atmosphere. We took a break at the only open shop, "Namafu Sweets Shop Fumuro Chaya." The shiratama made with namafu had a simple, nostalgic taste. 📍1-25-4 Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture #KanazawaTrip #GourmetTrip #trip2022

Location: 1-13 Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture One of the teahouse districts that represents Kanazawa culture. It is the perfect spot to take photogenic pictures that capture the Japanese atmosphere. When you enter the grounds, you will feel as if you have traveled back in time. However, most of the shops were closed around 4pm, so if you want to enjoy gourmet food, it is recommended to go earlier. Related information → https://www.kanazawa-kankoukyoukai.or.jp/article/detail_87.html #trip2022#breathtakingview#kanazawa

I've picked out 7 recommended spots in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture that I'm glad I visited! ① Kenrokuen Garden ② Higashi Chaya District ③ Kanazawa Light-up Bus ④ Ninja Temple (Myoryuji Temple) ⑤ Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art ⑥ Korinji Temple ⑦ Omicho Market If you're going to Kanazawa, be sure to visit them 🤗 #recommendedlist #Ishikawa #Kanazawa

This is a back alley in Higashi Chaya District 😳✨ It's just one block away from the main street, but it's not that popular. It's quiet ♫ The atmosphere of the stone pavement and houses is the same as the front, but it's quiet and has a different feel ✨ Higashi Chaya District is lined with teahouses and restaurants where you can enjoy tea and Japanese sweets, but it seems that there are also some private houses in the back alleys...! Access: From Kanazawa Station Kenrokuen Exit (East Exit) Bus Terminal, take a bus for about 10 minutes. Get off at the "Hashibacho (Higashi Kazuemachi Chaya District)" bus stop and walk for 3 minutes. About 5 minutes on foot from the "Asanogawa Ohashi" bus stop #Kanazawa #cafe #walk #great view

In Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, there is a town that has a particularly Japanese atmosphere and the kind of scenery that tourists are looking for. That is Higashi Chaya District❣️ The whole town is built with wooden buildings that have a warm atmosphere, and there are various shops lined up, including matcha shops. This time, I had matcha at Soyu. The water that was served to me as soon as I entered also looks stylish with the fan💓 There are many restaurants around, so it's hard to decide where to go🧡 #Ishikawa #Kanazawa #Couple trip #Historic sites #Gourmet #Matcha #Matcha #Cafe tour#Tourism support#Gourmet trip

Higashi Chaya District. It is an important traditional buildings preservation district that has preserved its traditional streetscape. It is a representative tourist spot in Kanazawa. It is a place that you often see in Kanazawa tourism brochures and websites. There are many shops that serve tea, sweets, and food, and some of them are designated as important cultural properties of the country...! The stone pavement and lattice are very atmospheric, and it is also beautiful on rainy days and at night✨ The name of the district of Higashi Chaya District is "Higashiyama Higashi". There is no admission fee to Higashi Chaya District itself. Access: There is a bus from Kanazawa Station. About 5 minutes walk from "Hashiba-cho" bus stop / About 5 minutes walk from "Asanogawa Ohashi" bus stop #Kanazawa #Chaya District #Supporting Tourism #Amazing Views #Supporting Tourism #Amazing Views

#Spring0yenTrip Kanazawa was a fascinating city where good old traditions and modern charms were fused together. Walking around the city, I could feel the historical buildings and culture, and Kenrokuen was particularly impressive for its beauty. As I strolled through the vast gardens where you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons, I was soothed by the scenery surrounded by ponds and pine trees. Furthermore, walking around Kanazawa Castle, the atmosphere of an old castle town remained, and I was able to tour the town while feeling the history. In Higashi Chaya District, I was able to enjoy the charming streets and buy traditional Japanese sweets and souvenirs, and I was able to feel the culture that is integrated into the town. I also visited the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, where you can enjoy modern art, and felt the new charm of contemporary art. Kanazawa was a quiet yet lively city where historical charm and modern energy were fused together.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 #Kanazawa Higashiya Tea Street, known as Little Kyoto Many old buildings from the Edo period are still preserved. The traditional wooden building, which is more than two hundred years old, is well preserved. Now it has been renovated into a dessert shop, coffee shop and souvenir shop Many tourists wore kimonos and took photos while walking on the quaint streets! There are currently 5 teahouses in operation on Higashi Chaya Street, with more than a dozen geishas However, first-time visitors are not accepted. Those who want to experience tea house culture You can go to "Chaya Shima" to learn about the ancient tea house ecology and geisha culture. After visiting the tea street, don’t forget to try the gold foil ice cream from Foil. The store generously put a whole piece of gold foil on the ice cream, not just sprinkled gold foil powder. To be honest, gold leaf tastes tasteless, but it is very suitable for taking photos😆