Title: Higashiyama Travel Guide: Best of Higashiyama, Kanazawa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Higashiyama](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashiyama-Kanazawa-Hotels.0-n553248634029185645-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kanazawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kanazawa.d9299.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kanazawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kanazawa.d9299.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Higashiyama Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Higashiyama.d553248634029185645.Car-Hire-Guide)[Higashiyama Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashiyama.d553248634029185645.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Higashiyama Travel Guide ## Kanazawa ![Kanazawa is filled with flowers in the spring!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9299/84e66e6e-af57-445b-b1e2-ee7cb461030d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kanazawa is filled with flowers in the spring!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9299/84e66e6e-af57-445b-b1e2-ee7cb461030d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635933026324/429eae04-131a-46ee-afe1-72de93b99ec8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635933026324/7c0e13bd-18fa-4441-8790-e01364314558.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635933026324/4e0808e0-e20f-4e18-8e2c-4dd54ce79644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Higashiyama Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kanazawa travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa.dx9299) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum which includes signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532775636/8a259de0-287a-4eaa-8e32-650a2d603328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa-Yasue-Gold-Leaf-Museum-Higashiyama.d553248621532775636.Attraction) ![The Higashi Chaya District is the largest of three in Kanazawa and the most interesting.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634029185645/bb0e8628-d2f3-42a2-944b-598216aa92bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashi-Chaya-District-Kanazawa.d736157620353679360.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ochaya-Shima-Kanazawa.d553248621532775632.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Utasu-Shrine-Higashiyama.d553248621532775631.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tokuda-Shusei-Kinenkan-Museum-Higashiyama.d553248621562275372.Attraction) #### Kaikarō You can browse the exhibits at Kaikarō, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaikaro-Kanazawa.d553248621526921396.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kanazawa:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47840140/c4dc1a8a-acfb-4680-8d9f-4cba95e09dae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kanazawa:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawafamily-friendly-kimono-yukata-experience-at-wargo.a47840140.activity-details) ![Kanazawa kimono walking plan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2982654/e477b6d2-7d58-4644-aa56-edfaf2e27b16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kanazawa kimono walking plan £40 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-kimono-walking-plan.a2982654.activity-details) ![Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48267757/aefcc664-0db1-4900-b1b0-4b193495f453.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour £104 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-samurai.a48267757.activity-details) ![Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Moon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47902054/2ee28d1f-6838-443f-838e-1ca64da87640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Moon £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-selfie-photo-experience-with-rental-kimono-moon.a47902054.activity-details) ![Kanazawa Tour: Gold Leaf, Japanese Sweets & Ninja Stars](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47708638/bc6c6f0f-b539-4c24-a6b7-7f6fa59b92c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kanazawa Tour: Gold Leaf, Japanese Sweets & Ninja Stars £115 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-tour-gold-leaf.a47708638.activity-details) ![Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Color](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48192385/d457d51c-3e23-4a24-b6ac-e0bfb4220335.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Color £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kanazawa-selfie-photo-experience-with-rental-kimono-color.a48192385.activity-details) [See all activities in Kanazawa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kanazawa.d9299.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Higashiyama ![Rashiku Kanazawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105550000/105544300/105544215/7cd37c2f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rashiku Kanazawa 1-chome-4-7-1 Higashiyama Kanazawa Ishikawa £156 23 Feb - 24 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Omicho Market and Kenrokuen Garden are ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews) Beautiful brand new boutique hotel in the middle of Higashi Chaya district. Large architecturally interesting rooms with high end material finishes, and attention to detail. Great bathroom. Daily turn down amenity in the fridge. Great coffee/tea station. Anything you’d expect in a 5 star hotel. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=105544215&PinnedHotelID=105544215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) ![Guesthouse Hakuka - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19440000/19439100/19439058/16306295_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Guesthouse Hakuka - Hostel 3-3-18 Higashiyama Kanazawa Ishikawa Stay at this hostel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Omicho Market and Kenrokuen Garden are ... 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 8 Sept 2024 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=19439058&PinnedHotelID=19439058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=19439058&PinnedHotelID=19439058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) ![SOKI KANAZAWA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83820000/83815500/83815447/w2868h1620x11y0-d9a865e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SOKI KANAZAWA 2-1 Fukuromachi Kanazawa Ishikawa £74 19 Feb - 20 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this spa hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,025 reviews) Staff were super friendly, the public bath was always clean and empty between 5am-6am, the room was cozy and cute. The breakfast was great, I really liked the salted fish I got on my second day, the staff there were friendly too. Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=83815447&PinnedHotelID=83815447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) ![Hotel Forza Kanazawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38410000/38401000/38400998/b98170ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Forza Kanazawa 2-10 Yasuecho Kanazawa Ishikawa Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £22 3 Mar - 4 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (829 reviews) Great location close to Omicho market. Room was clean and spacious, beds comfortable, Japanese bed robes, fancy toilet, separate shower, good hot water pressure. Hallways were strangely quite dark. We were offered a welcome drink which was appreciated. There is also a free coffee machine in the lobby. ... Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=38400998&PinnedHotelID=38400998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) ![Tokyu Stay Kanazawa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38780000/38778300/38778247/909a50f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tokyu Stay Kanazawa 4-50 Minamicho Kanazawa Ishikawa Stay at this hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (685 reviews) Excellent staff. Clean room, convenient, good location. We booked a standard room and the size was quite spacious. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=38778247&PinnedHotelID=38778247&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=38778247&PinnedHotelID=38778247&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) ![Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30620000/30612100/30612052/6a575d9f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA 2-5 Takaokamachi Kanazawa Ishikawa £25 5 Mar - 6 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kanazawa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (924 reviews) We loved our queen room with a view from a middle floor. The staff were so friendly and accomodating. The amenities were wonderful and it is such a beautiful hotel, the location is also amazing! Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=30612052&PinnedHotelID=30612052&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634029185645) [See all 488 properties in Higashiyama](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634029185645) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Higashiyama hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634029185645&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634029185645&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634029185645&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634029185645&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634029185645&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634029185645&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama ![Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District in Kanazawa Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6345736/3bfe90b4-72d0-4c7a-be29-c8c06cc7114a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashi Chaya District You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashi Chaya District. You might want to make time for a stop at Ochaya Shima or Higashi Chaya District. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Higashi-Chaya-District.dx6345736) ![Higashiyama Higashi Chaya District showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635933026324/39284e04-300b-4dda-8b10-4c36e66149a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Higashiyama-Higashi You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashiyama-Higashi. You might want to make time for a stop at Ochaya Shima or Higashi Chaya District. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa-Higashiyama-Higashi-Chaya-District.dx553248635933026324) ![Historical street at Higashichaya district, Kanazawa, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939456252218863616/5d3d51b6-d223-455a-b335-604eed3d534c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Kanazawa While visiting Downtown Kanazawa, you might make a stop by sights like Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa-Downtown-Kanazawa.dx939456252218863616) ![Nagamachi Bukeyashiki 2 , Ishikawa Prefecture,Nagamachi,Japan February 2016](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007892/d81eb4df-8a61-4a76-8a27-f430c7e9b5bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Korinbo 5/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa-Korinbo.dx553248635976007892) ![Nagamachi Samurai District which includes a sunset and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635962289150/08f4f675-6d98-4bcc-bada-9578d0499bda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanazawa-Nagamachi-Samurai-District.dx553248635962289150) ![Hiraokano Shrine](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384530/a282d8d4-1ea8-4dd8-a5e4-ab3076389184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hirooka Though Hirooka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ishikawa Ongakudo and Omicho Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hirooka.dx553248635976384530) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Higashiyama Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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