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History buffs will enjoy exploring Kanazawa, and all visitors are sure to appreciate the museums. Cultural and walkable, this city attracts tourists with its gardens and seafood restaurants. Top sights in the city include Omicho Market, Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden.
Well known for its museums, the city's cultural venues include Ishikawa Ongakudo, Ishikawa Confectionery Culture Centre and Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum. The city is notable for its historic sites and landmarks like Kanazawa Castle, Oyama Shrine, and Daijoji Temple. The city's natural setting is picturesque, including the gardens and these places to visit: Kenrokuen Garden, Honda Forest and Yuwaku Hot Spring.
Other top sights in Kanazawa include Omicho Market. Outside the city, popular places to visit include Ainokura Gassho-zukuri Village, located 19.1 mi (30.8 km) from the heart of the city, and Shirakawago Hirase Onsen, which is 30.6 mi/49.2 km away.
If you want to venture outside the area, hop on a train at Kanazawa Station. Kanazawa may not have many public transport options to choose from so consider a car rental to maximise your time.