Five places to learn about the history and culture of Kanazawa

Wearing Kagayuzen kimono, learning about local traditional clothing; looking at the exhibits in the art museum, experiencing the local folk customs; strolling in the gardens, marveling at the classic Japanese garden design.

Nagamachi Yuzenkan

Wear Kaga Yuzen kimono and walk through the teahouse streets and samurai residences of Kanazawa for a time-travel experience. In addition to the kimono experience, you can also experience Yuzen dyeing at the Yuzenkan.

Kaga Yuzen Hall

There are live demonstrations by experts, introductions to the manufacturing process, product introductions, and more. You can try on Kaga Yuzen kimonos and experience the traditional crafts of Kanazawa City.

Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Art

The exterior of the Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Art looks quite plain, but the interior is rather elegant and grand, primarily using stone and glass as building materials. The exhibits are exquisite and luxurious. The quiet atmosphere allows for a great appreciation of the artworks.
In addition to recreating the Noh theater stage and introducing various aspects of Noh, visitors can also experience trying on Noh costumes here, which is very interesting.
As a representative garden of the Edo period, it has the shadow of Tokyo, yet retains its own unique characteristics. Each season—spring, summer, autumn, and winter—offers its own charm.