“400-year-old stone walls rebuilt by hand, blossom-ringed each spring.”
With origins going back to 1583, Kanazawa Castle is located in Ishikawa Prefecture and was the seat of the powerful Maeda Clan. Unfortunately, the castle has burned down several times over the centuries, most recently in 1881 leaving behind only the Ishikawa-mon Gate and two storehouses. Thankfully, traditional construction methods were taken into account when reconstructing the lost buildings. Many green areas and a garden make the castle park a popular destination for visitors of all ages, especially during the cherry blossom season in spring.
Photograph provided by Ishikawa Prefectural Tourism League
| Spot Name | Kanazawa Castle Park |
|---|---|
| Postal Code | 〒920-0937 |
| Address | 1-1, Marunouchi, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa |
| Telephone Number | 076-234-3800 |
| Official URL | http://www.pref.ishikawa.jp/siro-niwa/kanazawajou/e/kanazawa_castle/index.html |
| Keywords | Art & Architecture, History |
Approx. ¥16,500 / guest
Approx. ¥16,500 / guest
Approx. ¥11,000 / guest
Approx. ¥13,200 / guest
Approx. ¥16,500 / guest
by Mihoko TomoiISHIKAWA
Approx. ¥5,000 / guest
Kanazawa castle park was one of the most prettiest places I have seen in Japan. It was amazing to walk around in, and it is well kept by the staff there. There is also a lot of interesting history that the castle holds. If you are in Kanazawa, this is a must see!
The castle was beautiful and was in great condition considering how old it is. I was able to learn about the rich history of it when taking a tour of the inside of it. The views from outside and inside were amazing and is something that I definitely wouldn’t want to miss out on! Great spot for sightseeing.
