Free self-guided walk · Kanazawa

Castle, garden and geisha district

A free self-guided walk in Kanazawa, from Omicho Market past the castle and Kenroku-en to the Higashi Chaya geisha district.

Distance
3.5 km
Walking time
47 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Kanazawa on foot.

Stop for gold-leaf ice cream in Higashi Chaya.

  • Terrain: Gentle slopes.
  • Best time: Morning, arriving at Kenroku-en early.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Omicho Market

    Start at the market.

  2. Kanazawa Castle Park

    The castle gates.

  3. Kenroku-en

    The garden.

  4. Asano River

    Cross the river.

  5. Higashi Chaya District

    Finish in the geisha district.

Tips

  • Kenroku-en charges entry.
  • Teahouses open in the late morning.
  • Loop buses help on the way back.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.