Higashiyama Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Higashiyama
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Honkoji Temple
After visiting Honkoji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Activities
Kanazawa:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour
Kanazawa: Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Moon
Full Day Tour Eiheiji Buddhist Temple and Fukui City Castle Town
Kanazawa Tour: Gold Leaf, Japanese Sweets & Ninja Stars
Our pick of the best Higashiyama Hotel Deals
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
Clean , great location
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
SOKI KANAZAWA
Clean place with kind staff
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Great location, walking distance to the train station and the rest of the city. Market is around the corner so great for fresh fish. Everything really clean and amazing breakfast. Coffee machine at reception and you can get a complimentary drink (alcoholic or not) when you check in.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hotel INTERGATE KANAZAWA
Service and the room were impeccable though on the small side. Staff most courteous, especially Mr. Nawata who went out of his way to be helpful. Great also that they offer cocktails from 5 to 7 on the house. I highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa
We stayed for 2 nights while in Kanazawa. PROS: Only 5 minute walk to Shinto Shrine and around 15 minute walk from Omicho Market and Nagamachi Samurai District. The area has easy access to the main train station, 15-20 minute walk. Many dining options around, but not a lot to choose from and some ...
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel Kanazawa
The stuff were very polite and kind. I definitely love the breakfast every morning. The train and bus station are a few minutes away and The Forus shopping mall is next to the hotel. I definitely recommend it. They also do lauggage delivery to your next hotel.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Higashiyama
Higashi Chaya District
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashi Chaya District. You might want to make time for a stop at Higashi Chaya District or Ochaya Shima.
Higashiyama-Higashi
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashiyama-Higashi. You might want to make time for a stop at Higashi Chaya District or Ochaya Shima.
Downtown Kanazawa
While visiting Downtown Kanazawa, you might make a stop by sights like Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle.
Korinbo
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.
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.
Hirooka
Though Hirooka may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Omicho Market and Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum.
