Sanjamachi
Kanazawa
Visit Sanjamachi
Popular places to visit
Kenrokuen Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kenrokuen Garden, a lovely green space in Kanazawa. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
Omicho Market
During your visit to Kanazawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omicho Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.
Kanazawa Castle
You can find out about the history of Kanazawa when you stop by Kanazawa Castle. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its shops.
21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
You can browse the exhibits at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Nagamachi District. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Honda Koen Park
After visiting Honda Koen Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Things to do
Kanazawa: Family-Friendly Kimono& Yukata Experience at WARGO
From Kanazawa: Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Wood Carving Village
Shirakawago Takayama and Gujo Hachiman Day Tour from Nagoya
Nostalgic Shirakawa-go & Kanazawa 1-Day Tour
Full Day Tour Eiheiji Buddhist Temple and Fukui City Castle Town
Top hotels in Sanjamachi
SOKI KANAZAWA
"A wonderful stay we had here !! A gem of a hotel .. every aspect the hotel was perfect."
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
Hotel Forza Kanazawa
"Très propre!"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
"Great location! Spacious rooms with modern amenities"
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa
"Great hotel in a prime location,"
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
"The property was very close to the train station (with a lot of shops and food options). The rooms and bathroom are large. Unfortunately the bathtub was dirty. There is an also Starbucks next door which is convenient if you need a quick coffee. The breakfast was 5,000 yen per person so we passed. ..."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
THE HOTEL SANRAKU KANAZAWA
"What a wonderful stay! Location is perfect for walking everywhere! The hotel was so nice had wonderful spacious rooms and the complimentary drinks were beyond expectations. Shower and bath were absolutely incredible! We stayed in connecting rooms with our two kids ages 13 and 10 and it worked out ..."
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
Where to stay in Sanjamachi
Downtown Kanazawa
If you're spending some time in Downtown Kanazawa, Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle are top sights worth seeing.
Katamachi
While Katamachi might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shinise Memorial Hall and Nomura Samurai House.
Korinbo
While Korinbo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shiinoki Cultural Complex and Nomura Samurai House.
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.
Hirooka
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hirooka and surrounding area, you can visit Ishikawa Ongakudo and Omicho Market.
