Ishikawa Travel / Ishikawa Tour

Kanazawa Castle is a symbol of Kanazawa and is loved by the people of the prefecture. It was built by Sakuma Morimasa in 1580 on the site of Oyama Gobo, which was built in 1546. The castle walls are characterized by a design that emphasizes horizontal lines. At the castle's main entrance, Ote, there is a huge stone called Kagamiishi, which is taller than a person, and was used to demonstrate the clan's technological prowess. The Tsurumaru Warehouse within the castle is also designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. In summer, autumn, and winter, a limited-time "Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen Garden Light-up Event" is held, so you can enjoy a fantastic night stroll.

Located in the center of Kanazawa City, this tourist spot conveys the history and culture of the "Kaga Domain, home to a million koku of rice." This daimyo garden was built by Tsunanori, the fifth head of the Maeda clan, as an annex to Kanazawa Castle, and is one of Japan's three most famous gardens, designated as a special national scenic spot. In spring, the winding stream and rows of cherry trees in full bloom on both banks as seen from Hanamibashi Bridge are magnificent. In autumn, Yamazakiyama near Kodatsunoguchi on the north side is famous as a spot for viewing autumn leaves, and you can encounter solemn, dignified scenery. In winter, as snow piles up, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of snow hangings that Image the image of gold leaf.

Shiroyone Senmaida is a terraced rice field made up of 1,004 small rice paddies stacked on top of each other, and is one of Oku-Noto's most spectacular spots. It shows off different faces throughout the seasons, with rice planting in spring, fresh greenery in summer, golden yellow in autumn, and snowy scenery in winter. The sunsets are especially popular, and the glittering light of the setting sun reflecting off the Sea of Japan and the rice paddies is truly spectacular. Illumination events are also held from Oct. to Mar.. Also, at the nearby Roadside Station Senmaida Pocket Park, you can enjoy a menu of local ingredients, such as rice balls made with rice from Senmaida.