Higashi Chaya District

ISHIKAWA CULTURE

One of the chaya (tea house) districts, widely known as a part of Kanazawa culture. The streets are lined with formal restaurants, stylish townhouse cafes and selection shops handling traditional craftworks, so you can enjoy Kanazawa-style cuisine and shopping. The old townscape, brimming with atmosphere, has been designated as a Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings.

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QUALITY BORN OF TRADITION

More Information about Higashi Chaya District

Street address: Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa
About ISHIKAWA

Access

Take the bus from the Number 6 platform outside Kanazawa Station's east exit (clockwise loop/Right Loop) for around 10 minutes. Get off at Hashiba-cho (Higashi/ Kazuemachi Chaya District) bus stop. It is a 5-minute walk from there

Opening Hours: There is no opening/closing time for the area, however most stores operate from 10:00-17:00

Closed: Open all year round (however regular closed days vary depending on each store)

Website: https://en.visitkanazawa.jp/mustgoplace/touristspot/area4/1

Best season: All year

Point: There are lots of hidden cafes and selection shops in the alleyways of the surrounding area, not just on the main street, so we also recommend exploring the area. Renting kimonos is also popular, so you can take photos and blend in with the atmosphere of the neighborhood.