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From Kanazawa to Eiheiji in Fukui — A Zen Destination Admired by Steve Jobs

  • Ishikawa
  • Fukui
  • Sightseeing
  • Activities

This route from Ishikawa Prefecture (Kanazawa) to Fukui Prefecture offers a Hokuriku journey rich in traditional culture and unique experiences. In Kanazawa, explore lively markets, charming streets, beautiful gardens, and historic districts to discover its deep cultural heritage. Then head to Fukui to visit the popular dinosaur museum known for its impressive exhibits, before finding peace in a serene Zen setting—an unforgettable and well-balanced travel experience.

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Tokyo Station

Access to Omicho Market
Tokyo Station
　Shinkansen: approx. 2 hr 30 min
Kanazawa Station
　Bus: approx. 10 min
Omicho Market

Tokyo Station
Tokyo

Tokyo Station

Built in 1914, the beautiful red brick station building is a historic structure designated as an Important Cultural Property. The station interior, with its "Character Street" featuring anime goods, sweets, and ekiben from across Japan, is a massive tourist destination in itself. As the starting point of Japan's railway network, history and modern convenience live side-by-side.

  • Tokyo
  • Sightseeing
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter
電車 + バス：約2時間40分

Omicho Market

滞在時間：1時間

Known as “Kanazawa’s Kitchen,” this lively market offers fresh seafood and local ingredients.
Visitors can enjoy sushi and seafood bowls on-site.

Omicho Market
Ishikawa

Omicho Market

Known as "Kanazawa's Kitchen," this vibrant market has over 300 years of history. With about 170 shops, it offers everything from fresh Sea of Japan seafood like crab and rosy seabass to local "Kaga Vegetables." It is famous for restaurants serving luxurious seafood bowls and sushi. Visitors can also enjoy eating freshly grilled fish or fruits while walking, directly experiencing the energetic food culture and lively atmosphere of Kanazawa.

  • Ishikawa
  • Sightseeing
  • Food
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter
バス：約5分

Higashi Chaya District

滞在時間：1時間

A beautifully preserved geisha district with traditional wooden buildings.
Perfect for a stroll and experiencing classic Japanese culture.

Higashi Chaya District
Ishikawa

Higashi Chaya District

The largest of Kanazawa's three tea house districts, this area is a nationally designated preservation district. With its rows of historic wooden buildings featuring beautiful latticework ("Degoushi") and cobblestone streets, it preserves the elegant atmosphere of the Edo period. Even today, the sound of shamisen and drums can be heard at dusk, keeping the geisha culture alive. It is a highly photogenic area perfect for strolling in a kimono, filled with chic cafes and traditional craft shops.

  • Ishikawa
  • Sightseeing
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter
バス：約5分

Kenrokuen Garden

滞在時間：1時間30分

One of Japan’s top three gardens, featuring seasonal beauty throughout the year, especially in winter.

Kenrokuen Garden
Ishikawa

Kenrokuen Garden

Kenrokuen, designated as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty, is one of Japan's three most famous gardens and a masterpiece of Edo-period landscape design. Its name reflects the six attributes of a perfect garden: spaciousness, seclusion, artifice, antiquity, water-courses, and panoramas. From cherry blossoms in spring to "Yukitsuri" (rope protection for trees) in winter, its beauty across the seasons is breathtaking. Dotted with ponds, winding streams, and tea houses, it is praised globally as one of the most beautiful Japanese gardens, embodying the pinnacle of Japanese aesthetics.

  • Ishikawa
  • Sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter
徒歩：約10分

Nagamachi Samurai District

滞在時間：1時間

A historic area where samurai once lived, with earthen walls and stone paths preserving its atmosphere.

Nagamachi Samurai District
Ishikawa

Nagamachi Samurai District

The Nagamachi Samurai District preserves the residences of middle-class samurai from the Kaga clan. Enveloped in silence, the area features ochre-colored earthen walls and cobblestone paths that make visitors feel as though they've traveled back to the Edo period. It remains a residential area where "Komogake" (straw mat covering) protects walls from snow in winter—a classic Kanazawa scene. At the "Nomura Clan Samurai House," open to the public, visitors can admire prestigious architecture and a stunning garden, experiencing the spirit and aesthetics of the samurai firsthand. It is a highlight for those seeking history and tranquil beauty.

  • Ishikawa
  • Sightseeing
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter

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電車 + 車：約1時間10分

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

滞在時間：3時間

One of the world’s leading dinosaur museums, featuring impressive skeletons and interactive exhibits.

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
Fukui

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum

One of the world’s leading museums of its kind, featuring over 40 dinosaur skeletons in a massive silver dome. Visitors can see realistic moving robots and fossils found only in Fukui. It's an exciting "holy land" where you can even experience fossil excavation, making it a must-visit for families and science fans.

  • Fukui
  • Sightseeing
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter
車：約30分

Eiheiji Temple

滞在時間：1時間30分

A शांत town centered around Eiheiji Temple, offering Zen meditation and traditional vegetarian cuisine in a serene setting.

Eiheiji Temple
Fukui

Eiheiji Temple

Founded in 1244, this is the main head temple of Soto Zen Buddhism. Even today, many monks engage in rigorous daily training, creating a solemn atmosphere. Surrounded by ancient cedars, it offers visitors a chance to try Zen meditation or sutra copying, making it a globally respected site for experiencing "ZEN."

  • Fukui
  • Sightseeing
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
  • Winter
スポット一覧
  • Tokyo Station
  • Omicho Market
  • Higashi Chaya District
  • Kenrokuen Garden
  • Nagamachi Samurai District
  • Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
  • Eiheiji Temple