Journey back in time with an afternoon at Kanazawa Folklore Museum. There's no shortage of things to uncover here, with fascinating collections and displays to catch up on your history lessons.

Kanazawa Folklore Museum is an ideal place to begin your discovery of Kanazawa. This collection of historical artifacts comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only spot to see here. Allow some time for other sights like Omicho Market, Kenrokuen Garden, and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art to make the most of what's on offer in the area.

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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Kanazawa Miyabi

Hirooka

$1,279

per person

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Roundtrip flight included

Chicago (ORD) to Komatsu (KMQ)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (537 reviews)

Walkable to jr station.

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

INTRO Tamagawa

$1,296

per person

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Roundtrip flight included

Chicago (ORD) to Komatsu (KMQ)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)

Beautifully designed, spacious and considerate home

Reviewed on May 17, 2025

SOKI KANAZAWA

Downtown Kanazawa

$1,313

per person

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Roundtrip flight included

Chicago (ORD) to Komatsu (KMQ)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (876 reviews)

Fantastic experience staying here. Had the breakfast one day which was a nice traditional Japanese style breakfast and quite good, but keep in mind the fish market is right across the street. This location was perfect for us, easily walkable to most of the attractions Kanazawa had to offer. The public baths were overall pleasant, although my wife had the unfortunate experience that a woman brought her 6-8 year old son into the women’s bath and felt uncomfortable with that. The beds were huge and rooms overall spacious especially compared to the Tokyo hotels we were used to. Would certainly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

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