Higashi Chaya District
Kanazawa





Visit Higashi Chaya District
Popular places to visit

Omicho Market
Watch fishmongers at work, sample coastal delicacies from the Ishikawa prefecture and shop for local fruits and flowers at this 300-year-old market.

Kenrokuen Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kenrokuen Garden, a lovely green space in Kanazawa. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

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.

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.

Higashi Chaya District
Learn about the local history of Kanazawa when you take a trip to Higashi Chaya District. Make time to visit the monuments and shops while you're in the area.
Things to do

Kanazawa:Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Try Mindful Calligraphy Near Kanazawa's Ninja Temple

Full Day Tour Eiheiji Buddhist Temple and Fukui City Castle Town

Kanazawa Tour: Gold Leaf, Japanese Sweets & Ninja Stars

Kanazawa: Samurai, Matcha, Gardens and Geisha Full-Day Tour

Kanazawa Half-day Historical Walking Tour
Higashi Chaya District Hotel Deals

Rashiku Kanazawa
this was a great choice. very walkable. we had great dinners nearby. close to a bus stop. we used Go app for cabs and they were always there within 5 minutes
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

SOKI KANAZAWA
The location of the hotel was very convenient. It was located across the market and it was within walking distance to the castle and the
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Hotel Forza Kanazawa
Roomy, clean and great location
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Tokyu Stay Kanazawa
This may have been our favorite hotel- and after 8+ hotels in Japan- it deserves recognition for excellent staff, service, cleanliness, room experience and overall welcoming hospitality. Would highly recommend. Enjoyed the New Years gathering they welcomed us to- very friendly hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

Hyatt Centric Kanazawa
Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kanazawa
Staff were always very nice and hospitable. Housekeeping was flawless consistently, perfect location walking distance for main attractions and convenient bus stops very nearby.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Higashi Chaya District

Higashiyama-Higashi
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Higashiyama-Higashi. You might want to make time for a stop at Higashi Chaya District or Ochaya Shima.

Higashiyama
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Higashiyama. You might want to make time for a stop at Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum or Higashi Chaya District.

Downtown Kanazawa
If you're spending some time in Downtown Kanazawa, Kanazawa Castle Park and Kanazawa Castle are top sights worth seeing.

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 Nomura Samurai House and 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.

Nagamachi Samurai District
If you're spending some time in Nagamachi Samurai District, Ashigaru Shiryokan Museum and Nomura Samurai House 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 Nomura Samurai House and Nishi Chaya District.
