3-Day Stag Do in Kanazawa, Japan

Experience traditional Japanese culture while partying in Kanazawa for your stag do.

22 April 2023

Kanazawa offers a unique and authentic Japanese experience for a stag do. Highlights include the historic Nagamachi Samurai District, the Kenroku-en garden, and the beautiful Kanazawa castle. Nightlife options range from traditional izakayas to modern bars and clubs.

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Day 1

Exploring the Samurai District

  • Start the day with a visit to the Kenroku-en Garden, one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan.
  • Stroll through the old samurai district of Nagamachi and visit the Nomura Family Samurai House.
  • Take a break at Higashichaya Old Town, a traditional Japanese street lined with tea houses and souvenir shops.
  • Visit the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art for some unique and interactive exhibits.
  • Have dinner at Unkai Kawabata, a Japanese seafood restaurant with a view of the Asano River.
  • Hotel recommendation: Hotel Trusty Kanazawa Korinbo
Day 2

Kanazawa's Treasures: Gold Leaf and Seafood

  • Learn about Kanazawa's gold leaf industry with a visit to the Kanazawa Yasue Gold Leaf Museum.
  • Visit the Omi-cho Market, a lively market selling fresh seafood and local products.
  • Take a tour of the Kanazawa Castle and its beautiful gardens.
  • Stop by the Ishikawa Prefectural Museum of Art for a glimpse of Kanazawa's traditional crafts.
  • End the day with dinner at Omicho Ichiba Nishimura, a seafood restaurant with a lively atmosphere and delicious sashimi.
  • Hotel recommendation: APA Hotel Kanazawa Chuo
Day 3

Temples and Gardens

  • Start the day with a visit to the D.T. Suzuki Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the philosopher and Zen master.
  • Visit the Myoryuji Temple, also known as the "Ninja Temple", which features hidden passages and trap doors.
  • Continue to the Seisonkaku Villa, a former residence of a samurai family, with a beautiful garden.
  • Visit the 16th-century Ninja-dera Temple, known for its unique architecture and tranquil gardens.
  • Stop for lunch at Kinana, a dessert shop known for its matcha ice cream and gold leaf parfait.
  • Hotel recommendation: Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel
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Length of stay

1 day 2 days 3 days

Type of trip

Standard trip Budget Family Friendly Romantic Stag do

How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Kanazawa by plane is to fly into Komatsu Airport, which is approximately 25 km away from the city center. From there, you can take a bus or train to Kanazawa Station.

Car

To get to Kanazawa by car, you can take the Hokuriku Expressway from Tokyo or Osaka. From Tokyo, the trip takes approximately 5-6 hours, while from Osaka it takes approximately 3-4 hours.

Train

There are several train options to get to Kanazawa, including the Hokuriku Shinkansen, which links Tokyo to Kanazawa. Other options include the Thunderbird Limited Express and the Shirasagi Limited Express. Both of these trains run between Osaka and Kanazawa.

Boat

There are no direct routes to Kanazawa by boat. However, you can take a ferry from Vladivostok, Russia to Toyama Port, which is approximately 60 km away from Kanazawa. From there, you can take a bus or train to Kanazawa.

Bus

If you prefer to travel by bus, you can take a highway bus from Tokyo's Shinjuku Station or Osaka's Umeda Station. The trip takes approximately 8-9 hours from Tokyo and 4-5 hours from Osaka, depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Destination

Kanazawa

Welcome to a city where the fish are fresh and the pedestrians are cautious. Kanazawa, where you can admire traditional Japanese architecture while avoiding colliding with bicycles.

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Number of days

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Type of trip

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