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Kanazawa•252m(3 min walk)
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Kenroku-en
兼六園Kanazawa, Ishikawa
Garden
What makes this place special?
At a Glance
Kenroku-en is a strolling garden in Kanazawa where ponds, shaped trees and stone lanterns reveal the landscape design of the Kaga lords.
Paths connect water, planted hills and changing views rather than a single fixed viewpoint. Generations of the Maeda family developed the grounds, and seasonal planting gives each visit a different setting. Look for the distinctive Kotoji lantern and the pond landscapes as you explore. The garden includes slopes and gravel paths, so choose your route with footing and mobility in mind.
- Pond-and-hill strolling landscape
- Kotoji lantern and seasonal trees
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How do I visit?
Admission
Regular paid opening: 07:00–18:00 from 1 March–15 October, last entry 17:30; 08:00–17:00 from 16 October–end February, last entry 16:30. Garden open daily; Shiguretei has separate hours/closures. Adults 18+ ¥320, ages 6–17 ¥100; groups of 30+ paying visitors ¥250/¥80. Ages 65+ free with official age proof; disability ID holders and one carer free. Seasonal early admission is free via Renchimon/Zuishinzaka gates only; leave 15 minutes before regular opening. See the official calendar for special free days. No supported uniform visit duration or advance booking countdown is stated.
- Adult
- ¥320
- High School Student
- ¥100
- Elementary/Junior High
- ¥100
- Elderly
- ¥0
- Visitors with disabilities
- ¥0
Know before you go
If using free early admission, use Renchimon or Zuishinzaka and leave before the paid session begins. Bring proof for age or disability exemptions, and use the official accessible-route guidance because the garden has slopes and gravel.
Tip from Goshuin Atlas, Source-based travel guidance
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