10 TOP Things to Do in Ishikawa Prefecture August 2026

A serene Japanese garden with a pond, a stone lantern, and traditional wooden structures.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, vibrant pink flowers, and a wooden house by the water.

A traditional wooden street with lanterns and a mountain in the background.

A traditional Japanese castle with stone walls and a moat, surrounded by cherry blossoms.

A traditional wooden street with tiled pavement, wooden buildings, and a clear sky.

Things to do

Kanazawa: Family-Friendly Kimono& Yukata Experience at WARGO

CA $42

per adult

Shirakawago and Kanazawa from Osaka

CA $125

per adult

Shirakawago and Kanazawa from Tokyo

CA $126

per adult

Kanazawa Castle and Samurai History Walking Tour

Kanazawa: Castle & Samurai History Walking Tour

CA $86

per adult

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A bustling indoor market with various stalls selling goods, illuminated by hanging lights.

Omicho Market

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During your visit to Kanazawa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Omicho Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's gardens or experience its museums.

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Where to stay in Ishikawa Prefecture

Find the best Ishikawa Prefecture areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A narrow street flanked by traditional wooden buildings with tiled roofs.

Downtown Kanazawa

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

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Honmachi

While Honmachi isn't home to many top sights, Ishikawa Ongakudo and Omicho Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A night view of a park with illuminated structures resembling trees and a gravel path.

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 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.

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A narrow snow-covered alley flanked by traditional buildings with straw-roofed structures.

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.

A large red metal structure with a geometric design, possibly a modern architectural landmark.

Hirooka

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hirooka and surrounding area, you can visit Ishikawa Ongakudo and Omicho Market.

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