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Kanazawa in 2 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Two days in Kanazawa cover the city and mountains. Here is how to spend two perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Kenrokuen & castle
  2. 2Chaya
  3. 3Shirakawa-go
  4. 4Market

Day 1: the city

Kenrokuen, the castle and Chaya.

Day 2: Shirakawa-go

The thatched mountain village.

The market

Omicho Market seafood.

Kanazawa in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Kanazawa?
Two days let you explore the city and take a Shirakawa-go mountain trip.
What are the best day trips from Kanazawa?
Shirakawa-go, Gokayama and Takayama in the mountains.
How do I plan a 2-day Kanazawa itinerary?
Spend day one in the city and day two at Shirakawa-go.