Seison-kaku: A Glimpse into Kanazawa's Cultural Heritage

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are starting from Kanazawa Station, exit the station from the East Exit. Head straight towards the main road, and then turn left onto Route 159. Continue walking straight for about 1.2 kilometers until you reach Kenrokuen Garden. From the garden entrance, walk along the path leading to the main area of the garden. After exploring the garden, exit through the same entrance and turn right. Walk for about 250 meters, and you will see Seison-kaku on your left at 1-2 Kenrokumachi.

• Bus

  From Kanazawa Station, head to the bus terminal located right outside the station. Look for the bus stops labeled 'Kenrokuen Shuttle,' which is specifically designed for accessing Kenrokuen Garden and nearby attractions. Take the bus that goes to Kenrokuen Garden; the ride takes about 15 minutes. Once you get off at the Kenrokuen Garden stop, walk about 150 meters towards the garden entrance. Seison-kaku is located just a short walk from there, on 1-2 Kenrokumachi, to your left.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct mode of transport, you can take a taxi from Kanazawa Station. Upon exiting the station, look for the taxi stand. Inform the driver that you want to go to Seison-kaku, located at 1-2 Kenrokumachi. The ride should take about 10 minutes, depending on traffic. The fare will be around 1,000 to 1,500 yen.