Hishi Yagura: Diamond Turret of Kanazawa Castle
Explore Hishi Yagura, a diamond-shaped turret in Kanazawa Castle Park, showcasing traditional Japanese craftsmanship and defensive architecture.
Hishi Yagura, or Diamond Turret, is a distinctive three-story structure within Kanazawa Castle Park, celebrated for its unique rhombus shape and traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Reconstructed using time-honored techniques, it offers visitors a glimpse into the castle's defensive architecture and the ingenuity of its design.
A brief summary to Hishi Yagura
- 1 Marunouchi, Kanazawa, Marunouchi, Ishikawa, 920-0937, JP
- +8176-234-3800
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the Sakura season for stunning views of the cherry blossoms surrounding Kanazawa Castle.
- Pay attention to the unique diamond-shaped pillars and intricate woodwork on the ceilings inside the turret.
- Take time to understand the skillful engineering required to build Hishi Yagura on a stone wall edge for defensive purposes.
Getting There
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Walking
Hishi Yagura is located within Kanazawa Castle Park, a short walk from many of Kanazawa's central attractions. From Kenrokuen Garden, exit towards the castle park and follow the signs. The turret is situated north of Gojukken Nagaya. Admission to Hishi Yagura, Gojukken Nagaya, and Hashizume-mon Tsuzuki Yagura costs 320 yen for adults.
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Public Transport
From Kanazawa Station, take the Kanazawa Loop Bus (either the Right Loop or Left Loop) to the Kenrokuen-shita bus stop. From there, it is a short walk to Kanazawa Castle Park and Hishi Yagura. Alternatively, take the Kenrokuen Shuttle bus. A single bus ride costs 200-210 yen. A one-day pass for unlimited rides on the Loop Bus and other city buses costs 800 yen and also provides discounts to some attractions.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Kanazawa. From Kanazawa Station, a taxi ride to Kanazawa Castle Park will take approximately 10 minutes and cost around 1300-1500 yen. Ask the driver to drop you off near the Kahoku-mon Gate for easiest access to Hishi Yagura.
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