Kanazawa Castle Park Ote-mon Entrance: A Gateway to History
Enter Kanazawa Castle Park through the Ote-mon and step back in time to explore the legacy of the Maeda clan and Edo-era Japan.
The Ote-mon Entrance serves as a primary access point to Kanazawa Castle Park, offering visitors a direct path to explore the historical grounds of the former Maeda clan stronghold. This entrance provides a starting point to discover reconstructed castle buildings, gardens, and significant cultural assets within the park.
A brief summary to Kanazawa Castle Park Ote-mon Entrance
- 2-29 Otemachi, Kanazawa, Otemachi, Ishikawa, 920-0937, JP
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a lot of walking to explore the extensive castle grounds and gardens.
- Check the park's opening hours, which vary depending on the time of year, to maximize your visit.
- Visit the Hishi Yagura, Gojukken Nagaya, and Hashizume-mon Tsuzuki Yagura to see displays on traditional carpentry (admission fee applies).
- Take advantage of the free guided tours to learn more about the castle's history and architecture.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the adjacent Kenrokuen Garden for a full day of cultural exploration.
Getting There
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Walking
From Kenrokuen Garden, exit through the main entrance and cross the road. The Ishikawa-mon Gate, leading to Kanazawa Castle Park, is just a few steps away. Follow the signs to the Ote-mon Entrance within the park. No cost for this final approach.
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Public Transport
From Kanazawa Station, take the Kanazawa Loop Bus (either the Right Loop or Left Loop) and get off at the 'Kenrokuen-shita/Kanazawa Castle Park (Ishikawa-mon gate)' bus stop. From there, it's a short walk to the Ishikawa-mon Gate and then follow the signs to the Ote-mon Entrance. The bus fare is ¥210 per ride, or ¥800 for a one-day pass covering most local buses.
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Taxi
From Kanazawa Station, a taxi to the Ote-mon Entrance of Kanazawa Castle Park takes approximately 10 minutes. The estimated fare is ¥1,200 - ¥1,500. Note that there are no dedicated parking facilities at Kanazawa Castle Park and Kenrokuen Garden. Please use public transport or parking lots nearby.
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