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Motenashi Dome: Kanazawa's Welcoming Gateway

Kanazawa's modern welcome: A stunning glass dome offering shelter and symbolizing the city's blend of tradition and innovation.

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The Motenashi Dome, a modern glass and aluminum structure, serves as the east entrance to Kanazawa Station, greeting visitors with its impressive architecture and sheltering them from the elements. Paired with the Tsuzumi-mon Gate, it symbolizes the city's blend of tradition and innovation.

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  • 2 Kinoshinbomachi, Kanazawa, Kinoshinbomachi, Ishikawa, 920-0858, JP
  • +8176-221-5952

Local tips

  • Take a moment to appreciate the blend of modern and traditional architectural elements.
  • Explore the shops and restaurants within Kanazawa Station for local goods and cuisine.
  • Check the event schedule for exhibitions or performances inside the Motenashi Dome.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From Kanazawa Station's central exit, the Motenashi Dome is directly in front of you at the East Gate. It's a short, uncovered walk.

  • Public Transport

    Kanazawa Station is the central transportation hub. City buses, including the Kanazawa Loop Bus, stop at the station's East Gate, providing easy access to the Motenashi Dome. A single bus ride within the central area costs ¥210. A one-day pass for unlimited rides on most local buses is available for ¥800.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available at Kanazawa Station. A short taxi ride from anywhere in central Kanazawa to the station will typically cost between ¥700 and ¥1000, depending on the distance and traffic.

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Motenashi Dome, meaning 'Welcome Dome,' is a symbol of Kanazawa's hospitality and a striking example of modern architecture. Completed in 2005 as part of the Kanazawa Station renovation, the dome consists of 3,019 glass panels supported by an aluminum frame, creating a bright and open space. It acts as a giant umbrella, sheltering visitors from Kanazawa's frequent rain and heavy winter snow. Adjacent to the dome stands the Tsuzumi-mon Gate, a wooden structure whose pillars resemble traditional Japanese drums (tsuzumi) used in Noh theater. This gate and the dome together represent Kanazawa's successful fusion of traditional arts and crafts with modern design. The station itself has been recognized as one of the world's most beautiful. Inside the Motenashi Dome, you'll find an information corner and event space. The area has become a bustling shopping quarter with the construction of large shopping buildings. The dome also plays a role in preserving Kanazawa's traditional crafts by providing a platform for local artisans to showcase their work.

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