Sanjikken Nagaya: A Historic Storehouse of Kanazawa Castle
Explore the historic Sanjikken Nagaya storehouse in Kanazawa Castle Park, a surviving treasure of Edo-era architecture and history.
The Sanjikken Nagaya is a historic, 48-meter-long storehouse located within Kanazawa Castle Park in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Surviving a major fire in 1881, it stands as an important example of the castle's original architecture and offers a glimpse into the Edo period.
A brief summary to Sanjikken nagaya
- 1-1 Marunouchi, Kanazawa, Marunouchi, Ishikawa, 920-0937, JP
- +8176-234-3800
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the early morning or late afternoon for fewer crowds and a more peaceful experience of Kanazawa Castle Park.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's most beautiful landscape gardens.
- Check for seasonal illuminations or special events at Kanazawa Castle Park for a unique perspective.
Getting There
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Walking
From Kenrokuen Garden, exit through the Katsurazaka Gate and cross the pedestrian bridge to enter Kanazawa Castle Park. Follow the signs towards the Ishikawa-mon Gate. Sanjikken Nagaya is located within the castle grounds, a short walk from the gate. Admission to the park is free.
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Public Transport
From Kanazawa Station, take the Kanazawa Loop Bus (the green line) and disembark at the 'Kanazawa Castle Park (Ishikawa-mon gate)' bus stop. The bus ride takes approximately 20 minutes and costs ¥200. From the bus stop, walk towards the Ishikawa-mon Gate; Sanjikken Nagaya is a short walk inside the castle grounds.
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Taxi
From Kanazawa Station, a taxi to Kanazawa Castle Park takes approximately 10 minutes. The fare is around ¥1,500. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Ishikawa-mon Gate, from where Sanjikken Nagaya is a short walk.
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