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Cruise Port Stop in Kanazawa? Here's What to See in One Day
Welcome to the seventh episode in our CRUISE JAPAN PORT HIGHLIGHTS series- Kanazawa- home of the famous Kanazawa Castle and Gold Flakes We were part of a small group tour organized by a fellow cruise thru Viator. Our guide took us to the iconic spots of this port with a mix of public transportation, walking and the ships shuttle bus to port. What to Expect: - Quick Immigration Discussion (this was our first port after South Korea) - Visit the Oyama Shrine - In-depth visit to the Kanazawa Castle & Garden - Visit the Kenroku-en Garden - Quick stop at Higashi Chaya District (Geisha/ Tea Houses) - Kanazawa Station for Ship Shuttle This episode is perfect for cruisers visiting Kanazawa or anyone curious about Japan’s lesser-known port gems LINK to Kanazawa City Map: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nTAMVpSZVtzDXk7CwrfxRb_2yzHmNUxa/view?usp=drive_link LINK to Kanazawa Points of Interest: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pQ2o6Vpvc_UDi2VqoeNSFfFS4gYWeJiw/view?usp=drive_link Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 1:38 – Walking tour & Oyama Shrine 3:43 – Kanazawa Castle & Gardens 6:52 – Kenroku-en Garden 8:12 – Higashi Chaya District (Geisha/ Tea Houses) 8:38 – Kanazawa Station 9:09 – Wrap Visiting Kanazawa cruise port? Here is the best way to see the city’s historic shrines and gardens during your one-day stop. We recently joined a small group tour to explore the sights of this port city. This video covers the logistics of getting around via shuttle, public transit, and walking, making it a great resource for anyone curious about Japan shore excursions. We highlight key stops including the Oyama Shrine and the defense-focused walls surrounding the local castle grounds. The visit concludes with a peaceful walk through the famous Kenroku-en garden and a look at the traditional tea houses in the Higashi Chaya District. Whether you are prepping for your own Kanazawa walking tour or just researching your itinerary, these details will help you manage your time effectively while in port. Subscribe for travel preparation breakdowns and comment below with your biggest question about visiting Japan by ship. #GoTravelLife #CruiseJapan #Kanazawa #KanazawaJapan #CruiseVlog #Westerdam #JapanCircle