Top 10 Hidden Tourist Spots In Ishikawa Prefecture [Secret Gem Edition]

2025년 4월 11일

Ishikawa Prefecture has many wonderful hidden spots that are not yet known!

We have carefully selected famous spots loved by locals where you can quietly experience nature, history, and culture.

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1. Kazuemachi Chaya District

A quiet chaya district with fewer tourists than Higashi Chaya District.

The lights at dusk are beautiful.

- Access
About 15 minutes by bus from Kanazawa Station

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2. Kakusenkei

A valley that spreads along the Daishoji River that flows through Yamanaka Onsen, with natural beauty in every season and a charming bridge.

It is especially beautiful during the autumn leaves and new greenery seasons, and there are also photo spots scattered around such as the "Koorogi Bridge" and the "Kawadoko Cafe".

- Access
About 30 minutes by bus from Kaga Onsen Station, get off at "Yamanaka Onsen" and walk for a short distance

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3. Natadera Temple

A famous temple with a history of 1,300 years.
A quiet temple with a beautiful contrast between the strange rocks and autumn leaves.

- Access
About 25 minutes by car from Kaga Onsen Station

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4. Kaga Hashidate

One of the three largest shipowner settlements in Japan.
A hidden spot with a retro townscape and a sense of history.

- Access
About 10 minutes by car from Kaga Onsen Station

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5. Yamanaka Onsen

Yamanaka Onsen, one of the Kaga Onsen hot spring resorts, is a quiet hot spring resort with a history of 1,300 years.
It also has a free foot bath and a public bath, and is loved by locals as a ``hidden healing hot spring'' that is not crowded.

- Access
About 30 minutes by bus from Kaga Onsen Station

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6. Myoryuji Temple

While the exterior is an ordinary temple, the interior is a trick temple with maze-like stairs, hidden rooms, and traps.
It is an intellectual exploration spot that both adults and children can enjoy, with architecture full of wisdom and ingenuity built in preparation for an era of war.

- Access
15 minutes by bus from Kanazawa Station, get off at "Hirokoji" and walk for 5 minutes

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7. Ishikawa Prefectural Insectarium

An insect museum in the middle of nature.
Fun for both children and adults, not many tourists.

- Access
25 minutes by car from Matto Station

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8. Keta Taisha

An ancient shrine known as the god of matchmaking.
A quiet shrine surrounded by forest, you can visit in peace.

- Access
10 minutes by bus from Hakui Station

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9. Kutani ware

An area dotted with Kutani ware kilns, where you can experience pottery and tour the kilns.
With few tourists, you can experience the craft culture at your leisure.

- Access
30 minutes by car from Komatsu Station

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10. Komaruyama Castle Site Park

A quiet park where you can enjoy the cherry blossoms and the view of Nanao Bay.
A hidden spot recommended for strolling in spring and autumn.

- Access
About a 10-minute walk from Nanao Station

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[Summary]

Ishikawa Prefecture's hidden attractions are away from the tourist areas and are a place where you can quietly enjoy history and nature.
On your next trip to Ishikawa, be sure to visit these hidden spots along with the standard spots.
You're sure to experience the deeper charms of Ishikawa!

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