Hotels near Higashi Chaya District

Hotels near Higashi Chaya District

Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan

Search in Higashi Chaya DistrictMay 02 - May 032 guests

The Higashi Chaya District (Eastern Teahouse District) is the largest and most atmospheric of Kanazawa’s three preserved geisha quarters, and for many visitors the single best Kanazawa attraction. Established in 1820 by order of the Kaga Domain lord to consolidate the city’s geisha entertainment, the district’s wooden lattice-fronted teahouses (chaya) have been immaculately preserved and designated a Japanese National Cultural Asset. Walking its central lane feels like stepping directly into Edo-period Japan - which is why it is often compared favourably to Kyoto’s Gion, but with a fraction of the crowds.

Two teahouses are open for public visits: Ochaya Shima (a museum preserving the original geisha rooms, red lacquer interior, and instruments, ¥750) and Kaikaro (a still-operating geisha house that opens for public tea service, ¥800). The district is also home to Kanazawa’s gold leaf specialty shops - try the stunning gold leaf tea ceremony room at Hakuza Gold Leaf Store, and yes, the gold leaf ice cream (soft serve coated in 24-carat gold leaf) that has become the symbol of modern Kanazawa food culture.

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Korinkyo
1.6 km from Higashi Chaya District

Korinkyo

31, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-0981, Japan
Laundry, Restaurant, Spa + 1 others
Location A stay at Korinkyo places you in the heart of Kanazawa, within a 15-minute walk of Kenrokuen Garden and Omicho Market. This spa hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Modern Literature Museum and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cinemonde. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided on request. Amenities Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. Dining A complimentary Taiwanese breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Know Before You Go Check In: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM Check Out: 12:00 PM Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

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