Kenrokuen Garden

兼六園

Kenrokuen is a famous Japanese garden in Kanazawa, the capital of Ishikawa. It is run by Ishikawa Prefecture and opened to the public in the 19th century. Visitors stroll the paths to enjoy scenery that changes with the seasons and to watch the birds that live in the garden. The garden also has a tea house, Shigure-tei.

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Visitor information

Opening hours

March 1 to October 15: 7:00 to 18:00.

October 16 to the end of February: 8:00 to 17:00.

Admission

Adults (18 and over) pay 320 yen. Only cash is accepted.

Getting there

From Kanazawa Station, take the Kanazawa Loop Bus (about 15–25 minutes).

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

Wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge at the garden entrances. The garden has many slopes.
Smoking is not allowed in the park, and pets are not allowed.

Tips for Muslim visitors

Kenrokuen has free early-morning opening; during this time you can enter only through the Renchimon and Zuishinzaka gates.
The garden paths are paved with gravel and can be slippery in places.
Natural sites may have few facilities. Bring water, a travel prayer mat and a qibla app, and check the weather; mountains and lakes can be much colder than the city.
Restrooms for wudu can be far apart on trails. Many Muslim travellers carry a small water bottle for wudu.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Ishikawa and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.