A rich journey where you can feel tradition and history Kanazawa where you want to visit in winter

Kanazawa is located in the center of Ishikawa, jutting out onto the Sea of Japan side of Honshu. In Kanazawa, which flourished as a castle town of Kaga Hyakumangoku during the feudal period, a variety of traditional crafts such as Kaga Yuzen and Kutani ware flourished. Traditional cultures such as tea ceremony and Nohgaku are also widely enjoyed by everyone from samurai to common people and are still passed down to this day.

A must-visit winter sightseeing spot is Kenrokuen, one of Japan's three most well-known gardens. Yukitsuri, which is performed to protect trees from the weight of snow, is a seasonal tradition. It is lit up at night, creating a magical atmosphere. The beautiful scenery where traditional techniques are distinguished is worth seeing.

In the Nagamachi District, where the remains of samurai residences remain, when the weather gets really cold, the earthen walls are covered with “Komokake” to protect them from the snow, creating an even more emotional surroundings. If you take a walk on a quiet morning, you can feel the dignified and comfortable atmosphere.

In addition, there are other beautiful streets that are unique to Kanazawa, such as “Higashi Chaya District,” where you can enjoy an extraordinary atmosphere with red-shell lattice townhouse architecture, and “Oyama Shrine,” which has beautiful stained glass in the shrine gate. You’ll enjoy it.

Hotel Intergate Kanazawa, located in central Kanazawa, is a place that will make your winter trip to Kanazawa even richer.

Conveniently located within walking distances to popular tourist spots such as Kenrokuen and Omicho Market. When you step into the building, you will be greeted by a reception with motifs of the traditional colors used in Kaga Yuzen and Kutani ware, “Kaga Gosai,” and the stone walls of the Kanazawa Castle Site. The interior design and guest rooms are designed with a modern twist on the glamor and tranquility of Kaga culture.

At the center of the lounge, which you can use as many times as you like during your stay, a coffee counter shaped like a Matcha whisk which represents Kanazawa's tea ceremony culture is available. “Dart Coffee,” which has been loved by the locals since its establishment in 1945, is located at the center of the lounge so you can enjoy the hotel's original blended coffee.

At the end of the day, enjoy a late-night snack that will soothe your mind and body. Ochazuke, which can be enjoyed with a stock made from the famous Kaga Bocha (stem tea) and rare and high-quality fish, Nodoguro, is very popular as it also includes toppings that are associated with Hokuriku's local cuisine.

What is embedded in its attentive hospitality is its desire to connect people and communities, and to create opportunities for new discoveries and connections while traveling.
Your stay at Hotel Intergate Kanazawa will not only relieve your fatigue but will also be a special experience that will remain in your heart.

The “Traditional Culture Experience Program” is an initiative that we are focusing on since its opening in order to expand the enjoyment of travel by experiencing people, things, and places that can only be found in the region.

It holds a variety of workshops that it independently selecst and plans so that people can learn about Kanazawa's history and culture through art and traditional industrial products.

What is gaining popularity is the “Kagahachiman Okiagari, Painting Experience,” where you can enjoy drawing faces that resemble your family members or yourself. The dolls have also been Ishikawa’s tourism PR mascot character. It has a cute round body and sharp eyes, and is popular as an auspicious item that brings blessings such as family prosperity, good health, and business prosperity.

In the “Kokeshi Doll Painting Experience,'' where you can create your own original Kokeshi dolls using the traditional craft Kaga Yuzen fabrics, you can experience the smoothness and color of genuine fabrics, and appreciate the beauty of the gorgeous designs.

The “Local Kyoto Koma or, Spinning Top, Making Experience” supervised by Mr. Yoshiyuki Nakamura, the only craftsman of the Kyoto's traditional industry “Kyokoma” is also a program that can only be done here. In Kanazawa, you can make colorful and unique Kyoto tops with a “seafood bowl” motif.

Each experience program is attended by people of all ages and is also popular with people from overseas who want to experience Japanese cultures.

A self-made kit enables you to try it out anytime. Recommended as a memento or souvenir from your trip.

“By learning about Kanazawa's culture through a hotel stay, you can experience the charm of the area more deeply. This is the idea that we value. During your stay at the hotel, we strive to provide services that allow you to feel the charm of Kanazawa at all times” says Masashi Saito, Manager of Hotel Intergate Kanazawa.

Mr. Saito passionately says that since Kanazawa has so many attractions, he wants people to enjoy it in many different ways.

“Popular sightseeing spots are within walking distance, so you can use it as you like as a base for walking around Kanazawa, such as going out to various places, returning to have a hot drink in the lounge, taking a break, and heading on to the next sightseeing spot. I would be happy if you could.”

"There are many tourist attractions, seasonal ingredients are plentiful, and many of the foods are extremely delicious. As it is a castle town with a long history, there are waterways in various places and you can hear the sound of the murmuring streams. If you can experience it while walking, I think you will appreciate Kanazawa even more."

Whether you are visiting Kanazawa for the first time or have been there several times, you may discover something new during your stay at Hotel Intergate Kanazawa. Why not make some unforgettable travel memories in Kanazawa this winter?