Culture
Higashi Chaya Geisha Area, Kanazawa
Erik OBrienNowhere in Japan has touched me more than Kanazawa. Particularly Higashi Ochaya and the surrounding area. Hoping all those who travel..
Higashi Chaya District
The Higashi Chaya District (ひがし茶屋街) is a traditional teahouse district east of Kanazawa Station which known for its geisha performances. Comprising song and dance, these were a historical fixture at the local chaya teahouses since the Edo Period. This eastern district is just one of three in Kanazawa—alongside Nishi Chayagai and Kazuemachi—but Higashi is by far the largest and most well-known.
Overview
Address
1-13 Higashiyama, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0831 (Map) (Directions)Hours
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General Amenities
- Souvenir shop
- Combini
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Facilities
- Cafe
Access
Ten minutes from Kanazawa Station via the Kanazawa Loop Bus (Right Loop). Alight at Hashibacho (Koban-mae), RL5, before a brisk 5 minute walk.
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