Ishikawa

Kanazawa Castle View

Beautifully restored Maeda Clan castle near Kenroku-en

Cathy Cawood Oct 14, 2014 - 1 min read

<p>An overhanging sakura branch frames the view</p>

<p>Red umbrella harmonizes with red maple leaves</p>

<p>Shop window full of fabulous Kanazawa pottery</p>

<p>Restaurants and souvenir shops opposite the castle</p>

<p>Persimmons drying under the eaves</p>

<p>Tourists rest on benches along the path opposite the castle</p>

Kanazawa Castle stands very near the famous garden of Kenroku-en in Ishikawa. Destroyed by fire and rebuilt several times throughout history, this large and well-restored castle would be worth visiting.

Sadly, I didn't have time so I just enjoyed the views of the tiled walls and Ishikawa-mon Gate as I ate ice-cream sitting on the benches in front of the restaurants and souvenir shops near Kenrokuen.

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Cathy Cawood @cathy.cawood

I came to Japan in 2003 to teach English. I lived in Shiga prefecture for 1 year, and it still holds a special place in my heart. I lived in Kyoto for 9 years, then moved to Machida, Tokyo in 2014 after meeting my Japanese partner. I love to take photos, and my Japan in Pictures Facebook page ha...