Location List
67 potential locations in newly-arrived order.
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Horikawa Shinmachi ParkKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
This park, located beside an elevated railway, offers views of the Hokuriku Railroad Asanogawa Line, which can be seen from the pedestrian overpass. The park features gentle slopes and a multi‑pur...
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Ishikawa Prefectural Bunkyo HallKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Equipped with professional‑grade sound and lighting systems suitable for a wide range of concerts and performances, the hall can accommodate up to 590 people. Access: Approximately 10 minutes by...
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Hotel Amanek KanazawaKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Situated in the Katamachi–Korimbo district, one of Kanazawa’s principal downtown areas, this hotel offers excellent access to prominent filming locations such as Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Stati...
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Kanazawa Yuwaku Edo VillageKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
This facility preserves and displays traditional buildings relocated from across Kanazawa and Ishikawa Prefecture. The collection includes an Edo‑period (1603–1867) merchant’s machiya townhouse, th...
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Gallery Shiraito Guesthouse Hikoso no MachiyadoKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
A gallery and guesthouse created by renovating a Kanazawa machiya townhouse built in the early Showa period (1926–1945). The building retains several distinctive traditional rooms preserved much...
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Machiya Hotel & Café Machi no OdoribaKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
A samurai residence built approximately 150 years ago. Located just a 12‑minute walk from Kanazawa Station, this renovated machiya‑style townhouse hotel features a spacious, beautiful garden whe...
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Umazaka HillKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
This slope connects Takara‑machi and Tenjin‑machi and was once used by farmers leading their horses along the route. Stretching roughly 300 meters, it includes sections with steps. Structure: asph...
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Kogizaka HillKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
This steep slope was named during the development of Mount Utatsu, when many workers climbed it cheerfully—“like children.” The road features a pronounced incline with a staircase running along its...
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Akarizaka HillKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
This narrow slope connects Owari‑cho and Kazue‑machi. An inscription on the stone marker notes that Akari‑zaka can also be interpreted as “a hill one ascends,” symbolizing an upward path. Partly...
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Kanazawa Castle ParkKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Covering approximately 28.5 hectares, this expansive park preserves the historic grounds of Kanazawa Castle. Within the park stand several Important Cultural Properties of Japan, including the I...
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national treasures/important cultural properties historic sites/gardens castles/castle ruinsSpecifications
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Observation Deck at Utatsuyama ParkKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
This scenic lawn observation area offers panoramic views stretching from the mountainous upper reaches of the Asano River to central Kanazawa. Landmarks visible from the site include Mt. Iozen, Mt....
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mountains/mountain trails/cabins views from mountain tops & observatoriesFavorites -
Daijoji Hill ParkKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
.Spread across a hillside with an elevation difference of 83 meters, this expansive 87.9‑hectare park offers sweeping views over Kanazawa City and the Sea of Japan. Rich with seasonal plants and...
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Hikoso Green SpaceKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
.This Japanese‑garden‑style green space spans approximately 3,171 m² and features around 1,400 azalea shrubs representing 72 varieties. The garden reaches its peak bloom from late April to early Ma...
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historic sites/gardens parksSpecifications
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Ground Level of Kanazawa Station East PlazaKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
At the entrance to Kanazawa Station stands the glass‑domed Motenashi Dome, designed to resemble an umbrella extended in welcome to arriving visitors, an architectural expression of the city’s spiri...
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train stations/station surroundings illuminations/lighted-up facilitiesSpecifications
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Hokuryu Kaikan (Gymnasium)Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture
A gymnasium is available for filming, with the option to install custom-built sets. Accommodation facilities are located nearby, making extended stays possible. Area: 648 m² (27 m × 24 m) Heigh...
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government & public facilities halls/community centers office rooms/meeting rooms other facilitiesSpecifications
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KAJI FACTORY PARKKahoku City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Opened in April 2025, this textile industry tourism complex occupies a 43,787 m² site that includes not only a factory but also two public parks. One park, designed with an oasis-like theme, featur...
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offices/commercial buildings (exterior) parking lots (indoor & outdoor) parks slopes/hills/steps/stairsSpecifications
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Omi-cho MarketKamiomicho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-0905
It is popular as “Kanazawa’s Kitchen” which supports the food culture of Kanazawa. Additionally, it’s newly bustling with the proximate Omi-cho Ichiba-kan.
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Tsubakihara TenmanguTenjinmachi 1-1-13, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-0925
It’s located on the heights which covered with green trees. Old townscape’s omotesando becomes courses of the Kanazawa marathon. There are parking lot, toilet, and waiting room.
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Shingon Sect Eianji TempleTachiyamamachi ki 1-7, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-0956
The temple that has a great view where people can overlook the city area of Kanazawa. The precincts with full of nature have the main temple, halls, vermilion bridge, observation deck, and “karesa...
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shrines/temples Nature views from mountain tops & observatoriesSpecifications
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Oyama Jinja ShrineKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
The shrine which enshrines the first lord of the domain of Kaga, Toshiie MAEDA and his legal wife O-Matsu-no-kata. The Shinmon (shrine gate) is designated as a nationally important cultural proper...
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Tentokuin TempleKodatsuno 4-4-4, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-0942
Toshitsune MAEDA is the third lord of the Maeda clan. Tentokuin is his legal wife, Tamahime’s family temple. They Put a marionette show “Tamahime’s Stories” on the stage. Style of the gates are ...
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Nagamachi Samurai DistrictKanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
During the feudal era (1603-1868), this area was inhabited by mid-ranking samurai of the Kaga Domain, and the narrow alleys, earthen walls, and row house gates still retain their former appearance....
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samurai residenceSpecifications
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Kazue-machi Chaya DistrictKazuemachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-0908
Historical area that located along the Asano river. In the evening, the sound of Japanese instrument like Shamisen and drums played by geisha can be heard.
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urban areas/central city streets residential areas near lakes & riversSpecifications
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Higashi Chaya DistrictHigashiyama,Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-0831
Histotical chaya (=teahouse) district established in 1820. You can see old wooden buildings and lattice-work windows which have quaint atmosphere.
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natural reserves/sanctuaries/scenic spots urban areas/central city streets OtherSpecifications
Parking Available Rest Area (rest station) Available Restrooms Available Requirements for Shootings Places that look like other facilitiesFavorites
