Kanazawa Port Cruise Terminal

Quick Info

A waterfront destination in Kanazawa where you can enjoy ocean views, dining, and hands-on experiences.

Opening Hours

9:00 - 21:00

Restaurant Hours

10:00 - 21:00

Admission

Free

Parking

Free

New Year Holiday Closure

Dec. 29 – Jan. 3

Highlights

Observation Deck

Enjoy wide views of the Sea of Japan and watch cruise ships arrive and depart from the open terrace.

Night Illumination

The terminal is illuminated in the five traditional Kaga colors from sunset to 9:00 PM, Tuesday to Sunday.

Kanazawa Port Learning and Experience Room

A fun place for both kids and adults to learn about Kanazawa Port.

Two Symbolic Craft Pillars

Two symbolic pillars in the terminal feature Kanazawa gold leaf.

Restaurant Bay Area

Enjoy a meal with a sea view from the restaurant’s tiered seating area.

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Access

Address

Ri-65, Muryoji-machi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0332, Japan

From JR Kanazawa Station

5 km (15 min. drive)

From the Hokuriku Expressway:

15 min. from Kanazawa-nishi IC
15 min. from Kanazawa-higashi IC

Spots

❶ Karakuri Memorial Museum

Discover the achievements of Ohno Benkichi, a 19th-century inventor and karakuri puppet maker from Kanazawa’s Ohno district, and explore the fascinating world of mechanical puppets.

5 min. drive

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❷ Kanazawa Port Iki-Iki Fish Market

Browse fresh catches delivered from ports around Kanazawa, including a wide selection of high-quality local and seasonal seafood.

5 min. on foot

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❸ Zeniya Gohei Memorial Museum

Dedicated to Zeniya Gohei, a prominent maritime merchant who built his fortune through the Kitamaebune trade in the early to mid-19th century. Discover his remarkable life through a film presentation, a quarter-scale Kitamaebune model, and other exhibits.

5 min. drive

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