Top Things to do in Hokuriku
Top 10 Gardens in Hokuriku, Chubu
Discover the best top things to do in Hokuriku, Japan including Togashi Rose Garden, Kenrokuen Garden, Gyokusen-en, Yokokan Garden, Senso Yashiki Narabini Genan, Koke no Sato, Asuwayama Park, Hondanomori Park, Ishikawa Zoo, Tonami Tulip Gallery.
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1. Togashi Rose Garden
2. Kenrokuen Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,780 reviews
This beautiful park contains one of the top three celebrated gardens in Japan. The name Kenrokuen literally translates to “garden combining six”, referring to the six attributes all gardens should have: seclusion, antiquity, spaciousness, human ingenuity, water and scenic views.
Reviewed By 400kayl - Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Outside Kanazawa Castle, these magnificent gardens attract visitors near and far to experience the serene, peaceful, zen ambience and the tranquil, calm waters with lots of quiet time amongst the pine trees and cherry blossoms. Located at Kanazawa, this region is famous for its gold leaf industry, which can be sampled as gold-decorated ice-cream. It is now a regional commercial centre and transportation hub for Ishikawa Prefecture. There are multiple outlets, selling gold-themed items, cosmetics and desserts. Choose ice-cream with gold sprinkles, gold (See my HAKUICHI review) sheets or gold tinsel garlands. Besides the lacquer and gold-mix-lacquer-work, the plum and cherry blossoms are also a major attraction here. There are some engineering feats, designs and techniques in the garden, such as the natural water fountain without any pressure system, or the bamboo supports which form the backbone for juvenile and senile trees. Many famous pictures show snow on the supporting ropes and bamboo, which illuminated at night appear as Christmas tree props. There is an earthy tone throughout the park, emphasizing the wonders and powers of nature interspersed with the gentle, soft colors and texture of the flora. Walk to Kasumigaike Pond and see the karasaki pine tree with its horizontal branch propped up by sticks. There are many bridges and footpaths traversing ponds and streams. The kotoji lantern at the lake is another photogenic site. The 6 Confucian virtues and elements; seclusion, antiquity, spaciousness, human ingenuity, water and scenic views are embodied in the design, character and layout of this traditional Japanese garden. Our group visited on a sunny morning, then continued our journey to snowy SHIRAKAWAGO (see my review) in the afternoon!
3. Gyokusen-en
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
This 300-year-old garden has a tearoom that offers a serene setting for sipping green tea and eating sweet bean cakes.
Reviewed By JnJapan
It's a great place to catch your breath after walking around the castle. Not too many places to sit, but there is a teahouse to enjoy a beverage. Great place for pictures! Cross the bridge behind the teahouse and make your way to Korinbo/Katamachi area for food.
4. Yokokan Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
5. Senso Yashiki Narabini Genan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
The fourth Senke clan head, Soshitsu Senso served the third lord of the Kaga domain, Toshitsune Maeda as his master of tea ceremony. Until Lord Toshitsune's passing, Soshitsu instructed the ways of tea to everyone from high ranking retainers to commoners. In 1997, the Senso Yashiki and Gen'an Tea House was built in commemoration of the 300th anniversary of Soshitsu's passing.
6. Koke no Sato
7. Asuwayama Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By KlapauciusJapan
Roads connect various areas on Asuwayama, making an interesting park near Fukui station. The park is walkable, though all paths are roads so sometimes need to avoid cars. The main attraction is the zoo, which is free to enter, though closed during winter. Tripadvisor still shows it at the incorrect location.
8. Hondanomori Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
9. Ishikawa Zoo
10. Tonami Tulip Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 101 reviews
Tulips tell us that spring has arrived. They are popular flowers grown both at home and schools. Only at the Tonami Tulip Gallery blooming tulips can be viewed all year long. It is always spring in Tonami. The Tonami Tulip Gallery is an amazing facility where you can experience the mysteries of the tulip and learn the secrets of bulbs and history people who love tulips.
