[Kanazawa] 6 Recommended Spots for Viewing Autumn Leaves in Ishikawa Prefecture
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Cool breezes have arrived in Ishikawa Prefecture, and the city is beginning to take on shades of red and yellow. This time, we will introduce various autumn foliage spots in Ishikawa Prefecture , including Hakusan City, and Komatsu City , along with how to access them from our hotel.
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Our Resol Hotel was born to weave unique stories rooted in each region and become a microcosm of the city. Just as each city has its own unique shape, we welcome visitors with a different face. Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa ～Time you can only get in this city～ Kanazawa, the largest city in the Hokuriku region, is also known as the Kaga Hyakumangoku. Its history began in 1546 with the Kanazawa Mido temple built by Ikko sect followers, and during the reign of the O-Omameda clan during the Warring States period, traditional culture such as crafts and performing arts developed. Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa was born to convey the unique charm that only Kanazawa has, and to be a base for cultural inheritance and urban development. Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa offers a "connection" to traditions and culture that can only be found here. Experience a rich time filled with the splendor of the Kaga Hyakumangoku at Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa. Hotel Resol Nagoya ~A hotel with suits and sneakers~ This urban American-style hotel, with the theme of "suits and sneakers," sprinkles the taste of jazz, a musical culture unique to his country, throughout the building, creating an exquisite balance between tension and relaxation. The space, which pays attention to every single detail, from the materials to the furniture, objects, and accessories, invites travelers who seek the real thing to deep relaxation, like an "adult hangout." Hotel Resol Nagoya is a hotel for adults, where you can relax in a sophisticated space that exudes the scent of good old culture and intelligence. Hotel Resol Gifu ~Experience the culture and history nurtured by clear streams with all your senses~ Beautiful mountains overflowing with greenery. Clear streams that seem to cleanse your soul. Gifu, blessed with beautiful natural scenery and clear waters, has a long history as a city that lives with water. Just a 20-minute walk from the hotel, you will come across the city's only natural waterfall, which flows from the mountain stream originating from Momoga Mine. The scenery changes with the seasons, and you will be impressed with something new every time you visit. The feelings of the people that are imbued with water, and the industries and cultures that have been nurtured there. Hotel Resol Gifu cherishes this relationship between people and water. Please enjoy to your heart's content the story that is woven at Hotel Resol together with the city and the people.
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Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa
All tourist spots in Kanazawa City are within walking distance.
Omicho Market is just a 1-minute walk away, making it a convenient base for sightseeing in Kanazawa.
You will be welcomed with colorful flowers and Kaga Temari art.
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Table of Contents
- About the autumn foliage season
- Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle Park (Kanazawa City )
- Utatsuyama Park and foot of the mountain (Kanazawa City)
- Metasequoia trees lined the streets of Taiyogaoka (Taiyogaoka, Kanazawa City)
- Natadera Temple (Natatown,Komatsu City)
- Hakusan Shirakawa White Road ( Hakusan City Ishikawa Prefecture - Gifu Prefecture )
- Kakusenkei Gorge (Kaga City)
- summary
This time, we will introduce "6 recommended autumn foliage spots in Ishikawa Prefecture."
About the autumn foliage season
The autumn foliage season in Ishikawa Prefecture usually runs from late October to early November (or sometimes late November).
This year, the best time to see the flowers is expected to be from late November to early December.
The temperature is dropping, so please take precautions against the cold and enjoy the autumn leaves.
Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle Park (Kanazawa City )
Kenrokuen, one of Japan's three most famous gardens, and Kanazawa Castle Park, which was developed on the site of the castle of the Kaga domain and gives a sense of history, are both famous spots.
Kanazawa Castle Park (Gyokusen'inmaru Garden)
means of transportation
There are three ways to get to the hotel: by car , bus , or taxi .
◇Car
Travel time: Approximately 10 minutes from the hotel
Parking: Kenroku Parking Lot (approximately 480 cars)
Fee: Kenroku Parking charges 350 yen for 60 minutes, 150 yen for every 30 minutes thereafter
◇Bus
Boarding point: Musashi-ga-tsuji/Omicho Market (in front of Ichibakan)
Get off at Kenrokuen-shita or Kanazawa Castle Park
Price: 210 yen
◇Taxi
Boarding point: Omicho Market (in front of Ichibakan)
Duration: Approximately 6-7 minutes
Price: Approximately 1,000 to 1,200 yen
Highlights
・Yamazakiyama (Momijiyama): The only autumn foliage spot in the park, where you can enjoy the spectacular view of the leaves turning Aka and yellow.
・Kasumigaike Pond and Kotoji Lantern: The autumn leaves reflected on the water's surface are beautiful and fantastical.
The color of the autumn leaves changes depending on the weather, so it is recommended to check the official website or live camera before visiting.
Event Information
Light-up events are held at Kenrokuen and Kanazawa Castle Park from October to December.
Main dates: Held multiple times on weekends and holidays from October to December
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Price: Free admission during illumination hours
Utatsuyama Park and foot of the mountain (Kanazawa City)
This beautiful park offers a panoramic view of Kanazawa City and allows you to enjoy the natural scenery of the four seasons.
Foot of Mt. Utatsu
means of transportation
There are three ways to get to the hotel: by car , bus , or taxi .
◇Car
Travel time: Approximately 10 minutes from the hotel
Parking: Parking is available at various locations throughout the park, and large buses can also be accommodated.
A total of approximately 364 cars can be parked.
*There are limited parking spaces around popular spots, and it can get crowded during the autumn foliage season, so we recommend arriving early.
Price: Free
◇Bus
There is no direct line from Musashi-ga-tsuji/Omicho Market, the closest station to our hotel, so you will need to transfer along the way.
① Boarding: "Musashi-ga-tsuji/Omicho Market (in front of Ichibakan)"
Get off at "Utatsuyama Park Exit-B"
② Boarding: "Utatsuyama Park Exit-A"
Get off at: "Utatsuyama Park"
◇ Taxi
Boarding point: Omicho Market (in front of Kanazawa MZA)
Travel time: Approximately 10 minutes
Highlights
・If you visit in the morning or early afternoon, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Kanazawa city and the Nihon Sea through the autumn leaves on a clear day.
・There are also temples and teahouse districts in the surrounding area, so it is recommended to combine a historical stroll with viewing the autumn leaves.
Metasequoia trees lined the streets of Taiyogaoka (Taiyogaoka, Kanazawa City)
The tree-lined road stretches for about 1.7 km and is dyed in golden and reddish brown colors, creating a spectacular view that looks like something out of a movie.
There is a wedding hall nearby, so this spot is also used for wedding photography.
Metasequoia trees lined up in Taiyogaoka
means of transportation
There are three ways to get from our hotel to the Metasequoia Avenue: by car, bus, or taxi.
◇Car
Travel time: Approximately 20 minutes from the hotel
*Parking is limited as the property is located in a residential area, and street parking is strictly prohibited.
◇Bus
Boarding point: Musashi-ga-tsuji/Omicho Market (in front of Ichibakan)
Drop-off point: Taiyogaoka New Town-B
Travel time: Approximately 40 minutes
Fare: 400 yen one way
*Not valid for Kanazawa City 1-day free pass
◇Taxi
Travel time: Approximately 20 to 30 minutes
Price: Approximately 2,000 to 3,000 yen
* Varies depending on time of day and traffic conditions
Highlights
There are fewer people around in the early morning and evening, so you can enjoy the autumn leaves in peace.
There are footpaths on both sides, so you can stroll along the orange-hued path.
Natadera Temple (Natatown,Komatsu City)
A temple with a history of 1,300 years, founded during the Nara period
Natadera Temple
means of transportation
You can get to Natadera Temple from our hotel by car, train, bus, or taxi.
◇ Car
Travel time: Approximately 65 minutes from the hotel
Parking: Free
Parking for 40 buses and 200 cars
*The park is crowded with many tourists every year, and the parking lot fills up quickly, so we recommend leaving early.
◇ Train and bus *Transfer required
① From Kanazawa Station, take the JR Hokuriku Main Line to Awazu Station (IR Ishikawa Railway)
Travel time: Approximately 30 minutes
Price: 670 yen
② Take the Hokuriku Railroad bus from Awazu Station to Natadera Temple
Travel time: Approximately 20 minutes
Price: 340 yen
◇ Train and taxi *Transfer required
① From Kanazawa Station, take the JR Hokuriku Main Line to Awazu Station (IR Ishikawa Railway)
Travel time: Approximately 30 minutes
Price: 670 yen
② Take a taxi from Awazu Station to Natadera Temple
Travel time: Approximately 15 minutes
Price: Approximately 2,320 yen
Highlights
・From the observation deck "Chinjudo", you can get a panoramic view of the strangely shaped rocks and the temple grounds bathed in the colors of autumn leaves.
The vermilion-painted Kaedetsuki Bridge and the autumn leaves create a picturesque scene.
information
Opening hours: Summer 3/1 to 11/30 9:15am - 4pm
Winter: December 1st to February 28th, 9:15am - 4pm
*Open all year round
Address: 122 Natanicho , Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture, 923-0336
Contact: 0761-65-2111
Required time: General viewing takes about 30 to 40 minutes, special viewing takes about 15 minutes
Admission fee: Adults (junior high school students and above) 1,000 yen
Elementary school students: 300 yen
Infants: Free
*Special admission is available for an additional 200 yen on top of the general admission fee (elementary school students and infants are free)
*Special viewing is currently closed this season due to garden maintenance (scheduled until the end of March 2026).
Hakusan Shirakawa White Road ( Hakusan City Ishikawa Prefecture - Gifu Prefecture )
This is a driving course within Hakusan Kunitachi Park that connects the ancient capital of Kanazawa, Hakusan, Kaga Kaga, and the World Heritage sites of Shirakawa and Takayama .
You can also enjoy a 60-minute drive or hike.
Hakusan Shirakawagou White Road
means of transportation
There are two ways to get to Hakusan Shirakawa White Road: by car or by bus tour.
◇ Car
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
* The Shirakawa Hakusan White Road begins at Nakamiya Toll Gate in Ishikawa Prefecture .
◇ Bus tour
There are several tour buses that depart from Kanazawa Station.
Please check the details by clicking the button below.
Highlights
・The Kunimi Observatory, a scenic observation deck located at an altitude of 1,100m, offers a panoramic view of Hakusan as well as the White Road.
・Fukube Falls is an 86m waterfall that is so powerful that when the water flow is high, the spray of water reaches the observation deck.
Event Information
"White Road Scenic Photo Contest" is now being held
Content: Submit a photo of the stunning scenery of Hakusan Shirakawa White Road taken after June 27, 2025, and participate in the photo contest.
The winners will receive luxurious prizes.
How to apply: 1. Follow the "Hakusan Chidori" Instagram account (@hakusan_chidori)
② To enter, post a photo of the Hakusan Shirakawa White Road taken after June 27, 2025 on Instagram with the hashtag "StunningViewOfTheWhiteRoad."
Winners will be notified via Instagram DM (direct message).
Period: August 10th (Sun) to November 24th (Mon), 2025
Kakusenkei Gorge (Kaga City)
This beautiful valley in Yamanaka Onsen offers a relaxing experience with nature throughout the seasons.
On the riverside terrace, you can enjoy Kaga tea and sweets while feeling the refreshing coolness of the valley up close.
Kakusenkei
means of transportation
There are two ways to get to Kakusenkei: by car, train, or bus.
◇ Car
Travel time: Approximately 60 minutes
Parking: There are several free parking lots.
①Kikunoyu /Tourist Parking Lot
Capacity: 70 cars
Note: This is the largest parking lot in Yamanaka Onsen town and is open from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm.
②Ayatoribashi Parking Lot
Capacity: 18 cars
③Korogibashi Parking Lot
Capacity: 23 cars
Note: Up to two large buses can be parked.
④Basho no Yakata Parking Lot
Capacity: 25 cars
Note: Free for facility users, but general tourists will need to pay 1,000 yen per hour.
◇ Train and bus *Transfers required
1. From Kanazawa Station, take the JR Hokuriku Main Line to Kaga Station (IR Ishikawa Railway).
Travel time: Approximately 30 minutes
Price: 880 yen
② Take the Hokuriku Railroad bus from Kaga Station to Yamanaka Onsen.
Travel time: Approximately 30 minutes
Price: 430 yen
Highlights
・The Ayatori Bridge, with its unique crimson-purple S-shaped design, is a popular spot where you can see the beautiful autumn leaves.
・The symbolic "Korogi Bridge" of the hot spring town is a wooden bridge made entirely of cypress, and its beautiful contrast with the autumn leaves is captivating.
Event Information
"Karankoron YUGEnoICHI2025"
This hot spring town market is set on Yuge Kaido, the main street of Yamanaka Onsen, and is themed around food and art, allowing you to experience the town with all five senses.
Period: November 2nd (Sun) to November 3rd (Mon, national holiday), 2025
Hours: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: All areas of Yuge Kaido in Minamimachi, Yamanaka Onsen
summary
This time we introduced autumn foliage spots in Ishikawa Prefecture and how to access them from our hotel.
Please feel free to ask the front desk for assistance in arranging a taxi.
Our Resol Hotel was born to weave unique stories rooted in each region and become a microcosm of the city. Just as each city has its own unique shape, we welcome visitors with a different face. Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa ～Time you can only get in this city～ Kanazawa, the largest city in the Hokuriku region, is also known as the Kaga Hyakumangoku. Its history began in 1546 with the Kanazawa Mido temple built by Ikko sect followers, and during the reign of the O-Omameda clan during the Warring States period, traditional culture such as crafts and performing arts developed. Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa was born to convey the unique charm that only Kanazawa has, and to be a base for cultural inheritance and urban development. Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa offers a "connection" to traditions and culture that can only be found here. Experience a rich time filled with the splendor of the Kaga Hyakumangoku at Hotel Resol Trinity Kanazawa. Hotel Resol Nagoya ~A hotel with suits and sneakers~ This urban American-style hotel, with the theme of "suits and sneakers," sprinkles the taste of jazz, a musical culture unique to his country, throughout the building, creating an exquisite balance between tension and relaxation. The space, which pays attention to every single detail, from the materials to the furniture, objects, and accessories, invites travelers who seek the real thing to deep relaxation, like an "adult hangout." Hotel Resol Nagoya is a hotel for adults, where you can relax in a sophisticated space that exudes the scent of good old culture and intelligence. Hotel Resol Gifu ~Experience the culture and history nurtured by clear streams with all your senses~ Beautiful mountains overflowing with greenery. Clear streams that seem to cleanse your soul. Gifu, blessed with beautiful natural scenery and clear waters, has a long history as a city that lives with water. Just a 20-minute walk from the hotel, you will come across the city's only natural waterfall, which flows from the mountain stream originating from Momoga Mine. The scenery changes with the seasons, and you will be impressed with something new every time you visit. The feelings of the people that are imbued with water, and the industries and cultures that have been nurtured there. Hotel Resol Gifu cherishes this relationship between people and water. Please enjoy to your heart's content the story that is woven at Hotel Resol together with the city and the people.
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