The Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel and the Hyakumangoku Festival - June 5 -7, 2026
The Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel is ideally located in the center of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Its location is perfect for touring, visiting museums and other attractions, such as Kanazawa Castle Park and Kenrokuen Garden, and attending festivals. Epecially exciting, coming up very soon, is the Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival. Kanazawa's largest matsuri, it's held annually over three days, during the first weeked of June. This year, it runs from Friday, June 5 to Sunday, June 7, 2026, commemorating the entry of the great Lord Maeda Toshiie into Kanazawa Castle on June 14,1583. The entry is recalled with a massive, four-hour parade (2 to 6 pm) on Saturday, featuring everything from lion dancing and acrobatics by the Kagatobi firefighters to a valiant warrior march. The spectacular Hyakumangoku Procession begins at the Tsuzumimon Gate of Kanazawa Station (Drum Gate) and concludes at Kanazawa Castle Park. As the participants dressed in Edo-period costumes parade through the city streets, they create a veritable living historic tableau vivant. Another festival highlight is the "Kaga Yuzen Lantern Floating Ceremony," held on Friday evening (the first day). Approximately 600 hand-dyed lanterns are floated down the Asano River, a serene event, in stark contrast to the lively and boysterous procession the subsequent day.
About Kanazawa
Kanazawa is a miraculous castle town that has escaped the ravages of war for over 400 years. It is located on the northwest side of Honshu (Japan's main island) along the Sea of Japan (facing toward Korea). The city is a major draw for today's travelers, because it retains its cultural elegance and refinery from the Edo Period, when it was the capital of the powerful Kaga Domain. It boasted the greatest wealth in Japan, and as a result, attracted top-tier artisans, chefs, and intellectuals, who were offered generous remuneration for their work. Even today, one can encounter traditional crafts like Kaga Yuzen dyeing, Kutani-ware pottery, urushi lacquerware, as well as an exceptional culinary culture that is a fusion of samurai-era sophistication and fresh ingredients harvested from the Sea of Japan and local mountains. The city's charm is characterized by its walkability. The Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel, historic sites, and artistic attractions are all accessible by foot or a short taxi ride. Stroll through the Higashi Chaya teahouse district with authentic residences, where geisha culture is still alive or the Nagamachi samurai neighborhood, where samurai culture lingers on.
Access to Kanazawa from Tokyo
Thanks to the Hokuriku Shinkansen, which opened in 2015, the journey from Tokyo to Kanazawa only takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
More About the Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel
A Comfortable Stay with Traditional Kanazawa Ambience and Aesthetics
The Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel is conveniently located in Kohrinbo, a shopping district in the city center. It is a 10-minute drive from JR Kanazawa Station and as mentioned above, within walking distance of major tourist attractions. Since Kohrinbo lies along the route of the "Hyakumangoku Procession"—which runs from Kanazawa Station through the city center to Kanazawa Castle Park— visitors can easily experience the excitement and culture of the parade up close.
The Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel is a 16-story building with 233 guest rooms, some of which offer panoramic views of Kenrokuen Garden and the Hakusan Mountain Range. The interior design blends the elegance of samurai culture with modern aesthetics, featuring gold leaf accents (100% of Japan's gold leaf is produced in Kanazawa) and Kutani-ware decorative elements throughout. For example, in the Deluxe Twin Kanazawa room, the shoji-style windows softly filter in natural light, and the modern Japanese design—featuring tatami mats and low beds—allows guests to relax as if they were staying at a traditional ryokan, even while in a hotel. This property offers international guests a true "Japanese experience." Floors 13 through 15 are designated as Luxury Floors, and guests staying on these floors also have access to the 2nd Floor Club Lounge (2:00 PM-9:00 PM). The Marais D'or, bar, known for being one of the few in-hotel bars in Kanazawa, exudes a classic, urbane atmosphere, where analog vinyl records play choice music. The bar features a selection of cocktails made with local Ishikawa sake, as well as fine wines and whiskeys. Enjoy an aperitif during Happy Hour (5:30 PM-7:00 PM)
The Kanazawa Tokyu Hotel can also arrange private tours (English available) that allow guests to experience the true Kanazawa, while avoiding the crowds. Check-out "Kanazawa, the Ancient Capital of the Hyakumangoku Domain," with four different time-based courses tailored to every interest and travel style. Inquire by phone or at the concierge desk.
More Information
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXcrArzCfsY
Tel: 1-800-42 TOKYU (86598) - US Only
Email: reservation@tokyuhotelsjapan.com
https://www.tokyuhotels.co.jp/en/kanazawa-h/
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