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Can't decide between Kanazawa and Kyoto? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Kanazawa
Kanazawa is Japan's best-preserved Edo-period city, home to one of the country's three great gardens—Kenroku-en. This cultural gem offers geisha districts, samurai houses, gold leaf crafts, and excellent fresh seafood from the Sea of Japan.
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Kyoto
Kyoto is Japan's cultural heart, home to over 2,000 temples, traditional geisha districts, and serene zen gardens. The former imperial capital preserves Japanese traditions while offering exquisite kaiseki cuisine and unforgettable seasonal beauty.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Kanazawa offers Kenroku-en Garden, Higashi Chaya Geisha District, Kanazawa Castle
Kyoto offers Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Food & Dining
Kanazawa is famous for its local dining scene
Kyoto is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Kanazawa offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Kyoto offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
March to May, October to November
March to May (cherry blossoms), October to November (autumn leaves)
Weather
Summer: 27°C, Winter: 4°C
Summer: 32°C, Winter: 6°C
Top Attractions in Kanazawa
- 1Kenroku-en Garden
- 2Higashi Chaya Geisha District
- 3Kanazawa Castle
- 4Omicho Market
- 521st Century Museum of Contemporary Art
- 6Gold Leaf Workshops
Top Attractions in Kyoto
- 1Fushimi Inari Shrine
- 2Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
- 3Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
- 4Gion District
- 5Nijo Castle
- 6Kiyomizu-dera Temple
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Kyoto is Popular With
Geheimtipps
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Geheimtipps in Kanazawa
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Oyama Shrine
A unique Shinto shrine featuring a stained glass window in its gate tower, blending Japanese and European architectural elements.
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Nishi Chaya District
The smallest and quietest of Kanazawa's three geisha districts, with only two teahouses remaining but authentic atmosphere.
Geheimtipps in Kyoto
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Shogunzuka Seiryuden & Viewpoint
A temple and viewing platform on Mount Higashiyama, offering a breathtaking, panoramic view of the entire Kyoto basin.
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Fushimi Sake District
A historic area in southern Kyoto along the Horikawa River, lined with traditional sake breweries, many offering tours and tastings.
Viertel zum Erkunden
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Top-Gegenden in Kanazawa
Higashi Chaya District
Kanazawa's largest and most atmospheric geisha district, with two-story wooden teahouses featuring distinctive lattice windows.
Nagamachi Samurai District
A quiet neighborhood of narrow lanes, earthen walls, and water canals that once housed middle-ranking samurai.
Top-Gegenden in Kyoto
Gion & Higashiyama
The iconic postcard image of Kyoto, with preserved wooden machiya houses, stone-paved streets, and traditional teahouses.
Central Kyoto (Kawaramachi / Downtown)
The bustling commercial heart with a mix of modern department stores, traditional shops, and vibrant nightlife along the Kamo River.
Budgetvergleich
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Aktivitäten in Kyoto buchen
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Getting There
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Our Verdict
Both Kanazawa and Kyoto are incredible destinations. Kanazawa excels in Kenroku-en garden and geisha districts, while Kyoto stands out for temples and geisha.
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