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Kanazawa Station, Kanazawa

4.3

#4 of 299 in Things to do in Kanazawa

Architectural Building · Landmark

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Catch the train at Kanazawa Station, home to an impressive display of modern Japanese architecture. In front of the station's entrance stands the grand Tsuzumi-mon, a red gate in the form of a traditional Japanese hand drum. The main structure, the Motenashi (Welcome) Dome, consists of a high, swooping roof of steel frames and a spherical glass design. This area also has shopping stores and sometimes hosts small events. To visit Kanazawa Station on your trip to Kanazawa, use our Kanazawa day trip tool.

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By LeasureJohn

As we arrived at Kanazawa Station from Osaka, we're truly amazed at what greeted us. Standing tall, this amazing structure, an architectural marvel (Tsuzumi-mon Gate) fronts the JR Kanazawa Station...

As we arrived at Kanazawa Station from Osaka, we're truly amazed at what greeted us. Standing tall, this amazing structure, an architectural marvel (Tsuzumi-mon Gate) fronts the JR Kanazawa Station... more »
By Construct37

Perhaps the most stunning station in Japan. The architecture, art, and layout of this station all work together to make it more than just a hub of transportation. I wish I had taken more photos of...

Perhaps the most stunning station in Japan. The architecture, art, and layout of this station all work together to make it more than just a hub of transportation. I wish I had taken more photos of... more »

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By Hossain Doula Ronnie

Probably the best station in Japan so far. The architecture is awesome. Can stay here 24 x 7. Just beautiful. So rich architecture. It has everything required for a passenger.

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By Jason L

Beautiful contemporary train station designed by Japanese architect Ryuzo Shirae Received several international awards Listed by Travel and Leisure magazine as one of the world's most beautiful train station

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