Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall and its collection

Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall
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This building formerly housed a pharmacy that belonged to one of Kanazawa’s most respected families. Nowadays, it is a museum displaying traditional pharmaceutical artefacts. Moreover, you can also explore exhibitions about traditional lifestyle of Kanazawa’s citizens here or meditate in a small, peaceful garden inside the museum.

JA金沢市老舗記念館
ENShinise Kinenkan Museum

History & Anthropology History & Anthropology Historic house Profession & Craft Garden & Park

Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall
Chome-2-45 Nagamachi
920-0865 Kanazawa

Visitor information Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
9:30 – 17:00
Wednesday
9:30 – 17:00
Thursday
9:30 – 17:00
Friday
9:30 – 17:00
Saturday
9:30 – 17:00
Sunday
9:30 – 17:00

Admission

AdultsJP¥100
High school and underFree

Facilities

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Location & Map

Chome-2-45 Nagamachi, Kanazawa

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Exhibitions

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Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Kanazawa Shinise Memorial Hall offers visitors a glimpse into the merchant history of Kanazawa. Located in a restored Edo-period building, the museum showcases the lifestyle and business practices of successful merchants from that era. Visitors appreciate the well-preserved architecture and the opportunity to see traditional interiors, including a tea ceremony room. The exhibits, while not extensive, provide insight into local commerce and culture. Some reviewers mention that the museum is relatively small and can be explored in about 30-60 minutes. English information is limited, which can be a drawback for international visitors. The museum's central location in the Higashi Chaya district makes it convenient to visit along with other nearby attractions. Overall, it's considered a pleasant stop for those interested in local history, though not necessarily a standout destination on its own.

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