basic information

The Higashi Geisha District (Eastern Geisha District) and the Nishi Chaya District (Western Teahouse District) are two nicely preserved geisha districts in Kanazawa. Like the temple districts, they were originally located just outside the city limits.

The Higashi Geisha District is the larger and more spectacular of the two districts, preserving an over one hundred meter long street of mostly traditional buildings. Among the buildings is the Shima Tea House, where geisha used to perform and entertain guests. It is now open to the public.

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how to get there

The Higashi Geisha District is a 15 minute bus ride from Kanazawa Station. The Nishi Chaya District is next to Teramachi, a 20 minute bus ride from the station.

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