Kanazawas Historic Higashi Chaya: Timeless Japanese Charm

Serene streetscape of preserved wooden machiya townhouses in Kanazawas historic Higashi Chaya District.

Beautifully Preserved Traditional Japanese Neighborhood, Kanazawa

The historic Higashi Chaya District in Kanazawa, Japan, showcases a serene streetscape lined with beautifully preserved traditional wooden machiya townhouses featuring intricate lattices and slanted roofs, evoking the areas cultural heritage as a former geisha and artisan quarter.