Myoryuji (Ninja Temple)
In Japanese: 妙立寺（忍者寺）
A temple nicknamed Ninja-dera for its defensive tricks: an offering box that hides a pit, concealed stairs and a well said to lead to the castle.
Nearby
- Nishi Chaya District ≈ 10 min by car
- 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art ≈ 10 min by car
- D.T. Suzuki Museum ≈ 10 min by car
- Nagamachi Samurai District ≈ 10 min by car
- Teramachi Temple District ≈ 10 min by car
Travel times are rough estimates by car.
- Getting there
- 3 min walk from Hirokoji bus stop
- Fee
- Adults ¥1,200, elementary pupils ¥800 (no preschool children)
- Booking
- Guided tours only, no free viewing; a phone reservation is required before the visit (Kanazawa tourism association).
- Good to know
- Guided tours only, about 40 min; phone reservation required (English OK)
- Time needed
- 40 min
Checked against the official Japanese website on 2026-10-12. Report outdated info