Must-see nightlife in Kanazawa

  • Sturgis Rock Bar

    Kanazawa

    An original Kanazawan institution. With live rock bands and every manner of everything hanging from the ceiling, this place'll make you feel as though you…

  • Oriental Brewing

    Kanazawa

    You can't miss this trendy brewhouse at the entrance to Higashi-chaya-gai: it's always humming with Japanese and international guests, who love the mellow…

  • Baby Rick

    Kanazawa

    Class and character in the heart of Katamachi, this basement bar has an extensive picture menu and a billiard table, and attracts a lively crowd. There's…

  • Polé Polé

    Kanazawa

    Kanazawa's grungy, foreigner-friendly reggae/dive bar is littered with years' worth of sawdust and peanut shells. Its appeal lies in the warm, open-minded…

  • Cambio APT

    Kanazawa

    Smack in the heart of Katamachi you'll find this shiny, welcoming bar. The friendly young owner spent time in Canada and is happy to chat. There's a ¥400…

  • Pilsen

    Kanazawa

    This decent-size German beer hall has been pulling pints and serving wurst, cheese and pasta to a mix of locals and foreigners since 1968.