Lord Maeda Narinaga envisions a garden that combines spaciousness, seclusion, artifice, antiquity, watercourses, and panoramas. He spends years realizing this comprehensive design.
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The Iconic Stone Lantern
Look first for the two-legged Kotoji lantern standing by Kasumiga-ike. It is the undisputed symbol of the garden, named for its resemblance to a koto's bridge.
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Hidden Water Wisdom
While others snap photos of the pond, find the winding stream. It was cleverly rerouted miles from the Sai River in the 17th century to provide crucial fire suppression.
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High View to Castle
End at the Hanamizaka slope for a grand panorama of the garden and Kanazawa Castle. Forget the sore feet; you are standing exactly where the daimyō surveyed his realm.